Exterior (external body elements) BMW 3 Series E46
Basic information The body is made of stamped steel parts. Basically, the parts are connected by welding, but some connections are made with glue. The hood, doors and some other...
Body and bottom maintenance 1. The general condition of the vehicle body is one of the parameters that determine its value. Body maintenance is not difficult, but it should be regular....
Repair of minor body damage Restoration of minor body scratches 1. If only the paintwork is scratched, and the metal is not affected, it is very easy to repair the scratch. Lightly rub...
Repair of serious damage to the body If serious damage has occurred or it has become necessary to restore significant sections of the body due to their malfunction, then in this case completely...
Front bumper — removal and installation Withdrawal 1. Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of the car and place it on stands (cm. " Lifting the vehicle and placing it on stands "). Models...
Rear bumper — removal and installation Withdrawal 1. Chock the front wheels and apply the parking brake. Raise the rear of the car and place it on stands (cm. "Lifting and placing the car on...
Hood — removal, installation and adjustment Withdrawal 1. Open the hood and ask an assistant to support it. Using a pencil or marker, mark the position of the hinges relative to the hood (to facilitate...
Bonnet lock cable — removal and installation Withdrawal 1. The hood latch cable consists of three sections. The first section goes from the opening handle to the connector located on the right engine...
Bonnet lock (s) — removal and installation Withdrawal 1. For easier access to the back of the lock (castles) remove the radiator (see chapter 3). 2. On models with air conditioning, squeeze the tabs...