v.26 (2006.04.03) ... Author / Maintainer: J. Zimmitti
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1. BRAKES How can I eliminate or reduce brake dust? How can I prevent my brakes from squealing? What are Euro floating rotors? What can I use to paint my calipers?	2. DRIVETRAIN What is ASC and how do I know when it is off? What is a clutch stop? Why does my clutch pedal squeak and why is it sloppy and loose? Which companies manufacturer the M3 transmissions?
3. ENGINE How do I calculate horsepower at the crankshaft using wheel horsepower? Why should I be concerned if my water pump has a plastic impeller? How long should I wait for the engine to warm up? What is the firing order of the M3 engine? What OEM spark plugs are used in the M3 engine? What is the oxygen sensor fault code? What is the tapping noise near the top of my engine? What is the grinding noise when I start my M3 in cold weather? What is the ticking noise after I turn it off my M3? How can I check my engine’s fault codes without a special tool? (1995 M3 only)	4. EXTERIOR How can I reduce my blind spots? What type of bulbs do the headlights and fog lights use? Why do some coupes have different BMW rear wings? Why does the lower splash guard keep falling off? Why is it so difficult to open my doors (inside or outside)?
5. SUSPENSION What are the maximum tire and wheel sizes I can fit on a stock M3 without rubbing? What is the difference between a staggered and non-staggered tire setup? What are the OEM tire and wheel sizes and weights? What are the differences between genuine M Forged wheels and replicas? Will 16 inch diameter wheels fit on my M3? What are the recommended stock tire pressures? What is the recommended torque for the lug bolts? What is the clunking noise coming from the back of my car when going over bumps?	6. ELECTRONICS Where can I find the radio code if I don't have it? Why does my Harman Kardon stereo increase and decrease volume automatically and can I adjust it? What is the whirring noise I hear from the center of the dashboard after I turn off my car? What are the pin and wire assignments for the connectors on the OEM stereo amplifier? What is the instrument cluster test mode and how is it performed? What hidden functions are available for the on-board computer (OBC)?
7. MAINTENANCE When is it time for Inspection I and II services? How much does Inspection II cost and what does it include? How much oil does the space between the dipstick high and low marks represent? What was the factory fill motor oil? What motor oil type and viscosity is recommended? How do I change the engine oil? How do I change the manual transmission and differential fluids? What fluid is recommended for manual transmissions? How can I reset my service interval lights? What is bad about using a car wash (automatic and touchless)? What are the proper methods of: vehicle detailing, repairing paint chips, etc.? How do I clean and protect my leather seats? What can I do to clean my side moldings? What brand of ramps will fit under the M3? Where can I purchase original BMW parts at the best prices?	8. VARIATIONS How many US E36 M3s have been built? What colors and body styles were available? What is a Euro M3? What is a lightweight M3? What is a luxury model M3? Why do the 1995 and 1996-1999 M3s have different engines?
9. OTHER INFORMATION How much does the stock M3 coupe or sedan weigh? How should I winterize or prepare my car for long term storage? How do I remove the air bag stickers from the visor? Where is the best place to mount a radar / laser detector? How can I contact someone at BMW other than the dealer? Where can I find the official BMW M Power book? Where can I find websites with useful M3 information? Where can I find BMW icons for my computer? What are the commonly suggested brands for...? How does one interpret the VIN? Who is Ron Stygar?	10. PURCHASING What should I look for when purchasing a used M3? What are DOT-R labels? What is a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) M3? Where can I find a used M3?
11. MODIFICATIONS Will modifications or aftermarket parts void my warranty? Why do I sometimes have problems shifting under hard acceleration and what is a mis-shift? What horsepower gain will certain modifications provide? What is the easiest and cheapest way to gain a few extra horsepower? Do I need a heat shield for my aftermarket air intake? What is an x-brace? What does it mean to get sharked? Can I install both a lightened flywheel and an underdrive pulley? Will the BMW aluminum pedal set (for E46 BMWs) fit on my E36 M3?