How to Replace Final Stage Resistor (FSR aka Hedgehog) - BMW E46 3.18i - Full Detail, Sparks and All

This is a video guide to replace the final stage resistor on a 2000 E46 BMW.
I am not a professional, this guide was made during my experience of changing the FSR also know as the Hedgehog due to the way it looks.

here is a link to the guide I used:
https://www.jason-pereira.com/wp-cont...

FYI - I bought my FSR from a BMW and still had the same problems with fitment due to the change in design. I have also bought cheaper alternatives and had no problems from Amazing using the same part no. 64118383835 (video)/64116923204 (realoem). This number is for a 3.18i 2000 E46 saloon/sedan ref engine ref AL30 on realoem.com.

If you are going to use the links below check your exact part number first on realoem.com
I believe the same part was used on the E39 E53 E83 E46 E36 325 328 and M3 but I only have direct experience on my car. So always check first.

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Good luck!! J