What a great video. The fact that you would take the time to use a mirror to get the shot is amazing. I made several automotive repair videos, they are all horrible. Not only do I do stuff incorrectly, but I also go off on profanity-laced tirades when I drop a bolt. Anyway, it is refreshing to see a well-made how-to video. Cheers.
The black and white one way valve on the vacuum lines is the opposite way round to mine. Thanks for the vid, I can change my squashy breather pipe now.
I know! Isn’t it weird?!! That has always confused me! Every other M43 I’ve seen has it the other way so one day I did turn it around and it was definitely wrong for my car. It sounded like it had a racing exhaust and when I decelerated, it would whine loudly. I put it back the way it was but it still confuses me! I’m wondering is it something to do with the transmission? Mine is a manual. I can’t see any other differences 🤷♀️
@@TheCowgirlNiamh mine is also manual, I did blow through it earlier to see which way the air travelled but can’t remember ! Maybe they are different ones around.
@@S.Andras no I’ve checked it and it’s correct for the M43’s in Ireland. I even swapped it around myself and it made all kinds of weird noises and whistles so it’s definitely installed correctly for my car. I’ve just no idea why it’s different in other countries? I’ve only seen it this way in Ireland and possibly Australia I think? 🤷🏼♀️
Hello there and thank you for the video. I too, undertook the action of replacing my vent and cleaning my valve cover while the mechanic fixes my hydraulic lifters... But now... the hairy part I managed to create... I could use or anybody's help here... I decided to clean the inner part of the valve cover thoroughly as it's never been cleaned in my opinion. But unfortunately I destroyed the two gaskets which sit on the sides of the plate where the oil gases travel to the hose to exit the valve-train... Could you please give me an idea where I should get new gaskets from as they do not have OE number and are not sold here in my country... I am now looking for cars which are sold in parts but the owners are only willing to sell a whole valve cover to me... Any ideas are much appreciated :) I am talking about the gasket on 4:41 of the video as there is another gasket on the other side, once you take the plate off the valve cover. I destroyed them with oil diluent while cleaning them. Cheers and best of regards!
Unfortunately I don’t know if it can be bought separately? Parts of mine did fall apart probably due to age but I didn’t worry about it as the gasses will still vent out to where they are supposed to go. It’s not like an external gasket which would leak out somewhere else.
@@TheCowgirlNiamh Hey hey, thank you. Your "outer" one looks intact though... I am now going to search for a whole valve cover from a scrap dealer as nobody wants to sell only the plate or gaskets for now from private offers... :D :D I'll keep in touch if you are interested...
Good luck with it! I’ve done those upper gaskets. I recorded it too but I’m embarrassed to say I haven’t edited and uploaded 🤦🏼♀️ Life is busy. Just make sure you use the correct gasket sealer and don’t be an idiot like me and pick up and use the wrong tube 🤣🤣🤣. I had to do the job again when it started to leak. Stupid mistake and wasn’t paying attention 🙄
Hope somone can help : Is there any case a faulty hose you replace in the beggining of the video or the valve at the end of it causing rpms staying high when the clutch is pressed ? Thanks for the nice video !
it has been 2 years, and this video really helpful, try to change flange with both vacuum vent and coolant hose later on. waiting for delivery. thanks for the video, similar engine with e46, m43 1999
It was more preventive maintenance. I like to do these things when they're due so I don't run into more problems 😂 She still runs as good as when we got her new so it definitely helps 😉
Such a great video :) I just have one question. It seems i'll need to undertake it as well and if I want to replace the hoses, they come only in pair. The problem is in the lower hose (NOT the rocket cover -> PCV) seems delivering coolant according to the OEM pictures? Is it true therefore i have to drain the coolant before? Thank you very much for the answer.
Hi there, they do come in a pair but they are banded together and can be separated if you only need to replace one or the other. There is no need to drain the cooling system. Just put a pan under to catch any coolant and make sure you bleed the system after 👍 Best of luck ☺️
Can i change coolant hose too without removing coolant flange? I have watched your video about changing flange and other part of hose but my flange is ok and i am not that skiled to changed flange too. Thanks for the video!
