1. Park the S4 on a level, flat surface. Use a tire iron to loosen the lug nuts that hold the rear wheels on. Lift the back of the car with a jack and lower it onto jack stands placed under the car at the proper places.2. Finish removing the lug nuts and the wheels. Set the wheels out of the way. Remove the brake caliper spring clip on the outside of the caliper with a pair of pliers. Loosen and remove the caliper bolts located at the top and bottom of the brake caliper facing the wheel well.3. Slide the caliper off the brake rotor. Support the brake rotor by tying it to a nearby suspension...
How to Change a BMW X5 Window Regulator
How to Change a BMW X5 Window Regulator1. Remove the weatherstripping attached to the door and the window.2. Remove the door panel with the trim panel tool. This removal can be done by prying the inner panel from the door.3. Unhook the cables that enable the lock to work.4. Remove the sound insulation from the door. This can be done using the trim panel tool.5. Lower the window until approximately 6 inches of glass is left above the window's lower opening edge.6. Remove the window. Twist slightly and lift the glass upward toward the top and rear of the door.7. Remove the window...
How to Troubleshoot a 2003 Audi Allroad Quattro
1. Make sure your Quattro is able to start and run normally. A redesign in 2003 changed the fuel-pump components. Unfortunately, this change was for the worse. The fuel pump may fail prematurely. This problem is covered under a factory recall, and the dealership will replace this item at no charge to you.2. Check for low oil pressure. Some Quattros in 2003 may experience low oil pressure. Unfortunately, this is due to the turbocharger setup from the factory. The turbocharger gets warm and may cause oil in the engine to coagulate and form sludge in critical areas. This may interfere with the...
How to Add R134 to a BMW
1. Secure the low-side service hose onto your container of R134a. Keep the valve closed on the service hose.2. Locate the low-side quick disconnect valve on the accumulator hose. Again, the valve measures 13mm and connects to the silver hose extending from the accumulator. On most BMWs, the accumulator is on the passenger side and it is a silver tube with two hoses coming out of it. One side is the low-side hose and the second is the high-side hose. The valve is on the low-side hose.3. Remove the cap from the hose and press the other end of the service hose onto the low-size valve. It is...
How to Change the Transmission Fluid in an Automatic Audi TT 2003
1. Park the Audi TT on a flat surface and raise the front of the car up on a pair of jack stands. Wait 30 minutes before performing any work below the engine so the car has time to cool off.2. Slide underneath the car and locate the gearbox in the center of the engine. This is a silver, round metal tank with a pipe coming out the front and the back. Place a drain pan beneath the gearbox.3. Remove the drain bolt on the front pipe coming from the gearbox with the Audi socket wrench. Wait 10 to 15 minutes until the fluid stops draining from the the gearbox. Replace the drain bolt.4. Remove...
How to Change the Brakes on a 2003 Mercedes C320
1. Loosen the lug nuts with the tire iron or 17 mm socket and ratchet. Lift the Mercedes' tires off the ground with the jack and place jack stands under the wheel axles. Lower the vehicle onto the stands and remove the lug nuts. Take the wheels off.2. Place a screwdriver into the upper brake pad pins slot and tap the back of the screwdriver to force the pin through the back side of the caliper. Repeat the process for the lower pin.3. Squeeze the brake pads against the side of the caliper with a pair of channel lock pliers to force the caliper pistons into the sides of the caliper. The pistons...
How to Oil Service a BMW R850R
1. Place your R850R on the center stand and turn on the engine. Let the engine idle for five to 10 minutes. This allows the oil to warm up and flow out of the engine more quickly.2. Shut off the engine. Position the oil drain pan underneath the motorcycle's engine. Remove the oil drain plug from the oil pan with an 8 mm Allen wrench.3. Drain the oil out of the engine and into the pan.4. Remove the oil filter next to the oil pan, using the oil filter wrench. Drop the old filter into the drain pan. Attach the new filter.5. Reinstall the oil drain plug and tighten it using the 8 mm Allen...
How to Troubleshoot a 1992 325I BMW Transmission
1. Start the engine and let it run for about 15 minutes.2. Open the hood and pull the looped handle in the back of the engine all the way out. This is the transmission dipstick.3. Examine the fluid. It should be red in color. If it is reddish-brown, or smells burnt, then you will need to have the transmission fluid changed and your transmission checked for any internal damage.4. Check the fluid level. Examine the end of the dipstick. The fluid level should be between the upper and lower marks on the end of the dipstick. If it isn't, you'll need to add more transmission fluid until the...
How to Upgrade My Volkswagen Passat
1. Lower the suspension and install performance shocks. Like most vehicles, when the Passat leaves the factory, it has an undesirable ride height. Install lowering springs from Eibach matched with a set of performance shocks. Your Passat will look far better and will also handle better. Eibach also offers a front anti-roll bar for the B5-generation Passat.2. Replace the stock wheels. Once you have lowered the suspension, the next logical step is to install a larger diameter set of wheels and tires. Most specialty tire retailers will have a large selection of wheel and tires packages for the...
DIY E36 Injector for a BMW
Removing Old Injectors1. Open the hood and locate the fuse box, a black box on the driver's side. Open the fuse box and remove the fuel pump fuse.2. Attempt to start your car several times after pulling the fuse, which will cause the car to turn over and die. Repeat this about 10 times to drain any excess fuel from the injectors.3. Remove the two plastic covers at the top of the engine by prying off the circular caps with the flathead screwdriver and unscrewing the securing bolts using the 10 mm socket.4. Using your hands, pop off the thin plastic cover that sits at the center of the engine...
