by Michael | Jun 13, 2008 | Lubrication
If you have problems trying to remove your BMW 2002 tii oil filter, try using large Channel Lock pliers. They will permit you to get a good grip on the oil filter, squashing it, and then getting it loose — from which point you can remove it by hand. This also...
by Michael | Nov 14, 2006 | Lubrication
When changing oil and filter on your BMW 2002, it’s always a good idea to add only the specified even number of quarts, then check your oil level after starting the car and allowing sufficient time for an accurate reading. It may be too much to add the...
by Michael | Nov 14, 2006 | Lubrication
I ALWAYS change the oil on my BMW 2002 tii myself for one very important reason, I ALWAYS, pour a half quart of new oil through to flush the remaining dirty oil at the bottom of the crank case. This is a small bit of “insurance” that is so cheap to do that...
by Michael | Oct 21, 2006 | Steering
The power steering pump on my 1972 Bavaria would complain loudly when the car was cold, if the fluid reservoir was not completely full, and on other occasions. Then, the noise became worse, the reservoir no longer worked, and steering, especially at lower rpm’s,...
by Michael | Oct 21, 2006 | Steering
A factory replacement for the high pressure power steering hose costs about $65. It is possible to make a perfectly serviceable replacement by salvaging the two attaching ends of the defective hose. These are threaded into the compression fitting at each end of the...
