I’m in college and I bought a 330i two years back and I had to do so many repairs, Just letting you know man without your diys I would be driving a Toyota right now. So, thank you
for real, i had a 99 camry and i’d have to have done about the same work on an e46 to get it in decent condition so i said screw it and sold the camry, bought my 46 and only because there’s diy tutorials like these on youtube
The knowledge is knowing how to do a thing and the art is making it look easy. You my friend have raised the BMW DIY video to an art form. As always thanks for the informative, well made video.
I’m college student and bought an 2004 e46 330xi from my uncle who had been neglecting it for around a year, and since I’m studying fro auto technician, with the tools and the help from my instructors that my school provides, and in huge part your videos I’ve saved thousands on repairs and now i know my car like the palm of my hand. Thank you man
Hey 50's kid, I did repair quite a lot in the past until like 6 years ago. Ever since I slowly just lost passion and interest and got tired of it, mainly by depression and shit. Just recently I slowly picked up again after starting watching most of your vids, binging them for hours and did most common M54 repairs on my E60. I can not wait until my parts arrive to overhaul my vanos unit. Your vids take the frustration out and are satisfying to watch. The camera angles are great and you provide them little details, so thank you for all these video's. I hope you will continue as you are one of the better sources to share knowledge.
Working on the car, using my head and hands is one of the most therapeutic distractions from the demons inside. Hope you're doing well. Love to hear how the car is going now.
Thanks for all of your DIY videos and advice! My 2001 330i with 230K miles appeared to be on its last legs. I looked up check engine light codes, fixed a couple of things, but still wasn't able to pass VA inspection. Took it to a reputable shop and they said I needed a new Vanos for $2500. With your videos, I was able to methodically work through the repair myself and passed inspection on Fri. My long-time friend will continue to be my favorite car to drive for hopefully many more years to come!
One of the best DIY videos I've seen for e46 work. I believe the T30 torx screws that hold the vanos pistons to the cam shaft are designed to "stretch" when torqued down, so it is not recommended to reuse them. That is why they come in most rebuild kits.
Yes, one snapped on me. Did you hand tighten them? I used my torque wrench set at 6 ft lbs but it must be off because it snapped one of them Waiting on two new ones.
50s kid is the goat of diy . I have learned so much from this dude . His videos have saved my gf & myself THOUSANDS in costly repair bills. Definitely just watching these videos has been a huge influence & confidence booster for me to just DIY!! Thank u 50skid udaman!!!!🤟🤟
Fantastic video. Excellent lighting, great camera positions and clarity, perfect audio. VANOS was a real scary grey area for me until I watched this segment. Keep up the good work.
I've just replaced the vanos seals on my e46 using your video. Thank you very much for taking the time to produce it. I also had to replace the valve cover gasket, as it was as brittle as toffee and just fell to pieces! You are the best! Thanks again "50's Kid" :)
Great video, it really helped out in preparing for the job. Just finished doing this on my 328Ci. I replaced the exhaust cam sensor first, then tested it before replacing the Vanos (replaced with an improved O-ring one). Actually I seemed to get more improved performance from just changing the sensor than the whole Vanos. Changing both is definitely something I would recommend if the car seems down on power. Anyway changing the Vanos cured rough idle, cured a power surge that used to occur around 3000 RPM, and improved the gas mileage. Well worth the 3-4 hours I spent in the garage!
Man, my kid and I just did this and other rebuild procedures on his 330xi with your help. We love to talk crap about your logo, but more than that, we really appreciate your vids. Thank you.
Jason, great videos as always. I just completed my Vanos rebuild (O-rings) as well as replacing the valve cover gasket while I was at it. It all went off without a hitch (for the most part)! I couldn't have done it without your help. I even finished the job by installing a Homelink garage door opener because of your video. Thanks a million, you've taught me so much about working on my E46! Always look forward to your new videos!
Thanks for making these how to videos. These jobs can be done with minimal tools. Its the knowledge that you pay for when going to a dealership for repairs. You have taken these E46 videos to a new level. Awesome!!!!!!!! Subscribed ages a go. Thanks
fantastic video as always! I've had a VANOS rebuild kit lying in a box for about 2 years (too scared to get stuck in) but I'm gonna have a go now I've got a comprehensive video to tackle it with. I don't think I've got any rattles yet so I'll probably just do the seals. Thanks, and keep up the great work.
No kidding. I’m so so happy. I’m literally in tears knowing I can’t pay someone, but I’m great at following instructions. Your videos keep food on the table for all of us.
Struggling college student, I live with my parents but literally have no money. Feel like I don't deserve to drive a BMW everyday, and I wouldn't if it wasn't for detailed diy stuff. I can't even get the most simple of repairs done at a mechanic. Whenever I watch 50s kids videos I feel way better, because in the moment it doesn't look too bad, and I know I'll be able to keep my 330 running. It's all worth it.