How to Open a 1995 Mercedes E320 Glove Box
1. Place the key that unlocks your driver's door into the cylinder lock on the upper left corner of the glove box and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the box.2. Remove the key from the cylinder lock3. Grasp the handle that the cylinder lock mounts to and locate the button on the underside of the handle.4. Push the button with your fingers and pull down on the glove box lid simultaneous...
How to Replace a Headlight Bulb in a BMW
1. Open the hood and unplug the HID power connector from the back of the HID ballast on back of the headlight housing assembly.2. Pry the rubber dust cover off the back of the headlight housing assembly with your fingers.3. Turn the headlight collar counterclockwise 1/4 turn and pull it straight out of the headlight housing.4. Slide the new HID headlight into the housing. Align the tabs on the collar with the notches in the headlight housing.5. Turn the headlight clockwise to lock it into the housing.6. Slide the dust cover back over the back of the headlight housing.7. Reconnect...
How to Disable a Car Alarm on a 2003 Mercedes Benz C240
1. Turn off the C240's engine and open the hood. The fuse block is situated behind the C240's battery.2. Remove the C240's fuse block cover. On the underside of the fuse block cover is a fuse puller. Remove the fuse puller from the cover.3. Remove the fuse numbered '8' in the fuse block. Use the fuse puller. If you wish to enable the car alarm, plug the fuse back into the '8' slot.4. Place the fuse puller back onto the cover and place the cover back onto the fuse block. Close the ho...
How to Replace the Belts on a BMW 325i
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. The negative cable is black.2. Remove the bolts holding the black plastic splash shield underneath the car. Remove the shield. Open the lid for the coolant tank. Drain coolant from the block into a container by removing the drain bolt under the exhaust manifold. The exhaust manifold is located on the passenger side, behind the oil filter.3. Grab a 32-mm side open-end wrench. Use this to remove the cooling fan from the water pump by turning the nut clockwise to remove it. Once removed, keep it stored in an upright position and remove the...
How to Remove a Mercedes Cylinder Head
1. Lift the hood and study the layout of the cylinder head which needs to be removed. The fuel sending unit will need to be removed or disabled before you attempt to remove the cylinder head, as well as the cylinder head cover and valve covers. Refer to the specific engine layout in your Mercedes Benz repair guide to determine what must be removed prior to removing the cylinder head.2. Unbolt the cylinder head by loosening the retaining bolts one at a time starting with the bottom bolt in the center. The next bolt will be the top center. Remove the next bolt in a clockwise fashion from the...
How to Check the Power Steering Fluid on a 2002 BMW 325
1. Open the car’s hood. The power-steering reservoir on a 2002 325i is located next to the coolant reservoir in the engine bay above the power-steering pump.2. Clean the power-steering fluid reservoir and the area around it with a clean rag to avoid any dirt and debris getting in the fluid. Turn the lid of the reservoir by hand counterclockwise to loosen and remove it.3. Look at the bottom of the lid, which will have a plastic dipstick on it. Wipe the dipstick with a rag so that it is clean and then dip it back in the reservoir. Pull it back out and look at the dipstick.4. Pour the appropriate...
How to Turn On a Mercedes Benz C280 Fog Lamp
1. Turn your C280's engine on, or insert the key and turn it to "Acc."2. Locate the main light switch to the left of the steering wheel (directly beneath the left air vent). Turn the switch left to turn on the parking lights or right to turn on the headlights (the fog lamps cannot be turned on by themselves).3. Grasp the switch's handle and pull it towards you one notch to turn on the front fog lamps.4. Pull the switch's handle two notches to turn on the front and rear fog lam...
How Do I Remove the Oil Temperature Gauge in an Audi 80?
Accessing the Gauges1. Pry off the trim around the air conditioning controls using a flat-head screwdriver. Work carefully to avoid puncturing or tearing the trim.2. Unscrew the bolt that holds the locking piece in place. The bolt is located on the right. It is a regular bolt that can be removed with a standard wrench or pair of pliers. The trim must be removed first to expose the bolt.3. Remove the rotary knobs that control the heat and air conditioning by hand. Remove the trim from the same area using a flat-head screwdriver.Removing the Gauge Housing4. Unplug the connector assignment...
How to Install Navigation on a 2006 Audi A6
1. Mount the suction cup included in the navigation system kit on the windshield by pushing it up against the glass. Push the suction cup's lever back so the cup sticks against the windshield.2. Locate the cradle and snap it into position on the protruding arm of the suction cup.3. Connect the power to the GPS unit itself by plugging the provided power cable into the unit. Plug the other end of the power cable into the Audi's power outlet.4. Slip the base of the navigation unit onto the bottom of the cradle. Push the top of the navigation unit into the cradle's fixture until it clicks...
How to Install the Front Brake Rotors on a 96 BMW 740IL
1. Loosen the BMW’s front wheel bolts with a ratchet and socket. Raise the front of the vehicle with a floor jack and place jack stands under its frame rails. Lower the 740iL onto the jack stands. Remove the wheel bolts and remove the front wheels.2. Trace the brake pad level sensor wire -- on the driver’s side only -- until you find where it connects to the BMW’s wiring harness. Press and hold the unlocking button on the wiring harness, then unplug it from the vehicle’s harness. Unfasten the retaining bolt that secures the pad level sensor bracket to the caliper, using a ratchet and socket,...
