BMW/Questions
| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| BMW 320i Cabrio - | 7/20/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I'm driving a BMW 320i Cabrio (1989). It drives very smooth but I would like to add some extra ... A: Neils, We did not recieve the 320i in the United States, only the 325(i/e) and the 318i. Dinan ... | ||
| Bmw | 7/19/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: 1986 to 1992 (e30) 325e/325i/325is what are the differences between the three.Also which model has ... A: Seth, Actually the cars are VERY similar with only engines as the "main" change between the cars. ... | ||
| 1993 325is Charging problem | 7/16/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: My BMW charging system will not engage. Have check the Altinator at its putting out more than ... A: Brent, If the battery is good, and the alternator is good, and you have good connections... there ... | ||
| eratic idle | 7/15/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have a 1990 525i. For the last couple of weeks when I start my car the check engine light appears ... A: Nick, I would have the fault code read, and find out exactly what the car is saying? When the ... | ||
| getting fuel all the time | 7/14/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Well it just wouldn't run while cranking.Person I bought it from got it to work.2 days later it ... A: Rick, It sounds like there are too many issues for me to help with at this time. Most ... | ||
| Car pulls even after alignment | 7/14/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: On a 1988 325ic if i make a U-turn or hard turn the steering will continue to pull in that direction ... A: Max, Is the steering wheel returning to 12:00 position, and the car is pulling? Or are you ... | ||
| idle problems | 7/12/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: hi dont no if u can help at wicks end with this got a bmw 520i 91 with idle problems have changed ... A: Shaun, There are many reasons for Idle problems on these cars. Unfortunately we did not get the ... | ||
| 1989 325 ix BMW | 7/11/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Josh, Once again thank you. The car is so clean. I'm thrilled. Let me know if you would like for ... A: Nancy, If the car is in great condition, and it's been babied it's whole life... you've probably ... | ||
| Broken seat part | 7/11/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: In a 1999 540i I am considering buying, I found the part attached to both front seats where the belt ... A: Miller, I'm not sure about the part you are looking for, so I would check out this website to ... | ||
| 1989 BWM 325i steering trouble | 7/10/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Our 1989 325i bmw is having some power steering trouble. When first started the steering is tight ... A: Lori, The sound is likely because the powersteering fluid is low, and the pump is sucking air and ... | ||
| 94 325 is surging | 7/9/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Josh, I have a 94 325is auto with 71,000 miles. I have a surging at highway speeds.As you would ... A: Jim, I wish I could help, but I only work on the older 1984-1991 bmw's. This sounds like it could ... | ||
| 1989 325 ix BMW | 7/8/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Josh, Thank you. I'm picking the car up today. I live in PA so we do get the snow and ice. The ... A: Nancy, Sure I'll try my best to explain: Ok, you know that you can buy a 1987 325i, 1994 325i, ... | ||
| Motor running problem at 2500 rpm BMW 325 1988 | 7/6/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: My car is a 325i. What actually happens at 2500 rpm is that the car starts bucking. I can tell both ... A: Luis, It could be a couple things, I would suspect the O2 sensor, throttle position switch, or ... | ||
| starting | 7/6/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have a 1980 E21 (i appreciate it is not an E30 - hopefully you can help). I can turn the key and ... A: Richard, Yes, it's rare to hear from E21 owners these days, those cars are getting rare, and I ... | ||
| When to shift | 7/5/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have a 98 328i cabrio. I suspect that my question is quite simple. I have heard contrary ... A: Trevor, This is a question with alot of controversy (for some reason). It's rather simple ... | ||
| cracked overflow tank | 7/4/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: My 1994 325ic ran hot and crack the overflow tank the car shut of in my drive way is this ok and ... A: Kevin, If the tank cracked, and lost all the coolant, causing the engine to run hot... then yes ... | ||
| 1989 325 ix BMW | 7/4/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Can you please tell me more about the ix - what does the x stand for? Is this vehicle AWD? I'm ... A: Nancy, Correct, these were the AWD version for BMW's 3-eries. I'm guessing it was to counter Audi ... | ||
| 85 318i brake light question | 7/3/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: i noticed my "Brake" light started to flash at me, so i had a friend see if my brake lights worked ... A: Jeremy, The light switch is located on the brake pedal. Look up under the dash, and you will see ... | ||
| 2001 525i AC/Heat Blower not working | 7/2/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: my A/C always works fine however today i turned it on and no air came out the vents. The lights for ... A: Dame, Does the fan work? or are you saying the air is not blowing hot or cold? If the fan ... | ||
| Default Radio Code | 7/2/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have a 1992 525i BMW and changed out the battery. The Radio asks me to enter a code. Can you help? ... A: Daniel, Yep this is a common problem. It's an antitheft thing. Look through your owners manual, ... | ||
| 325E Fuel/Air Problem | 6/30/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Josh - I replaced the AFM, and it did help some. I can now get an idle when I first start up ... A: Tom, I would do a vacuum leak test. Take some ether (starting fluid) and spray on the hoses while ... | ||