You're first person I came across on youtube who explains vanos briefly! I don't own this vehicle, but it's very interesting to see why they chose vanos design and how it operates and maintained.
I have just bought my first car and it's a E46 328Ci with 44000km. Have just known that this VANOS issue would be probably come after 10tkm. This video is so kind and it makes the repair looks like so easy to do. Thanks a lot.
I’m so thankful you make all these videos. I have a 05 330I I gave to my daughter used, got it back with 150k and now has everything wrong with it😳😳😳 these videos will get me through, thanks.
Thank you 50skid for all your videos. It is because of your videos that I was able to easily and smoothly service the VANOS, VCG, Water pump and thermostat on my E46. You da man! You've got a subscriber for life!
Great video! Thanks for sharing. It is the only VANOS information source that I have found so far, that actually instructs how to open the pistons up to replace the bearings inside.
There is definitely one other guy who has the same video. His video was actually making me hold off on making my own video for a long time because I felt I couldn't add anything to the topic, but I guess it's a matter of people just finding the videos to begin with on TH-cam at this point.
Just letting you know, you have a following way over in New Zealand - on a BMW forum, some people don't even own e46's but they still watch it for entertainment :)
Excellent tutorial. Just rebuilt my double Vanos using Besian seals. Note: Be careful tightening the small fit bolt (reverse thread) as I snapped one of them. Had my torque wrench set to 6 ft lbs but it must be off. Waiting on two new bolts but I'll hand tighten as you've shown on the video. Other than that, every is going smoothly.
I love these "less refined" videos as it reflects what will happen when I do my car! Spend an hour yanking and prying to Google and find there is a bolt you missed...
I have been watching your videos for some time with such amazement how you zip through your description. You make everything look so easy...You are very talented and seem to have all the right answers for anything that might come up. Thanks for all your expertise and precise details that make you such a genius. Seeing all this makes me want to take my 330ci all apart just to keep up with you..
I really like the calm voice of walking through all steps. Unfortunately I dont have a garage to work on so only thing I can do is limited to cosmetics.
Hey Jason, thanks for the update. I get how cars aren't the main passion right now and that's why you're not posting. But I admire, and note, the respect you show the community you started with your transparency about where you're at. As a watcher of quite a few car TH-cam channels, it's quite rare and special.
So knowledgeable, love how he doesn't just get to the work and show the steps, but instead explains the part, it's use, how it wears, etc. Literally like a college class.
One thing needs to be said about this. THIS WAS EXCELLENT. I done this very thing 1 month ago. My Exhaust Camshaft Sensor went bad. When went to change it the Allen head bolt stripped out.. needless to say THE ONLY way I could change it was to take the valve cover off, and the VANOS completely off like in this video. While I was in there I rebuilt everything. BUT one thing I would recommend when you go to change your Camshaft Position Sensor go get a BOLT and replace it with the same Allen bolt you take out to get the sensor off. This way you have a bolt head to grab onto, instead of an allen head it will prevent a major headache in the future if your sensor ever fails and your allen head strips out like mine did. SOOOO I prepared myself for the future incase it ever failed again Ive got a regular 10mm bolt to take off now instead of the OEM Allen head bolt. Just my .02 cents.
8:55 you can use painters masking tape for that :) the ones that have folded foil/shield attached to the tape. Simply attach the band to the engine and stuff around it and then unfold the foil/shield over all the parts you want to have clean. You can throw a rag or multiple tissues onto that installation of yours so the unwanted oil won't run down the foil but rather stick to the fabric for easier removal of excessive oil :)
yeah... holy smokes! This is an amazing video! I'm getting ready to attack this on my E46 and I now have complete confidence. Very well done! You cut out the BS and got to business. Thank you, good sir!
I don't even have a BMW but I am watching this in earnest. Kid does a great job on showing how to do these kind of jobs. I got hooked on after he posted his first Odyssey video. I do get scared of my resolve to pick a used BMW when I see his plethora of BMW videos :-)
my check engine light is on, and came up as intake vanos over advanced, i noticed it also has a rattling sound, i have significant power loss at 2500-3k rpm and terrible gas mileage, im going to be following ur video step by step, and hopefully the rebuild will fix my issue, thanks for posting sir!
Thanks, Very nice video for the Vanos, as usual it's clear, good light, I don't understand all because I'm French but your videos have already helped me a lot. Thanks for what you do, it should help a lot of people because you do it well.
Iam this close to buying a e46, found a few video on youtube. This is my first video from your channel, but it wasa so good and fun to watch so i sub :D Thanks for the great video and channel! Best regards!
