A list of important threads containing a wealth of information every E46 owner should know, especially if you're new to the car or this forum.
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- E46 Wiki
- Abbreviations and Acronyms
- Bentley Manual PDF Download
- RealOEM - Part Number Lookup
- VIN Lookup
- Wiring Diagrams
- DME Connector Pinouts
- Torque Specs
- Yet Another Torque Guide
- Maintenance Schedule
- BMW Keys
- Program Keys
- BMW Technical Info Docs
- SULEV M56 Information
- How to Troubleshoot a Problem
- How to Get Help
- BMW Error Code Lookup
- OBD Error Code Lookup
- Instrument Cluster Tests
- No Start Guide
- Fuel Management Dissertation
- Fuel Trims Explained
- Fuel trims, lean codes, misfires, and how to diagnose
- Cold Weather Misfires and CEL
- How To Read OBD2 Engine Diagnostic Logs
- How to Smoke Test
- Top 10 E46 Failures
- Lighting Troubleshooting Guide
- Electric Fan Guide
- Intake Refresh Guide
- Suspension Refresh Guide
- Cooling System Guide
- Common Fluid Leaks
- Sapote Coolant Bleeding Method
- M54 Performance Guide
- Leak/Issue/Performance Guide
- ZCS Coding for AT->MT Swap
- FA Coding for AT->MT Swap
- Code used MK60 DSC
- B25 to B30 Swap Guide
- OBD Fusion
- BMW Scanner 1.4
- How to Install BMW Standard Tools
- How to Install ISTA+
- Need a DME or EGS flash update?
- How to Code ABS Module