| 5.28i overheating | 6/29/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have a 1997 5.28i. The mechanic has changed the radiator, check the system for coolant leakage etc ... A: Nicole, First off...DO NOT drive the car if the temp hand is in the red, it's much easier to fix ... | ||
| Motor running problem at 2500 rpm BMW 325 1988 | 6/28/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: My car's motor behaves weird (feels like some dirt obstructs gasoline flow) at about 2500 rpm at ... A: Luis, First off, I need to know if you have a 1988 325i or a 325e? That makes a big difference. ... | ||
| E-34 M50 will not start | 6/28/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I'm hoping you might be able to take a swing at my issue here. Just before total failure to start, ... A: Todd, Did you replace the knock sensor? Knock sensors detect "pre-ignition", or the fuel ... | ||
| BMW 1986 535i electrical problem | 6/27/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I'm trying to fix the power windows on my friend's bmw. She got it after it had been wrecked. ... A: Jon, As you've noticed, there is a little more going on than a typical Ford truck, but it can ... | ||
| Wheels for E30s | 6/26/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: This is where I get confused. I have an 88M3 and understand they are different, but I also have two ... A: Yes, it can seem confusing, but throw the M3 out, and it's strait forward. Once again, the M3 is ... | ||
| Wheels for E30s | 6/26/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have seen other BMW owner's switch the BBS style wheels on their E30 from 14" to 15". How come ... A: Steve, Good question... First off, Some E30's were offered with 15" wheels from the factory. ... | ||
| E30 alpina 2.7 injectors | 6/25/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have a 2.7 alpina engine in my E30. It seems to have the blue 325 injectors could you tell me the ... A: John, If you wanted to go back original, I would contact Alpina. There weren't enough of those ... | ||
| 1987 BMW 325i coolant issue and others | 6/23/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I just bought a 1987 BMW 325i Convertible. It has 248k miles and comes with a few problems, the ... A: Patrick, First and MOST importantly, if you want this car to run at all, you CANNOT drive it ... | ||
| check transmission fluid in 525i bmw (93) | 6/22/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I need to know how to check the transmission fluid on a 93 525i bmw A: Carmelia, Start the engine and let the car come up to temperature (drive it for 10 minutes if ... | ||
| 1988 325ic relay | 6/22/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have removed a relay located on the a-pillar, left hand near the speaker because it was draining ... A: Michelle, I own an '87 Convertible, and I've never noticed any relays on the pillar. Where ... | ||
| 1988 BMW 735i Heater bypass | 6/21/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: My 1988 735i is leaking coolant from the heater core. My mechanic says it cannot be bypassed so I ... A: Tim, I am not familiar with the 7-series like I am with the 3-series. I dont understand how it ... | ||
| camshaft on bmw 316 i | 6/20/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: bmw 316i year: 1991 touring Whats the easiest way to adjust the tappets(not sure of spelling ... A: Marie, Unfortunately In the united states we did not get the 316i, and it was a different engine ... | ||
| 1985 325e power windows | 6/19/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I just brought a 1985 325e and none of the power windows will roll down. I assumed it was the ... A: Micheal, There is a big circuit breaker for the windows, and it's right above the radio. If you ... | ||
| 325is 95' Electrical | 6/19/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I know you specialize in e30 models, however, I also know that you must know tons more about BMWs ... A: Larson, It's definately an electrical problem. Finding it is going to be the fun part. I would ... | ||
| 325i 1992 [5/92] convt with dim dash lights | 6/18/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: Josh: I have a new to me, 325i 1992 [5/92] convt and the dash lights are 'dim'. The rheostat works ... A: Howard, I'm not sure how bright you want them to be, but in my oppinion they aren't very bright ... | ||
| Idle and acceleration issue | 6/17/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I hope you can follow me on this. I just purchased a e30 4 cylinder bmw, 318i of coarse. Now, When ... A: Rob, Sounds like the car could use a tune-up if it hasn't been performed in the last few years. ... | ||
| Three beeps coming from car | 6/16/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: I have a 1986 325 coupe. The car is in great condition, however, when I am driving, I hear a loud ... A: Andrew, This is nothing serious, just the on-board computer beeping. If you look beside the ... | ||
| erratic idle | 6/16/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: 1987 325e, hi again. my issue now is with an erratic idle at a cold start between 700 to 1500- 1700 ... A: Eddie, I think you are on the right track, unfortunately there are too many variables to say it's ... | ||
| Down shifting clunk. | 6/15/2006 | Josh Fields |
| Q: 1986 325 Automatic trans. When I use it in 'Drive' range the trans clunks on downshifting out of ... A: Jim, I dont know of any adjustment except for the kick-down cable, which would be to drop from 4th ... | ||
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Josh Fields
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I can answer questions related to the BMW e30. These are the cars produced from 1984-1991 (1992 for convertable) in the United states. I am more fluent with the six cylinder models, although few things changed for the 4 cylinder cars. I know most of the problematic areas of these cars, and have found ways to fix them.
Experience
I have owned six different E30's over the last 10 years. I do all my own work, and know about ever nut and bolt on these cars.
Organizations
BMW Car Club of America
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