Can't believe this has been 4 years since you made this. I'm onto e90 now but you and I worked e46 together for years!!! I know the e46 inside and out (not M3), including bodywork, exhaust systems, suspension, drive, engine and some comfort electrics. However, the braking system, good as it may be when working perfectly, it is prone to occasional abs error despite maintenance. I say this as it is a potential dangerous system where the abs can activate and lock on a bend (different wheel speeds detected). Yes- resulting in a crash.
I have a 2000 323i with 85K, hopefully the major repairs like VANOS rebuild, CCV, and the oil gaskets on not in my near future. I like to watch all these videos, these cars are so fun to learn about.
Hey wanted to tell you how this video helped me I had a knock around 2500 rpm sounded like a rod knock but if I floored it the noise would go away I figured that I would replace this valve due to the post on noise from the vanos and look at the chain thinking it was somewhere in there I ordered a complete unit from ecstunning I installed it after watching you videos and now the noise is gone and the power is so much better thanks for the videos helps a lot
Hi 50skid, This is unrelated but I just had an experience that I think may be of interest to anyone who owns a 2001 330ci or any model similar that has fold-out seats which cannot be removed mechanically from inside the car . I recently locked my master key in the trunk of my car and because the master key is the only key that will get you into the trunk, you're kind of fucked because without it you can't use either of the two trunk release buttons without the key being in the ignition. A duplicate key (if you don't have the original) costs $175.00, the valet key is $50.00 and a locksmith is $150.00 If you don't feel like getting either of these keys or a locksmith, here is a solution you may want to consider. First (I repeat): you cannot get into the trunk (if you have the fold-out type seats) as you need to get into the trunk to operate the releases to the seats, so this is what you do: Remove the driver-side speaker and the plastic well piece so you have access to the trunk latch via the hole. The release latch is directly behind where that hole is (if you reach in you will feel a square-ish plastic box, that is the latch release. At the side nearest the trunk lid is where the lever is located and using a 5-6" screwdriver you feel around for the cavity where the lever is and push towards the back of the car. Voila! you're in and there's plenty of room to get in to find your key.
The outside sqare rings are Teflon and the orings are expanders to give pressure on the Teflon. similar to seals in a transmission for pistons and shaft seals
Hey man! Watching your videos everyday, to memorize the steps for any upcoming repairs. What inspired you to do make these videos? Keep up the good work!!
*If anybody is interested into all the correct torque specs on this DIY here is a list of them (it is german since my personal offline copy of the OEM TIS is in german but you can copy and paste the whole text into Google to translate it to whatever language you need):* NOTE 1: If your engine model is not listed then that specific line does not apply to you NOTE 2: torque and degree means you torque it first and then you continue turning/tightening but not by torque but by angle starting from where the torque ended NOTE 3: TIS mentions that you should fixate both wheels prior to removing the VANOS unit to eliminate the posibility of the camshaft to jump off the correct place. Two pins that you lock in place through a hole on each side once you turn your engine one or two times so that each of the 1st camshaft noses are looking towards themselves in a triangle shape way (meaning they both look above each other in a somewhat 40 degrees or bit lower angle). Automatic cars will have a second hole close looking similar to the one that is ment to be used so do not use that one for fixating. TIS also mentions to use a compressed air adapter to push out unwanted oil through a "service hole" and test compression (meaning if there is a leak) but you can skip that part. There is a special tool to fix both camshafts in position (part nr. 113240), you can get it in a local store but it should cost about 50-60 USD tops. If it costs above 100 USD look elsewhere. But you can also skip that part and hope nothing happens :) in most cases you are golden if you don't touch anything while the VANOS is off and it is the only thing you take off at that moment. Meaning the chains and other bolts holding the camshaft stay where they are and the VANOS seals are your only job at this time. 1AZ 4/2 Wege-Ventil/Magnetventil an VANOS-Gehäuse
Thanks for doing this vid. I'm about to do mine too. It's starting to make noise. I've noticed the lack of power on driving from a dead stop. It's been happening the last 8 weeks or so. The idle has been fluxuating too.
Thank you it's nice to have a video that is understanding from the same perspective as someone who knows vehicles but not familiar with German vehicles as I am far from familiar with them and could see myself Having the same experience with the vanos. However, the happy demeanor would be the same thing is the curse words out of my mouth at times would make my rebuild situation not user friendly nor appropriate for little ears in the background of potential viewers so better you instead of I making this video
I’m in college and I bought a 330i two years back and I had to do so many repairs, Just letting you know man without your diys I would be driving a Toyota right now. So, thank you
I drive a Toyota Highlander and resemble your remark. Wife drives the E46. I hate the low ride height and the low profile tires.
