by Michael | Mar 5, 2009 | BMW Classifieds, Doors
I make a great upgrade/replacement door brake check stop for BMW 2002’s. Discovering the high cost of the BMW replacement part, I came up with this door brake design when restoring my BMW 2002 and replacing the terrible original door brakes. I have sold over 42...
by Michael | May 4, 2006 | Doors
If you are suddenly unable to remove your ignition key from either door of a 2002, do not force it. There is a design problem on the 2002 that I’ve repaired on over fifty 2002 in three years as a Boston locksmith. Not having owned a BMW until just a few months...
by Michael | May 4, 2006 | Doors
A more permanent solution is to weld the yoke into place with an arc welder. Also, the door check itself is very prone to breakage. It is easy to replace. Drive the pin out, then remove the two ten-mm bolts (actually they are 6-mm with a 10 mm head). Pry open the...
by Michael | May 4, 2006 | Doors
The BMW factory is aware of the problems that 6-cylinder owners have been having with door locks freezing in the winter. The factory has published Parts Bulletin #5/71 about the problem and it is now possible to order a spray can from your dealer that will hopefully...
by Michael | May 4, 2006 | Doors
As a new member who owns a 1976 2002, I have had a few problems. My most recent one was with the door check linkage. A loud snapping sound was made when the door was opening. I searched through the $40, 3-inch-thick manual and found nothing to help me. At first I...