How to Customize a Mercedes
1. Install a set of aftermarket wheels. A Mercedes looks great with a larger set of wheels and tires, so start the modifying process by swapping out the stock wheels for lighter, more aggressive alloys. Many companies make wheels for Mercedes, but it's best to stick with established brands like BBS, AMG and AC Schnitzer. Try to steer clear of 20-inch chrome rims if possible.2. Install a lower, stiffer suspension for a better appearance and additional performance. Pair a set of high-quality lowering springs from a company like Brabus or Carlsson with some stiffer shocks from Bilstein or Koni....
How to Loosen the Fan Clutch in My 2000 BMW 323I
1. Find the hood release lever located beneath your steering wheel near the foot pedals on the driver's side of your 2000 BMW 323I. Pull the lever upwards to release your vehicle's hood from the plastic hood-release latch.2. Stand over the hood of your 2000 BMW 323I. Run your fingers along the grill of your car to find the plastic hood-release latch that sticks out from the grill. Pull the latch out and up to fully open the hood for access to the cooling system.3. Unscrew the four screws holding the plastic engine cover in place with a Phillips-head screwdriver to gain access to your BMW's...
How to Install MHI Bluetooth Interface Module
1. Open the center console armrest to reveal the cradle compartment.2. Remove the black plastic cover by pulling it to reveal the contact plate.3. Slide the Bluetooth module upwards until it clicks into place on the contact patch.4. Press and hold the Mercedes-Benz logo on the Bluetooth module to put the device into 'Discovery' mode. You will then be able to find it as 'MB PhoneSystem' on your Bluetooth phone and add ...
How to Replace Front Disc Brake Pads on a 1994 BMW 740il
Removing the Brake Pads1. Remove half the fluid from the brake master cylinder using a clean turkey baster and a suitable container.2. Turn the front wheel lug nuts counterclockwise two turns using a lug wrench.3. Raise the front of your BMW with a floor jack and support it on two jack stands.4. Finish removing the front wheel assemblies and start working on one brake assembly at a time.5. Follow the cable from the brake-pad wear sensor going into the top of the caliper and carefully disconnect the sensor from the brake pad using a pair of needle-nose pliers.6. Pull the caps off the...
How to Discolor Used Engine Oil
1. Drain old, used oil from the car and contain it in a sealed bucket or jug. Used motor oil is a pollutant that can harm the environment, so it needs to be stored in a container it will not leak from.2. Pour a gallon of your fluid into the old oil, using a funnel to avoid spilling it. Water, antifreeze and similar water-based fluids will all change the color of the oil. Water is the best choice because it is not a pollutant or toxic to the environment and engine oil will mix with water, though it may separate if left to sit for long periods.3. Stir or shake the oil and water mixture. The...
How to Change a Blank 3 Button on an Audi Key Fob
1. Insert a programmed key remote into your Audi ignition and turn it to the 'ACC' position.2. Lock the door using the lock cylinder on the driver's door. Do this with the second key remote that you would like to program.3. Press the Unlock button once on the key in the lock cylinder, and wait for the lights in the car to flash.4. Unlock and Lock the door by turning the key in the lock cylinder and press the 3 button on the remote to program it to the system.5. Pull the key from the lock cylinder and press the new button to test it for successful programming. You can then remove the...
How to Remove the Seat in an Audi
1. Open the Audi's hood and disconnect the battery to ensure the airbag light won't turn on when the seat is being removed.2. Remove the four plastic caps on the bolts that surround the seat with a flat-head screwdriver and remove the bolts using an Allen wrench, attached to an L-shaped tire iron, in a counterclockwise motion.3. Pull and un-clip the seat heaters and airbag sensors found under the seat. Use a flashlight for a clearer view.4. Pull the Audi's seat upwards and remove it from the vehic...
How to Replace Audi Brakes
1. Loosen the four or five lug nuts on one of the Audi's wheels using an Audi tire iron. Raise that wheel off the ground using a car jack.2. Lower that side of the frame onto a jack stand to support the Audi. Remove the wheel from the Audi's frame, and set it aside while you work.3. Remove the bolts from the rear of the brake caliper using a ratchet and correct-size socket from the set. Pull the caliper off the frame, and rest it on the lower control arm.4. Remove the pads from the inside of the caliper by pulling them out. Insert an Audi brake compression tool into the caliper, and turn...
How to Install a Battery in a BMW 330i
1. Park your 330i and turn off the engine. Open the trunk and raise the floor panel. Locate the battery in the right rear corner of the trunk.2. Loosen the two fasteners a 1/4 turn, using a screwdriver. Loosen the third fastener in the upper-center side trim panel. Remove the fasteners. Slide the side trim panel slightly upward.3. Disconnect the battery cable on the negative terminal, followed by the battery cable on the positive terminal. Loosen the center screw on the battery retaining strap to disconnect the strap. Lift the battery out of the trunk. Be very careful not to spill any fluid...
How to Start a Mercedes
1. Locate the ignition switch of the 240D on the dashboard, just to the right of the steering wheel. Push down on the brake pedal.2. Insert the key into the ignition. Turn the key all the way to the right. Keep the brake pedal pushed down the entire time you are turning the key or the 240D won't start.3. Release the key when the 240D's engine turns over and remove your foot from the bra...