@@michaelprice3785 good for you
LOL
@@michaelprice3785 Seriously the pain of getting in and out of the car is making me reconsider lol
for real, i had a 99 camry and i’d have to have done about the same work on an e46 to get it in decent condition so i said screw it and sold the camry, bought my 46 and only because there’s diy tutorials like these on youtube
The knowledge is knowing how to do a thing and the art is making it look easy. You my friend have raised the BMW DIY video to an art form. As always thanks for the informative, well made video.
+Robert Laugherty thanks very much
Robert Laugherty
Robert Laugherty - Couldn't agree more mate :)
I’m college student and bought an 2004 e46 330xi from my uncle who had been neglecting it for around a year, and since I’m studying fro auto technician, with the tools and the help from my instructors that my school provides, and in huge part your videos I’ve saved thousands on repairs and now i know my car like the palm of my hand. Thank you man
Hey 50's kid, I did repair quite a lot in the past until like 6 years ago. Ever since I slowly just lost passion and interest and got tired of it, mainly by depression and shit. Just recently I slowly picked up again after starting watching most of your vids, binging them for hours and did most common M54 repairs on my E60. I can not wait until my parts arrive to overhaul my vanos unit. Your vids take the frustration out and are satisfying to watch. The camera angles are great and you provide them little details, so thank you for all these video's. I hope you will continue as you are one of the better sources to share knowledge.
Working on the car, using my head and hands is one of the most therapeutic distractions from the demons inside. Hope you're doing well. Love to hear how the car is going now.
Thanks for all of your DIY videos and advice! My 2001 330i with 230K miles appeared to be on its last legs. I looked up check engine light codes, fixed a couple of things, but still wasn't able to pass VA inspection. Took it to a reputable shop and they said I needed a new Vanos for $2500. With your videos, I was able to methodically work through the repair myself and passed inspection on Fri. My long-time friend will continue to be my favorite car to drive for hopefully many more years to come!
One of the best DIY videos I've seen for e46 work. I believe the T30 torx screws that hold the vanos pistons to the cam shaft are designed to "stretch" when torqued down, so it is not recommended to reuse them. That is why they come in most rebuild kits.
Yes, one snapped on me. Did you hand tighten them? I used my torque wrench set at 6 ft lbs but it must be off because it snapped one of them Waiting on two new ones.
50s kid is the goat of diy . I have learned so much from this dude . His videos have saved my gf & myself THOUSANDS in costly repair bills. Definitely just watching these videos has been a huge influence & confidence booster for me to just DIY!!
Thank u 50skid udaman!!!!🤟🤟
Just bought an e46 and honestly; your making a real difference. I'd never have been able to own one without your insightful videos
(y).. thanks man.
Fantastic video. Excellent lighting, great camera positions and clarity,
perfect audio. VANOS was a real scary grey area for me until I watched this segment. Keep up the good work.
I've just replaced the vanos seals on my e46 using your video. Thank you very much for taking the time to produce it. I also had to replace the valve cover gasket, as it was as brittle as toffee and just fell to pieces! You are the best! Thanks again "50's Kid" :)
Bless you for using an electric impact. I use mine even on hose clamps now. Once you become one with the trigger, you never go back.
Great video, it really helped out in preparing for the job. Just finished doing this on my 328Ci. I replaced the exhaust cam sensor first, then tested it before replacing the Vanos (replaced with an improved O-ring one). Actually I seemed to get more improved performance from just changing the sensor than the whole Vanos. Changing both is definitely something I would recommend if the car seems down on power. Anyway changing the Vanos cured rough idle, cured a power surge that used to occur around 3000 RPM, and improved the gas mileage. Well worth the 3-4 hours I spent in the garage!
Man, my kid and I just did this and other rebuild procedures on his 330xi with your help. We love to talk crap about your logo, but more than that, we really appreciate your vids. Thank you.
Jason, great videos as always. I just completed my Vanos rebuild (O-rings) as well as replacing the valve cover gasket while I was at it. It all went off without a hitch (for the most part)! I couldn't have done it without your help. I even finished the job by installing a Homelink garage door opener because of your video. Thanks a million, you've taught me so much about working on my E46! Always look forward to your new videos!
Is replacing the valve cover gasket required when doing this job?
Thanks for making these how to videos. These jobs can be done with minimal tools. Its the knowledge that you pay for when going to a dealership for repairs. You have taken these E46 videos to a new level. Awesome!!!!!!!! Subscribed ages a go. Thanks
I just got a 2001 530i and I plan to do this myself. Thanks for your instructions on how to do it. You're great man keep it up!
