1. Modify the suspension with lowering springs and performance shocks. One thing the 1 Series suffers from in stock form is a suspension that is softer than optimal for outright road holding. The solution is to remove the stock springs and shocks and upgrade them with stiffer lowering springs, which lower the car's center of gravity, reduce body roll and also help the car look better. Combine the springs with performance shocks.2. Install wider performance wheels and stickier tires. A set of lighter alloys will make your 128i feel more nimble and also make it look more performance oriented....
How to Reset an S8 Service Interval
1. Locate the trip-meter knob in the lower center of the gauge cluster. The knob is black and you use it to reset your mileage on your tip-meter.2. Push inward on the knob until the service interval light starts to flash. This generally takes about 10 seconds.3. Let the knob out, and then tap it in one time quickly to turn off the lig...
How to Install a 1992 BMW 325 I Heater Control Valve
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. The BMW 325 battery is located in the trunk. Let the vehicle cool off for at least 30 minutes prior to beginning procedure.2. Remove the two screws mounting the air box assembly on the right side of the engine bay. Removing the air box assembly will allow you easier access to the heater control valve. Remove the clamps connecting the air intake hose and set the box and hose aside3. Disconnect the electrical module from the base of the valve. Use the flat-head screwdriver to remove the clamps holding the upper and lower valve hose. Make note of their...
How to debadge a car or remove car logos
1. The very first thing to do is confirm that the badge is held on by adhesive only, and that it is not riveted or screwed on. A lot of logos and emblems that are inset in hoods or trunk lids are actually bolted onto the car. Open the hood or trunk, and look in the back where the logo sits for bolts. Unbolt these, and remove them from the car. If the logo is inset, you will have to fill it with bondo and repaint, but that is for another article. To remove the adhesive only badges, read on!2. Spray a bug and tar remover of your choice around the seal of the emblem holding it onto your...
How to Find Information on Mercedes
1. Check your mail. Mercedes-Benz will notify you via postal mail when a recall is issued for a Mercedes-Benz vehicle that you own.2. Call the Mercedes-Benz customer service hotline toll-free by dialing 800-367-6372. The hotline deals with all recall issues and general customer complaints or concerns. A Mercedes-Benz customer service representative will be able to assist you with any questions you may have pertaining to a recall and can also help you find an authorized service center for your car.3. Search online for a recall concerning your specific Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Find your vehicle...
How to Change the Transmission Fluid in a BMW E30
1. Warm your car's transmission by driving it around for about 10 minutes. Be careful not to go far over this time frame, since you want the fluid to be warm, but not scalding hot for this procedure.2. Turn your BMW's ignition off and lock the emergency brake into place to prevent injury during the fluid replacement.3. Jack your car evenly about six inches off of the ground and use extra support in the form of jack stands. You will need four jack stands near each tire in order to position the car level with the ground.4. Find the transmission pan under the front end of the BMW--it is a...
How to Troubleshoot a Power Steering Leak on an Audi A4
1. Add the oil-based dye, supplied in the kit, to the power steering reservoir. The reservoir for the Audi A4 is located on the driver's side inner fender well, just in front of the windshield reservoir. Test-drive the vehicle for 10 minutes to circulate the dye and load the power steering system. This will force small leaks to show up.2. Use the black light, supplied in the kit, to search under the hood for leaks. Start at the power steering reservoir, following both the small return hose and the larger supply hose to the power steering pump and the rack and pinion steering gear. Note any...
How to Turn Up a Stock Audi TT Boost
1. Turn off the Audi TT engine and open its hood.2. Disconnect the hose leading to the wastegate actuator from the turbo.3. Connect the open hose end to the boost controller and connect that to the turbo's open valve. Tighten the hose clamp around the turbo valve with the flat head screwdriver.4. Twist the boost controller 'Boost' knob to the right to turn up the Audi TT's stock boost. Start with only turning the boost up a small degree, and test the TT on the stre...
How to Debadge Audi
1. Heat up the badges for a few minutes by using your heat gun or hair dryer, holding the heat source about two inches away from the badges. Try to avoid holding the heat source too close to the paint as you can risk bubbling the paint up.2. Slide the dental floss or fishing line behind the badge and slide it down. Move it down slowly and work your way down. If you find you are encountering resistance, heat the badge area again for a few more minutes.3. Apply some rubbing alcohol to the area using your cotton terry towel to remove the remnant adhesive film that may still be on the body panel...
How to Replace an ML 320 Dust Filter
1. Remove the two screws on the panel beneath the glove compartment.2. Pull the panel toward the floor of the car to remove it, exposing the dust filter housing.3. Press the filter housing lid toward the rear of the vehicle and pull down to remove it.4. Pull the old filter straight down to remove it from the filter housing.5. Insert the new filter into the housing. Push the filter up as far as it will go.6. Replace the filter housing access door. Press on it until it locks into place.7. Replace the panel below the glove compartment. Replace the two screws that hold the panel in ...
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