How to Change Oil in a 2002 Audi
1. Turn on the car and let the engine run for about 10 to 15 minutes to warm up the oil and increase its viscosity.2. Drive the car up on to the ramps to raise its front end and make the oil pan more accessible. If you are using a floor jack, position it under each jack point located behind each front wheel and position a jack stand underneath on each side to support the car.3. Slide under the car. Pry off the plastic rivets that secure the plastic under tray to the car to remove it, using a flat-head screwdriver.4. Open and secure the car's hood. Unscrew the oil filler cap in the engine...
How to Refill Aerotwin Wipers
1. Insert a small flat tip screwdriver into the end of the wiper blade assembly between the rubber blade and the end cap on one end of the wiper blade assembly.2. Work the screwdriver back and forth to pull or slide the end cap off the end of the wiper blade assembly.3. Pry up on the locking tab underneath the end cap, once it is completely removed, with a screwdriver. This will free the rubber blade from the assembly.4. Slide the rubber blade out of the assembly and slide the new rubber blade into the blade assembly.5. Close the locking tab and replace the end c...
How to Program an Audi Key
1. Locate the second key for your Audi (the one you do not wish to program), and use it to help program the other key. Insert the second key into the ignition, and turn it one click forward.2. Exit the vehicle, or roll down the window, and insert the second key into the driver door lock, locking the door.3. Press the 'Unlock' button on the key in the door lock. Only press the button one time. You will notice the lights flashing on the car, but the door should remain locked.4. Unlock and relock the door manually using the key in the driver's door.5. Take out the key, and test the remote's...
How to Reset the Oil and Engine Light on a BMW X5 2003 Using the Ignition
1. Sit in the driver's seat, close the door and fasten your seat belt.2. Press the odometer button with your left thumb while simultaneously putting the key into the ignition and turning it to the 'Accessory' position.3. Keep pressing down on the odometer button until the light on the dashboard starts to flash and the word 'Reset' appears.4. Let go of the odometer button, then push it in again and hold it.5. Let go of the button for the last time and look for five green lights to appear on the dash to let you know the system has been res...
How to Change Audi Headlights
1. Open the hood of your Audi and unplug the power connector running to the back of the HID ballast on the back of the headlight housing.2. Pull the rubber dust cover off of the back of the housing assembly.3. Turn the headlight counterclockwise and pull it out of the headlight housing.4. Insert the new headlight and turn it clockwise to lock it into the housing.5. Put the dust cover back over the back of the headlight housing.6. Reconnect the power connector to the HID balla...
How to Replace Headlight Bulbs in an A4
1. Pull the release level to open the hood, and then locate the headlight housing.2. Remove the headlight cover using a Torx screwdriver. Completely unscrew the two screws holding the top of the headlight cover in place, and then carefully set the screws aside. Loosen, but do not remove, the two remaining screws located on each side of the cover.3. Pull the cover straight forward, and then slide the wiring harness out by squeezing the metal clips located on the back of the headlight housing. This allows access to both the wiring harness and the headlight bulb.4. Turn the headlight bulb...
How to Restart an Audi Stereo
1. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to the accessory position.2. Turn the radio on. The word 'SAFE' will be displayed on the screen.3. Press the P.Scan and RBDS buttons simultaneously and hold until the number '1000' shows on the display. Release the buttons.4. Use Preset buttons 1 to 4 to enter the four digit code number from your radio card located in your owner's manual. If you cannot find your radio code, call your dealership, and they will give it to you once you supply them with your VIN number. Preset button 1 corresponds to the first digit, Preset button 2 corresponds...
How to Open the Sunroof on a BMW X3
1. Insert the key into the X3's ignition and turn it to 'Position 2,' which is labeled on the switch.2. Locate the sunroof switch on the center console, above the rear-view mirror. It is the second switch from the left.3. Press the switch to raise the roof and the sliding visor slightly. Press the switch twice to raise the sunroof more. To open the sunroof completely, press the switch twice in the opposite directi...
How to Determine the Final Gear Ratio in a BMW
1. Raise the vehicle using a floor jack, and place it securely on jack stands if necessary.2. Locate the differential between the two rear tires. Depending on the year and model, the stamp may be on the either side or on the rear of the differential. Look for a flat, smooth area next to a bolt, with a series of letters and numbers stamped on it.3. Clean the stamping using a rag and wire brush, if necessary. Depending on the age and use of the vehicle, a significant amount of grime may have accumulated.4. Decode the stamping. It will be comprised of eight characters. The first is a letter,...
How to Replace a BMW 318 Fog Light
1. Turn the fog light switch and engine off.2. Look closely at your fog light setup below the front bumper. The plastic panel around the fog light must be removed prior to replacing the fog light.3. Pull the panel to release the clips and remove the panel from the fog light. Set it aside for easy access; you will need it after replacing the fog light.4. Remove the 8 mm bolt closest to the center of the bumper. A standard socket wrench works fine. Once the bolt is removed, carefully pull the fog light assembly from the vehicle.5. Access the rear of the assembly to disconnect the bulb...
How to Remove the Cooling Fan Assembly on a 2002 Audi A4
1. Slide the drain pan under the radiator petcock. Loosen the petcock and allow the coolant to drain into the drain pan. If the coolant is less than five years old, and the drain pan is clean, you can reuse the coolant.2. Jack up the front of the vehicle with the floor jack and support it with jack stands. Remove the lower engine shield. Unplug the cooling fan thermal switch. Unplug the fan's wiring harness connector.3. Remove the thermal switch retaining clip. Then pull the switch out of its housing. If you have the type of thermal switch -- depending on your engine it could be either one...