I have a 2005 e46 BMW 330xi. I am so happy I found this guy's channel. Makes life so much easier. Thank you 50's!
fantastic video as always! I've had a VANOS rebuild kit lying in a box for about 2 years (too scared to get stuck in) but I'm gonna have a go now I've got a comprehensive video to tackle it with. I don't think I've got any rattles yet so I'll probably just do the seals. Thanks, and keep up the great work.
No kidding. I’m so so happy. I’m literally in tears knowing I can’t pay someone, but I’m great at following instructions. Your videos keep food on the table for all of us.
I really appreciate these 330i videos
Struggling college student, I live with my parents but literally have no money. Feel like I don't deserve to drive a BMW everyday, and I wouldn't if it wasn't for detailed diy stuff. I can't even get the most simple of repairs done at a mechanic. Whenever I watch 50s kids videos I feel way better, because in the moment it doesn't look too bad, and I know I'll be able to keep my 330 running.
It's all worth it.
You're first person I came across on youtube who explains vanos briefly! I don't own this vehicle, but it's very interesting to see why they chose vanos design and how it operates and maintained.
I have just bought my first car and it's a E46 328Ci with 44000km. Have just known that this VANOS issue would be probably come after 10tkm. This video is so kind and it makes the repair looks like so easy to do. Thanks a lot.
I’m so thankful you make all these videos. I have a 05 330I I gave to my daughter used, got it back with 150k and now has everything wrong with it😳😳😳 these videos will get me through, thanks.
Thank you 50skid for all your videos. It is because of your videos that I was able to easily and smoothly service the VANOS, VCG, Water pump and thermostat on my E46. You da man! You've got a subscriber for life!
Great video! Thanks for sharing. It is the only VANOS information source that I have found so far, that actually instructs how to open the pistons up to replace the bearings inside.
There is definitely one other guy who has the same video. His video was actually making me hold off on making my own video for a long time because I felt I couldn't add anything to the topic, but I guess it's a matter of people just finding the videos to begin with on TH-cam at this point.
Man, this is so pleasant to watch, and the knowledge here... thanks for all the videos, great job :)
Thank you!
Just letting you know, you have a following way over in New Zealand - on a BMW forum, some people don't even own e46's but they still watch it for entertainment :)
That is awesome! Thanks so much
Bimmersport?
@@Funkyflykiwi you know it !
Excellent tutorial. Just rebuilt my double Vanos using Besian seals. Note: Be careful tightening the small fit bolt (reverse thread) as I snapped one of them. Had my torque wrench set to 6 ft lbs but it must be off. Waiting on two new bolts but I'll hand tighten as you've shown on the video. Other than that, every is going smoothly.
I love these "less refined" videos as it reflects what will happen when I do my car! Spend an hour yanking and prying to Google and find there is a bolt you missed...
I have been watching your videos for some time with such amazement how you zip through your description. You make everything look so easy...You are very talented and seem to have all the right answers for anything that might come up. Thanks for all your expertise and precise details that make you such a genius. Seeing all this makes me want to take my 330ci all apart just to keep up with you..
thanks very much!
Very nice video as usual. I would say that adding the engine sound before and after the job would be the cherry on top of the cake. Thanks!
..." it might be a little cold for me today so I might need to stretch it out"... we've all been there mate !!
I really like the calm voice of walking through all steps. Unfortunately I dont have a garage to work on so only thing I can do is limited to cosmetics.
Hey Jason, thanks for the update. I get how cars aren't the main passion right now and that's why you're not posting. But I admire, and note, the respect you show the community you started with your transparency about where you're at. As a watcher of quite a few car TH-cam channels, it's quite rare and special.
what a systematic and pedagogical way to explain step by step! Great video. Thanks
Your channel is becoming my informal education
This was such a thorough, well captured, and expertly commented video. Keep up the good work!
So knowledgeable, love how he doesn't just get to the work and show the steps, but instead explains the part, it's use, how it wears, etc. Literally like a college class.
Thank you for taking the time to make this job less daunting for the rest of us 👏
Did this job a while ago on my e46. But still enjoyed watching it. Thanks for the upload.
Just finished my VANOS rebuild. As always, your video was spot on and made the job quick and easy.
One thing needs to be said about this. THIS WAS EXCELLENT. I done this very thing 1 month ago. My Exhaust Camshaft Sensor went bad. When went to change it the Allen head bolt stripped out.. needless to say THE ONLY way I could change it was to take the valve cover off, and the VANOS completely off like in this video. While I was in there I rebuilt everything.
BUT one thing I would recommend when you go to change your Camshaft Position Sensor go get a BOLT and replace it with the same Allen bolt you take out to get the sensor off. This way you have a bolt head to grab onto, instead of an allen head it will prevent a major headache in the future if your sensor ever fails and your allen head strips out like mine did. SOOOO I prepared myself for the future incase it ever failed again Ive got a regular 10mm bolt to take off now instead of the OEM Allen head bolt. Just my .02 cents.
