1. Examine the center of the rim for any type of name of logo. Many rim manufacturers place their name or logo in this location. Early Fuchs rims had a fox's head stamped on them.2. Remove the tire, if possible, and look for any markings or name on the back. Some manufacturers place their ID on the back of the rim.3. Search the rim for any forging numbers stamped on it. Fuchs often placed forging numbers on their rims for ID purposes. Check any numbers with a rim dealer to ID the rim.4. Compare late model rims that are believed to be Fuchs rims with photos of the rims shown on the company's...
How to Hook Up a Turbo Timer in the Audi TT
1. Disconnect the TT's battery terminals to avoid electrical shock during turbo timer installation. Remove the fuse box panel located at the driver's side end of the dashboard by gently prying it with a flat-head screwdriver. Remove the three 8mm bolts that hold the dash panel into place -- one is under the fuse box cover, and the other two are along the underside of the dash. Disconnect any anchored wires from the rear of the dash panel, then lift it free.2. Locate the TT's wiring harness, located at the at the left side of the exposed dash portion. Use wire cutters to strip approximately...
How to Change a Tire on an SLK 350
1. Open the trunk and pull up the floor panel to access the spare tire, jack and wheel wrench.2. Unscrew the bolt, by hand, securing the spare tire in the trunk and remove the tire. Take out the wheel wrench and the jack. Then place the spare tire and the tools next to the flat tire.3. Loosen the bolts on the flat tire with the wheel wrench. Do not take them off yet.4. Place the jack with the jack head under the jack point on the vehicle's frame. The top of the jack will fit into the jack point. Raise your Mercedes high enough to slide the tires on and off the car.5. Remove the bolts...
How to Repair a Scratched Headlight Lens in the BMW 528i
1. Spray lukewarm water on the scratched headlight lens with the spray bottle to clean and prepare the lens for sanding. Spray your 400-grit sandpaper with water until it is saturated.2. Sand the scratched lens with the 400-grit sandpaper. Continue sanding until the paper is worn down and is no longer effective. Spray the lens with water to clear off sand particles and debris accumulated during the sanding process. Dry off the lens with a clean terry cloth towel.3. Apply 2000-grit sandpaper, following the sanding instructions referenced in Step 2. This causes a fine haze to develop over...
How to Replace the Door Lock Actuator in a BMW Z3
1. Use a socket wrench to disconnect your vehicle's battery by removing the negative cable.2. Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry off the clips securing the door panel to the door.3. Peel off the plastic insulation from the door and raise the window as far as it will go.4. Use a socket wrench to remove the two securing bolts on the door that hold in the lock.5. Use a Torx screwdriver to remove the Torx screw from the outer window channel. Remove the 10-mm bolt from the channel with a socket wrench.6. Disconnect the actuator's electrical wiring connector and remove its retaining bolts...
How do I Replace the Ignition Switch on an E21 BMW?
1. Open up the hood of your BMW and disconnect the negative cable from the negative battery terminal. This can be done by loosening the bolt on the terminal with a wrench and pulling the negative cable away from the battery.2. Enter the driver's seat of your vehicle. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws that hold the upper steering column shroud in place. Lift the shroud away from the steering column.3. Use your hands to press in the center pin of the two rivets to gain access to the mounting screws on the lower shroud. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the mounting...
How to Install a Custom BMW Stereo
1. Lift the hood of the BMW to access the battery terminals. Use a 10 mm wrench to loosen the bolt that secures the negative battery cable clamp to the negative battery terminal. Move the cable away from the battery. Move to the inside of the vehicle.2. Open the vents at the center of the dashboard. Use a flat screwdriver to pry the retaining clip inside the vent downward to release the vent assembly. Remove the vents from the dashboard.3. Remove the two screws above the stereo unit with the Phillips-head screwdriver.4. Slide the factory stereo from the dashboard stereo dock and unplug...
How to Shift a Tiptronic Transmission
1. Press the accelerator until the car reaches 2,500 or so rpm. This will happen quickly if you are starting from a stationary position.2. Press the paddle to shift into the next higher gear.3. Repeat this process through all of the gears, shifting down when necessa...
How to Maintain an Old Mercedes
1. Have your Mercedes-Benz serviced based on the recommended schedule outlined in your car's maintenance manual. If you don't have a maintenance manual, any Mercedes dealership will recommend a schedule based on the model and age of your car. However, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you schedule maintenance service every 12,000 miles and alternate major and minor service appointments.2. Replace the brake fluid every two years, preferably in the spring.3. Check the coolant before the beginning of the hot and cold seasons.4. Have the oil and oil filter changed every 3,000 miles or six months,...
How to Remove the Convertible Top for a BMW 325i
1. Turn on the car engine. It is possible to engage the battery by simply turning on the radio; however, BMW advises that this may drain the battery and the procedure should be done when the car is running.2. Fold the cargo partition in the trunk down. Lock it into place on both sides to create space in which to store the retractable roof.3. Ensure the windshield is clear of any obstructions. Locate the convertible button in the center dash, next to the handbrake. Push the button to retract the roof of the car. If you are outside of the car, use the convertible button on the remote to operate...
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