How to Change a Headlight on a Mercedes
1. Open the hood and look down onto the top of the headlamp to be repaired.2. Unplug the electrical connector at the back of the headlamp by firmly grasping it by hand and wiggling it loose.3. Grasp the bulb holder at the back of the lamp housing and turn a quarter to a half turn counter-clockwise and pull it out of the housing.4. Remove the bulb from the holder by turning the bulb a quarter turn counter-clockwise and removing it from the bulb holder.5. Install the new bulb into the bulb holder by pushing it in and turning it a quarter turn clock-wise.6. Reinsert the bulb holder into...
How to Replace a BMW#039;s PCV Valve
1. Locate the PCV valve and loosen the clamps using a torque wrench. The PCV valve in the BMW is located behind the intake manifold. It may be necessary to remove the intake manifold to have enough room to locate the PCV valve.2. Remove the hose from the PCV valve. Replace the hose and clamp if they appear to be worn, have cracks in them or are leaking. Remove the hose by gently clamping it with your angled needle-nose pliers and pulling it out.3. Remove the PCV valve with your angled needle-nose pliers. If it is pressed into a rubber grommet, check to see if the grommet is worn. If so,...
How to Replace the Battery in an Audi
1. Remove the weather stripping on the firewall. Grab it with your fingers and start tugging at it and it will pull off the firewall.2. Remove the plastic shield covering the battery. This is held in place with two metal clips that you will have to pull off.3. Unbolt the cable from the negative battery terminal first. To do this, loosen the retaining nut on the cable clamp counterclockwise until the clamp is loose enough for you to pull it off the battery terminal. Then, loosen the cable attached to the positive terminal and remove it.4. Unscrew the battery wedge with the #6 Allen wrench...
How to Adjust Brake amp; Clutch Levers on a BMW F650GS
Adjusting the Clutch Lever1. Ensure the motorcycle ignition is off, and locate the small black adjusting screw situated just below the clutch lever.2. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to move the lever away from the handlebar, and counter-clockwise to move it closer.3. Apply the clutch and ensure that the all gears can be selected using the left gear pedal. If the gear changes are difficult or clunky, this suggests that the lever is adjusted too far in either direction.4. Seek professional assistance and do not attempt to ride the bike if adjusting the clutch lever does not work; the...
How to Manuel Shift for the Best Gas Mileage
1. Listen to your car as you drive. You can hear the engine revving louder as the RPM increase. Your goal is to keep the RPM low without stalling the car. This will decrease the amount of power you have and slow down your acceleration time, because the engine will not be working as hard. It will take some practice to listen to your car and monitor the RPM gauge before you can shift to optimize your gas mileage.You do not need to have a manual transmission to do this. If your automatic transmission has the option to switch into a tiptronic mode where you can control the gears, you can shift gears...
How to Power Shift a BMW 323
1. Turn on your car and engage first gear.2. Engage full-throttle and accelerate forward.3. Slightly depress the clutch and upshift rapidly, while keeping the throttle engaged fully, when it comes time to change gear.4. Repeat Step 3 for each gear change. Do not attempt to repeat the procedure upon downshi...
How to Tell If the Idle Control Valve Is Bad?
1. Start your car, and listen to the idle. Does it sound faster or slower than usual? Does it 'stumble?' All of these things are symptoms of a failing control valve.2. Locate the idle control valve on the intake. In every car they look different so refer to the repair manual of your specific car to know what it looks like.3. Remove valve from the intake and clean with carburator cleaner. It will probably be covered with black varnish so some amount of cleaning will be necessary. Once clean, reinstall.4. Start the car and determine if the engine's idling has improved. If the idling has...
How to Reset an Oil Light in 2004 BMW 530I
1. Get in the driver's seat and insert the key into the ignition. Turn the key to the 'ON' position.2. Locate the reset button located at the top left side of the instrument cluster. Depress and hold for 10 seconds. A four line menu will appear on the speedometer display. The first line is the 'BACK' function followed by three service and maintenance items. An '0' symbol next to the service means that particular function cannot be reset at this time. An '!' means it can be reset. This is to prevent prematurely resetting a service. The system will not allow a reset during the first 20...
How to Create Your Own Audio Wire Harness
Assemble Your Harness1. Cut the primary wires to the length necessary. Ensure all wires are the same length.2. Strip a half-inch of insulation from both ends of the individual wires, using the wire stripper.3. Slide a harness crimp connector pin over each primary wire. Center the upper crimp with the bare wire. Place the lower crimp 1 to 2 millimeters under the bare wire, over the insulation.4. Crimp the harness pins onto the wires, using the wire crimper.5. Slide each pin into its designated location in the harness clips. Push pins in individually, until the barbs on the pins catch...
How to Reset the Computer on a 1997 BMW 528i
1. Open the fuse panel in your 528i by pulling down on the fuse panel cover in the driver's side foot well with your fingers.2. Locate the large, round, open OBD port on the main fuse panel.3. Plug the OBD plug from the reset tool into the open port on the fuse panel.4. Turn the ignition to the on position but don't crank the engine.5. Wait for the reset tool to reset the BMW's computer. When this is finished, the "service engine" light on your dash will blink and then shut o...