+Dave Lee Nice tip there, thanks!
By far the most thorough DIY vid for the double VANOS rebuild. Great Video!
Thanks, I honestly thought someone else had the exact same video but I made it anyway and damn glad I did because people are digging it.
You are a true gentleman. Thank you for making this video.
He wiped out half the universe. Gonna take a lot to rebuild.
Getting my E46 330 this Saturday, great videos. Feels like i will be able to do this with ease, watching your videos.
8:55 you can use painters masking tape for that :) the ones that have folded foil/shield attached to the tape. Simply attach the band to the engine and stuff around it and then unfold the foil/shield over all the parts you want to have clean. You can throw a rag or multiple tissues onto that installation of yours so the unwanted oil won't run down the foil but rather stick to the fabric for easier removal of excessive oil :)
yeah... holy smokes! This is an amazing video! I'm getting ready to attack this on my E46 and I now have complete confidence. Very well done! You cut out the BS and got to business. Thank you, good sir!
I don't even have a BMW but I am watching this in earnest. Kid does a great job on showing how to do these kind of jobs. I got hooked on after he posted his first Odyssey video. I do get scared of my resolve to pick a used BMW when I see his plethora of BMW videos :-)
+12vgs8606 Nice, I appreciate the loyalty!
my check engine light is on, and came up as intake vanos over advanced, i noticed it also has a rattling sound, i have significant power loss at 2500-3k rpm and terrible gas mileage, im going to be following ur video step by step, and hopefully the rebuild will fix my issue, thanks for posting sir!
Thanks, Very nice video for the Vanos, as usual it's clear, good light, I don't understand all because I'm French but your videos have already helped me a lot. Thanks for what you do, it should help a lot of people because you do it well.
Thanks to you I've already replaced almost half of my car myself :D Thank you! :)
I'm waiting on my order of the VANOS rebuild kit and the Camshaft sensors to overhaul. I greatly appreciate your videos.
Thanks for the calm and professional illustration. Always interesting to watch your videos!
A real professor illustration. I enjoy your DIYs
Hey man just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to show us how to fix the e46 I for one have saved a ton of money thanks again
thanks!
Iam this close to buying a e46, found a few video on youtube. This is my first video from your channel, but it wasa so good and fun to watch so i sub :D
Thanks for the great video and channel!
Best regards!
Can't believe this has been 4 years since you made this. I'm onto e90 now but you and I worked e46 together for years!!! I know the e46 inside and out (not M3), including bodywork, exhaust systems, suspension, drive, engine and some comfort electrics. However, the braking system, good as it may be when working perfectly, it is prone to occasional abs error despite maintenance. I say this as it is a potential dangerous system where the abs can activate and lock on a bend (different wheel speeds detected). Yes- resulting in a crash.
Thank you for this VERY helpful video! I was having a helluva a time getting my VANOS removed.
I have a 2000 323i with 85K, hopefully the major repairs like VANOS rebuild, CCV, and the oil gaskets on not in my near future. I like to watch all these videos, these cars are so fun to learn about.
Excellent video. Great addition to the DIY's available for the BMW society.
Hey wanted to tell you how this video helped me I had a knock around 2500 rpm sounded like a rod knock but if I floored it the noise would go away I figured that I would replace this valve due to the post on noise from the vanos and look at the chain thinking it was somewhere in there I ordered a complete unit from ecstunning I installed it after watching you videos and now the noise is gone and the power is so much better thanks for the videos helps a lot
Hi 50skid, This is unrelated but I just had an experience that I think may be of interest to anyone who owns a 2001 330ci or any model similar that has fold-out seats which cannot be removed mechanically from inside the car . I recently locked my master key in the trunk of my car and because the master key is the only key that will get you into the trunk, you're kind of fucked because without it you can't use either of the two trunk release buttons without the key being in the ignition. A duplicate key (if you don't have the original) costs $175.00, the valet key is $50.00 and a locksmith is $150.00 If you don't feel like getting either of these keys or a locksmith, here is a solution you may want to consider. First (I repeat): you cannot get into the trunk (if you have the fold-out type seats) as you need to get into the trunk to operate the releases to the seats, so this is what you do: Remove the driver-side speaker and the plastic well piece so you have access to the trunk latch via the hole. The release latch is directly behind where that hole is (if you reach in you will feel a square-ish plastic box, that is the latch release. At the side nearest the trunk lid is where the lever is located and using a 5-6" screwdriver you feel around for the cavity where the lever is and push towards the back of the car. Voila! you're in and there's plenty of room to get in to find your key.
