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...
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