How to Change the Rear Brake Pads on a 1989 Audi 200
1. Loosen the rear lug nuts with a ratchet and socket and raise the rear of the vehicle with a floor jack. Slide jack stands under the Audi’s rear cross member and lower the vehicle onto the jack stands. Remove the lug nuts and pull the wheels from the rear hubs.2. Remove each of the two caliper bolts with a ratchet and socket while holding each bolt’s respective guide pin steady with a combination wrench. Pull the caliper from its bracket and hang it from a nearby suspension component using a bungee strap.3. Slide the brake pads from the caliper bracket. Remove the two caliper bracket bolts,...
Audi Sunroof DIY
1. Pry off the clear plastic light cover located near the sunroof with a screwdriver inserted at the top corner of the plastic. Add tape around the head of the screwdriver to prevent the plastic cover from getting scratched.2. Pull at the top of the gray plastic sunroof switch cover located near the light cover and remove it from the Audi.3. Remove both screws located at the sides of the sunroof knob with a Phillips head screwdriver, turning the screws counterclockwise. Pull out the light unit and let it hang from the wiring.4. Remove the three Torx screws located on the sunroof knob with...
How to Change Audi TT Transmission Fluid
1. Drive the car for about 10 minutes to warm up the fluid and make it easier to drain it completely. Park the car on a level surface, set the parking brake and use the jack to jack the front of the car off of the ground.2. Crawl underneath of the engine compartment and locate the large, square transmission pan right next to the car's driveshaft. On the center of the bottom of the transmission pan is the drain plug. Use the Audi bit mounted in the socket wrench to remove the plug.3. Allow all of the transmission fluid to drain into the drain pan, then replace the drain plug. On the driver's...
How to Install a Dual Exhaust on an Audi TT
1. Spray the bolts that hold the clamps together on the exhaust with WD-40 to loosen them so they are easily removed later.2. Park your car on rear stands and put it in 'Park.' Let your engine and exhaust cool completely. This might take as long as 20 minutes. Pop the hood and disconnect the negative cable from the battery terminal.3. Loosen the two bolts on the clamp that holds the exhaust system, using a socket wrench with a 17 millimeter socket attachment. Open the clamps so they are loosened.4. Use a big flat-head screwdriver to pry the grommet off of the center hanger of the exhaust....
How do I Change the Headlights on a 2002 Audi A6?
1. Pop the hood of the Audi and remove both T25 screws on top of the Audi's headlights, with a T25 Torx driver.2. Loosen but do not remove the two T25 screws located at the sides of the headlights using your Torx driver. Connect the T25 driver with an extension piece to access the screws.3. Slide out the Audi's headlights and pull the metal clips found at the back of the headlights to detach the wiring and to completely detach the headlights from the Audi.4. Repeat the steps in reverse with the new headligh...
How to Add Navigation to a Mercedes
1. Push the suction cup, supplied with the GPS device, against the windshield where you want to mount the unit. Flick the suction cup's lever to secure it against the windshield.2. Locate the ball of the suction cup and push the GPS unit's cradle onto it.3. Insert one end of the unit's power cable into the GPS unit. Insert the other end into the power outlet on your Mercedes.4. Push the bottom of the GPS unit into the cradle and tilt the top until it clicks into place.5. Start your Mercedes vehicle. The GPS unit will automatically acquire the signal and is ready to u...
How do I Access the Battery on a Mercedes E300D?
1. Locate the interior hood release lever located below the dash on the driver's side of the car. Pull the release lever toward you to release the hood latch.2. Move to the front of the Mercedes E300D. Notice that the hood is slightly open. Place your fingers in the gap between the hood and grill to feel for the secondary hood release. When you locate it, use your fingers to lift up on the lever while simultaneously raising the hood.3. Locate the battery on the passenger's side of the car, near the firewall. Slide the covers off the terminals in the direction indicated by the arrows to access...
How to Remove the Dashboard on a 1983 Mercedes
1. Enter the driver's seat of your Mercedes and pull the lever on the lower left hand side of the seat which opens the hood.2. Disconnect the battery. Walk to the front of your Mercedes and fully open the hood. Locate the battery. Use the wrench to remove the bolt clamp from the negative battery terminal. Lift the negative cable away from the terminal.3. Remove the glove box. Go to the driver's side and open the glove box. Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws attached to the glove box. Lift the box out of the dash.4. Remove the rest of the screws on the lower dash panels....
How to Modify the Audi S6 Airbox
1. Remove the air box from your S6 by using the sets of metric wrenches and sockets. Depending on the year of your S6, the specific removal process will vary slightly. The air box is a rectangular plastic piece located on the driver's side of the engine bay towards the front of the car. It is attached to the intake manifold on the engine.2. Disassemble the air box by removing the top piece from the assembly. This is typically secured onto the air box by plastic clips which can be pried up to loosen the cover from the rest of the assembly.3. Remove the air filter from the air box by sliding...
How to Troubleshoot a Mercedes 430S
1. Locate the OBD port on the Mercedes. Look under the driver-side dash, under the steering column. Lift the flap covering the OBD port.2. Plug the OBD tool into the port. Put the key in the ignition and turn the vehicle to the 'Start' position.3. Wait until the OBD tool reads the vehicle trouble code. This code will be on the front of the OBD tool, on the small screen. Check the OBD manual for the meaning of the code that appeared on the screen.4. Note the error code that you were given on the OBD tool and go to a certified mechanic or parts store, which can further advise you of what...