Very grateful for this video. Good job, 50sKid!!!
Had trouble finding the right parts, thanks so much for these links!!
The outside sqare rings are Teflon and the orings are expanders to give pressure on the Teflon. similar to seals in a transmission for pistons and shaft seals
Thanks for video, just succesfuly finished this job on E39.
You are a gifted teacher.
thanks 50’s kid. this helped a lot
Thanks for this vid - did mine today and it was a breeze with your help.
BMW Engineer: I’ve developed an incredibly simple, durable, efficient, and easy to service engine management system. BMW: You’re fired.
Love your walk through of your repair. So many others leave me guessing .
Thank you! with your videos my 325i is running great. Hope you are doing well
Дружище спасибо за подробный обзор. Thanks mate for the detailed review.
Hey man!
Watching your videos everyday, to memorize the steps for any upcoming repairs.
What inspired you to do make these videos?
Keep up the good work!!
I keep watching your videos even though I own E38, but I enjoy your informative video.
Great stuff! always have thorough and easy to understand videos that are good quality which makes things so much easier to understand, thankyou!!
Great video man. I'll be doing this next month. I appreciate you posting the links for gear in your summary info.
+Peaceful Weapon You read the description! I can't believe it, lol.
Man, you rock. Ty for taking the time to explain all this.
*If anybody is interested into all the correct torque specs on this DIY here is a list of them (it is german since my personal offline copy of the OEM TIS is in german but you can copy and paste the whole text into Google to translate it to whatever language you need):*
NOTE 1: If your engine model is not listed then that specific line does not apply to you
NOTE 2: torque and degree means you torque it first and then you continue turning/tightening but not by torque but by angle starting from where the torque ended
NOTE 3: TIS mentions that you should fixate both wheels prior to removing the VANOS unit to eliminate the posibility of the camshaft to jump off the correct place. Two pins that you lock in place through a hole on each side once you turn your engine one or two times so that each of the 1st camshaft noses are looking towards themselves in a triangle shape way (meaning they both look above each other in a somewhat 40 degrees or bit lower angle). Automatic cars will have a second hole close looking similar to the one that is ment to be used so do not use that one for fixating. TIS also mentions to use a compressed air adapter to push out unwanted oil through a "service hole" and test compression (meaning if there is a leak) but you can skip that part. There is a special tool to fix both camshafts in position (part nr. 113240), you can get it in a local store but it should cost about 50-60 USD tops. If it costs above 100 USD look elsewhere. But you can also skip that part and hope nothing happens :) in most cases you are golden if you don't touch anything while the VANOS is off and it is the only thing you take off at that moment. Meaning the chains and other bolts holding the camshaft stay where they are and the VANOS seals are your only job at this time.
1AZ 4/2 Wege-Ventil/Magnetventil an VANOS-Gehäuse
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS 30 Nm
2AZ Hohlschraube an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS M14 x 1,5 32 Nm
3AZ Verschlussschraube an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS M22 x 1,5 50 Nm
4AZ Linksgewinde:
Passschraube für Hydraulikkolben an Zahnwelle
M52TU / M54 / M56 M6 10 Nm
5AZ Hydraulik-Leitung für VANOS an Ölfilter-Aggregateträger
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS 32 Nm
6AZ Bundmutter an Zahnwelle
S50 M6 9 Nm
7AZ Deckel an VANOS-Verstelleinheit (Hydraulikkolben-Einlassseite)
S50 M5 5 Nm
8AZ Filterschraube an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S50 M10x1 12 Nm
9AZ Druckleitung an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S62 / S54 M10 x 1 13 Nm
Druckleitung an Druckspeicher und VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S50 M12 x 1 20 Nm
10AZ Deckel für Magnetventil an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S50 / B30 M5 8.8 6 Nm
S50 / B32 M5 10.9 8 Nm
S62 M7 10.9 19 Nm
11AZ Deckel an VANOS-Verstelleinheit (Auslassseite)
S54 / S50 / B32 M6 10.9 13 Nm
12AZ Magnetventil an Verteilerstück
M62 / VANOS M27x1,5 25 Nm
13AZ Linksgewinde:
Auslasskettenrad an Auslassnockenwelle
