How to START your BMW M3 when the Starter fails to crank

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Eventually your E46 M3 starter will fail to crank the engine. It usually happens in the worst possible place. Sure you can tow it; but there is a way to get the M3 started allowing you to transport it, or go somewhere if you're out of options!

You'll need tools to remove the cabin air filter; a hammer, and dowel rod.

Of course we recommend changing the starter out ASAP, which we will show you in the next video. We found a way to change the starter without dropping the transmission; instead we go in from the topside; with the air intake box removed!


If your starter failed; you're going to want to order these parts:
PARTS LIST:


Starter ( Most affordable)
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Starter ( closest to OEM) by Bosch
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Starter bolts M10 x65 ( purchase 2)
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Hose clamp for Throttle body boot to air intake box ( narrow to replace OE style)
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Hose clamps for Throttle body boot to Throttle body
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Hand tools: If you don't already own some basic tools and wrenches for your BMW.
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Deadblow hammer
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Dowel Rod: Find a dowel rod; ours is fiberglass.

3 liter Euro brake Bleeder
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Schwaben coolant vacuum tool
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Gas Cap
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Fluid extractor oil change
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10w60 oil 5 liter
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BMW oil filter kit
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