How to Diagnose a Car That#039;s Running Hot
1. Check the antifreeze/coolant level in your radiator. Wait until the car has cooled down and the engine is cold, and then remove the radiator cap. If the fluid level is sufficient, you should be able to visually see the liquid inside. If it is low, add more according to your car's specifications. If you have to add more than a pint of fluid, it is possible that you have a leak.2. Check your oil level. Remove the dipstick from under your hood and wipe it clean with a rag. Reinsert the stick, pull it out and then read the level based on the markings on the stick. Oil serves as a lubricant...
How to Remove the Instrument Cluster in a 1995 S
1. Turn the S420's engine off. Lower the steering wheel to its lowest position.2. Remove the side panel above the dashboard between the door and the windshield by pulling it off the vehicle.3. Insert a slotted screwdriver into the speaker cover and pry upwards to remove it.4. Remove the two screws under the cover with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the two fasteners at the bottom of the air vent to the left of the steering wheel with a slotted screwdriver. Pull the vent out of the vehicle.5. Reach into the air vent and push on the rear of the instrument cluster as far as it will go.6....
How to Install BMW Ball Joints
1. Park the car on a level surface and place the wheel chocks behind the rear wheels.2. Jack the car up with an automobile jack and place a jack stand under the frame near the jacking point, for added safety. Raise the jack stand as close to the frame as possible.3. Remove the wheel with a lug wrench.4. Use a socket and ratchet to disconnect the rear control arm bushing bracket where it connects to the body.5. Remove the nut and disconnect the front stabilizer from the control arm with a socket and ratchet. Remove the nut that connects the control arm to the cross member with a ratchet...
How to Assemble a Mercedes Benz Taillight
1. Park the vehicle and turn off the ignition. Open the trunk or tailgate.2. Grab the light bulb panel and ensure that all of the bulbs are secured in place. Turn each one to the right to ensure that they are snug.3. Hold the taillight assembly and turn it so you can see the back of it.4. Take the light bulb panel and line up the light bulbs with the corresponding holes of the taillight assembly. Push the light bulb panel into the assembly until you hear the two locking tabs on the sides of the panel snap into position.5. Take hold of the wiring connectors that are attached to the vehicle....
How to Clean an Audi Engine Compartment
1. Allow the vehicle to cool completely before you start to wash the engine bay. If the engine is up to temperature and cold water is sprayed on it, the rapid cooling of the metal block may cause it to crack.2. Cover all of the electrical components in the engine bay with the plastic wrap and tape them off using the masking tape. You want to try to cover these items so they don't get water in them and potentially short out when the vehicle is started. It's not critical that each piece is sealed completely from the water, but this will definitely help in the process.3. Spray the degreaser...
How to Operate an Audi Navigation System
1. Press the button labeled 'Navigation' or NAV on the console to access the navigation menu.2. Choose from the 'Map', 'Route', 'Memory' and 'Nav-info' options on the Multi-Media Interface or MMI screen. There are buttons around the knob on the console to select your choice.3. Turn the knob to highlight the option you want on the screen. Your choices under 'Route' may include: route with or without stopovers, route list, route criteria and avoid route from here. Push the knob to choose the desired option.4. Press the return button from the center of the console to get out of a menu once...
How to Change the ATF in a 2002 Audi A6
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.2. Jack the car up and place securely on jack stands or lift the car with an automotive lift. Change the fluid when the gearbox oil is warm but the car has cooled down for a few minutes.3. Remove the transmission drain plug with a socket and let the fluid drain into an oil container. Set the drain bolt aside.4. Remove the transmission oil pan. This is held on with bolts that run around the perimeter of the pan.5. Clean the inside of the oil pan thoroughly with a rag until there are no traces of the old oil. Wipe the magnets off that attract and capture...
How to Troubleshoot the BMW Trunk Lock
1. Open the trunk from the inside of the car. Press the 'Trunk' button located to the left of the steering wheel.2. Check your distance when using the key remote. The 'Trunk' button on the key remote only works from a distance of 3 to 25 feet. Stand closer or farther away if your trunk button doesn't work.3. Check for objects blocking the trunk. Ice and dirt can clog the opening of the trunk. Remove and/or clean objects from the trunk to open.4. Change the battery in the remote. Take the integrated key out of the remote. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the battery cover to pop it off....
How to Jump Start a Mercedes E430
1. Drive the working vehicle close enough to your Mercedes E430 for jumper cables to reach both batteries. Be sure the cars do not touch.2. Open the hoods for both vehicles. Both cars should be turned off.3. Slide the cover off the positive post on the Mercedes battery.4. Connect one end of the red jumper cable to the positive post on the battery of the working vehicle.5. Connect the opposite end of the same cable--the red cable--to the positive post on the Mercedes battery.6. Start the working vehicle and let it run for a few minutes.7. Connect the end of the black jumper cable...
How do I Program the Key for a Mercedes E320?
1. Place your new key into the ignition of your Mercedes E320.2. Hold down the 'Lock' button on the key fob.3. Remove the key from the ignition while maintaining your hold on the 'Lock' button.4. Push the 'Unlock' button on the key fob five times, consecutively. Do not release your hold on the 'Lock' button while pushing the 'Unlock' button.5. Release your hold on the 'Lock' button to complete the programming proce...