M62 / VANOS M12x1,5 125 Nm
14AZ Linksgewinde:
VANOS-Verstelleinheit an Einlassnockenwelle
M62 / VANOS M12x1,5 110 Nm
15AZ Linksgewinde:
Mutter der Geberradverschraubung
M62 / VANOS M18x1,5 40 Nm
16AZ Verstelleinheit an Auslass- oder Einlassnockenwelle
N40 / N42 / N45 / N46 M10x1 Schrauben erneuern
Fügemoment (means simply torque + 90 degrees turn)
20 Nm
Drehwinkel
90 °
Drehwinkel
90 °
N62 / N62TU / N73 M10x1 Schrauben erneuern
Drehmoment
80 Nm
17AZ Rückschlagventil
N62 / N62TU / N73 M14x1,5 20 Nm
1AZ 4/2 Wege-Ventil/Magnetventil an VANOS-Gehäuse
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS 30 Nm
2AZ Hohlschraube an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS M14 x 1,5 32 Nm
3AZ Verschlussschraube an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS M22 x 1,5 50 Nm
4AZ Linksgewinde:
Passschraube für Hydraulikkolben an Zahnwelle
M52TU / M54 / M56 M6 10 Nm
5AZ Hydraulik-Leitung für VANOS an Ölfilter-Aggregateträger
M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56 / S52 / S50US / M50 / VANOS 32 Nm
6AZ Bundmutter an Zahnwelle
S50 M6 9 Nm
7AZ Deckel an VANOS-Verstelleinheit (Hydraulikkolben-Einlassseite)
S50 M5 5 Nm
8AZ Filterschraube an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S50 M10x1 12 Nm
9AZ Druckleitung an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S62 / S54 M10 x 1 13 Nm
Druckleitung an Druckspeicher und VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S50 M12 x 1 20 Nm
10AZ Deckel für Magnetventil an VANOS-Verstelleinheit
S50 / B30 M5 8.8 6 Nm
S50 / B32 M5 10.9 8 Nm
S62 M7 10.9 19 Nm
11AZ Deckel an VANOS-Verstelleinheit (Auslassseite)
S54 / S50 / B32 M6 10.9 13 Nm
12AZ Magnetventil an Verteilerstück
M62 / VANOS M27x1,5 25 Nm
13AZ Linksgewinde:
Auslasskettenrad an Auslassnockenwelle
M62 / VANOS M12x1,5 125 Nm
14AZ Linksgewinde:
VANOS-Verstelleinheit an Einlassnockenwelle
M62 / VANOS M12x1,5 110 Nm
15AZ Linksgewinde: Mutter der Geberradverschraubung
M62 / VANOS M18x1,5 40 Nm
16AZ Verstelleinheit an Auslass- oder Einlassnockenwelle
N40 / N42 / N45 / N46 M10x1 Schrauben erneuern
Fügemoment
20 Nm
Drehwinkel
90 °
Drehwinkel
90 °
N62 / N62TU / N73 M10x1 Schrauben erneuern
Drehmoment
80 Nm
17AZ Rückschlagventil
N62 / N62TU / N73 M14x1,5 20 Nm
Done :)
Wow! Thanks!!!
I have to tell u TNKS FOR TAKE YOUR TIME AND DO THIS VIDEOS FOR US....TNKS A LOT
Going to do this in a couple of weeks.great video as usual . Many thanks.
Thanks for doing this vid. I'm about to do mine too. It's starting to make noise. I've noticed the lack of power on driving from a dead stop. It's been happening the last 8 weeks or so. The idle has been fluxuating too.
Thanks for the awesome Video, I placed the order for the Dual Vanos Kit and will get it doe next weekend
Gonna start saving for an e46 ur video made it look fun to work on this car
Per usual, another great video!
Just picked up my second e46 so this repair will be in the near future!!
Great video, thanks for posting it.
These are perfect tutorials, never stop making them man!
Thank you very much!
I have watched most of your videos since I subscribed your channel last week!
If I'm just removing the Vanos to dig deeper (valve stem seals) do I need to/should I just go ahead and replace all the rubber in the Vanos?
This was very helpfull, repaird my vanos whit help from this video👍🏻
This was a good video, while I am not as heavy on BMW knowledge as the poster is. It still made me that I could easily accomplish this myself.
I love your videos man, you make everything look so easy. Thank you for sharing.
your valve cover gasket video got me subscribed
Great video. I feel ready to tackle this job
Thank you it's nice to have a video that is understanding from the same perspective as someone who knows vehicles but not familiar with German vehicles as I am far from familiar with them and could see myself Having the same experience with the vanos. However, the happy demeanor would be the same thing is the curse words out of my mouth at times would make my rebuild situation not user friendly nor appropriate for little ears in the background of potential viewers so better you instead of I making this video
23:33 the direction/side facing up entirely matters. That washer sandwiches the inner race of the bearings keeping them from rattling 🙃😒
you should have quadruple the views/subscribers.... your videos are really really good.
y not link to air scoop removal vid
hello 50.....do you have to set the engine to tdc.....? thanks
Thank’s 50kids, all your BMW videos are very helpfull