How to Import an Audi A3 to Canada From the United States
1. Verify that your Audi A3 remains admissible into Canada by contacting the Registrar of Imported Vehicles (RIV) at 1-888-848-8240. Only some models of S6 and A6 wagons are inadmissible, but this could change at any time, so verify your specific make, model and year.2. Use your potential car's VIN to discover its branding history. If there has previously been an accident serious enough to result in an insurance write-off or nonrepairable status, you may not be able to license the car in Canada.3. Research the Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards to determine if your vehicle requires...
How to Remove a Quick Connect Fuel Filter on a BMW
1. Park the BMW and unscrew the gas cap from the gas tank. Removing the gas cap will release the pressure from the fuel line and filter.2. Jack the front of the BMW up and put the jack stands under the frame rail of the car. Make sure to position the jack stands under the car's frame rail on both sides of the BMW near the front wheels. Release the jack so that the BMW sits securely on the jack stands.3. Slide under the driver's side of the BMW near the back side of the front tire. Locate the fuel filter, positioned under the engine on the driver's side. The fuel filter will be located directly...
How to Unlock a Transmission
1. Turn the vehicle off and take your foot off the brake. Turn the key to 'IGN' and depress the brake firmly, listen for a clicking sound from the brake shift interlock solenoid. This component 'tells' the car the brake is engaged and the transmission can be shifted into gear.2. Shut the engine off. Take your foot off the brake again. Turn the ignition to 'ACC.' Depress the brake firmly. Try to shift the car into 'Neutral,' then start the car. Attempt to shift the transmission into 'Drive.' Listen again for the solenoid click. If you do not hear the click, the fuse may be out; go to the next...
How to Replace a Caliper in a VW Passat
Remove the Old Caliper1. Make sure the ignition is off on the car if it is equipped with anti-lock brakes Pump the brake pedal between 25 and 35 times to relieve the system of any pressure before anything else.2. Lift the car securely onto a jack stand and remove the wheel.3. Disconnect the parking brake cable if you are replacing a rear caliper. Loosen the hydraulic line at the caliper without disconnecting it.4. Remove the bolts from the caliper. If they are guide pin bolts (which they will be on the rear), hold the guide pins in place with another wrench. Lift the caliper up off the...
How to Troubleshoot a BMW Tail Light
Single Faulty Light1. Turn off the BMW's engine and open the trunk.2. Remove the fasteners in the trim of the trunk lid using a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the trim from the trunk to reveal the tail light assembly.3. Remove the bulb socket containing the faulty bulb by pulling it out of the assembly. Push the bulb in gently while rotating it clockwise to remove it.4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Use a clean cloth to install the replacement bulb. Check your vehicle's owner's manual to see what type of bulb to use.5. Place the socket back into the assembly and reattach the...
How to Repair a Camshaft Position Sensor on an Audi A4
Removal1. Disconnect the battery by loosening the negative batter cable clamp. You can use a small wrench to do this.2. Locate all engine accessory belts and remove them. Use you will need to loosen certain accessories to relieve tension on the belts.3. Locate all engine covers and upper timing belt cover. Remove these, using a ratchet.4. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise until cylinder No. 1 is at top dead center. Use a long handle ratchet and socket.5. Release the tension on the timing belt. You will need to use the TORX wrench T45 to accomplish this.6. Remove the timing belt by pressing...
How to Add Freon to a Mercedes
1. Place the Mercedes in 'Park' and turn the vehicle off. Allow the Mercedes to cool down for 20 minutes before beginning any maintenance.2. Open the hood and locate the air conditioner unit's low side fitting. The hose connects from the accumulator to the compressor.3. Assemble the can of freon by attaching the recharge hose to the valve on top of the can. The hose will snap onto the valve. Twist the can to the 'on' position to puncture and open the can.4. Connect the can of freon to the low side fitting on the air conditioning unit. Hold the can upright to ensure maximum flow of freon.5....
How to Replace the Brake Pads on a 2004 C230 Sport
1. Park the C230 on a flat surface, turn off the engine and apply the parking brake.2. Loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels with the tire iron or 18-mm socket and breaker bar. Place tire blocks behind the rear tires to prevent the Mercedes from rolling backward while the front of the vehicle is elevated.3. Place the floor jack under one of the lifting points on the frame of the C230. Look for the section of the undercarriage near the side skirts of the vehicle--do not place the jack under the fender as the body material is not strong enough to bear the weight of the car.4. Lift the...
How Do I Jump Start a BMW 1100 LT?
1. Position the motorcycle near the front end of the car. Ensure that the vehicle and the motorcycle are not touching in any way. Turn off both the vehicle and the motorcycle, and remove the keys from the ignition.2. Open the hood of the vehicle and remove the seat of the BMW K 1100 LT to expose the batteries.3. Connect the jumper cable with the red handle to the positive terminal on the vehicle's battery. Connect the other red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the motorcycle's battery. Take great care to ensure that the positive terminal does not touch any other metal on the motorcycle.4....
How to Change the Alternator on a 2001 BMW 330ci
Removing the Old Alternator1. Verify that you have the radio code for your BMW 330CI so that you can operate the radio after replacing the alternator. You will need to manually enter this code in your radio after reconnecting the battery. You can find this code in your owner's manual or your new vehicle paperwork.2. Turn the ignition to the “Off” position.3. Disconnect the negative (black) battery cable using a wrench.4. Remove the air cleaner assembly using a ratchet, ratchet extension, socket and a Phillips head screwdriver if necessary. The air cleaner assembly sits on top of the engine...
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