Sorry, I haven’t been getting notified of comments! Yes you can change the hose without the flange no problem! On the E36 it’s a normal hose, on the E46 it’s a quick connect hose 👍 You don’t need a lot of skill to change the flange if it does leak do don’t worry 😉 It’s just a pain in the arse to get to! 🤣
@@TheCowgirlNiamh The CCV and CCV hose is changed. Didn't change coolant hose, because doesnt leak and look good. One mechanic wanted to take of intake manifold to do it :) Tnx to you i knew that he doesn't know what to do or just want to take much more money. Eventually my mechanic call me, he is busy that's why i wanted to do it myself and i don't trust other mechanics, but he found a time for me. I shoved him your video and we change CCV and hose quickly. Good video, there is not a lot good quality videos for M43 engine, please keep posting. Thank you!
Hi there, it's not difficult, it's just really tight back there. It's the connector that's the fiddly bit and I would do it while you're there if it hasn't been done recently. Very common leak but it's hard to spot because it's hidden. This is the video for it ... m.th-cam.com/video/R2_Od3vsq0s/w-d-xo.html Hope it helps xx
The wide hose is for the breather hose and the narrow one is for the coolant. It goes from the connector at the back of the block to just under the intake manifold 👍
Is it possible that i have only one hose connected to the valve? I have a 1994 e36 318i... I checked my engine bay and i see only one hose going from the vent to the cranckshaft cover but nothing to the back of the engine (only one going to the side from under the vent)
Yes that’s normal 👍 The other hose is for the cooling system. They are separate hoses bound by that rubber cover for neatness. Check the cooling connector behind the engine where the other hose goes, if it’s not leaking then you can separate the two hoses and just do the crankcase. It’s very common to have a sneaky leak behind there and I did so I just did the whole lot to be done with it 👍☺️
@@TheCowgirlNiamh Cheers Niamh superstar, I appreciate it, I was looking for it for ages. lol Brilliant video.I have an E46 316i M43b19 engine with a slight idle problem on start up only ,as if it is drawing in air ,,then it suddenly disappears after about three to four minutes..
No problem! Yes sounds like a possible vacuum leak. Best thing would be to smoke test it because it could be just a gasket which you’d never find on a visual. No harm doing a visual anyway because you might get lucky! 😉☺️
Hi! I need to replace my Crankcase vent breather hose as it's perished and leaking oil. Will I also need to remove the valve cover (and replace the gaskets)?
No, not at all 👍 Just replace the hose that you need. It will come attatched to the coolant hose but they can be separated if your coolant hose is not leaking. I was just showing the whole job because it can cause high emissions but not everyone has to worry about that 😉
have you got a rattling problem from the disa valve? I'm thinking of getting a repair kit because the replacement is way too expensive. what should be my best approach
Hi there, yes I did have a rattling a couple of years ago. At the time I couldn’t find a repair kit for that style of disa so I got a new one. There are repair kits for them now though which should solve your problem. New disa valves are a ridiculous price now so if I were you, I’d go with the repair kit 👍 It’s usually just the seal that rips and lets air through which causes the rattle.
@@siddharthnandi8567 great to hear! I didn’t notice any difference because I mostly city drive and the disa only kicks in close to about 4K revs I think? Joining the motorway one day I felt it kick in and it made me giggle 🤣 Not quite a turbo boost but it was fun 🤗🤣🤣
I don't have one yet unfortunately as I did mine in the lashing rain last winter. I was planning on doing a video soon but if it's urgent I can give you some tips as to what to remove? It's a very easy job. 20 minutes maybe?
Thank you! It’s the M43 1.9 litre. It has approximately 141,000 miles. No problems yet… famous last words 🙈🤣🤣 I keep it serviced well and change the oil regularly so hopefully it has a lot of life still left in it. We’ve had it since new and has been a very trustworthy car which is why we never let her go ❤️
@@TheCowgirlNiamh wow that’s the very same miles as mine! I’m on 140,470 miles. First owner had it for 7 years and sold it back to bmw and the guy before me had it for 11 years, mine now forever. Tell me what other stuff have you done to it?
It’s pretty much all stock. That’s how I like it 🤣 I upgraded the head unit to the pumpkin so I could connect my iPhone and iPod and have satnav and reverse camera. Upgraded the tail lights and did Angel eyes. Nothing that stands out because I like it how it is. Have you done much to yours?
@@TheCowgirlNiamh ah I see. Just put in some mint black m sport seats, a mint m sport steering wheel. And it was an auto but I converted it to a manual using parts from another 318, so it’s kind of stock and a new suspension rebuild using oem parts, and yeah a full coolant system rebuild again only using oem parts. How often do you do oil changes? And what oil leaks have you had?
@@kouroshtashvishi5031 nice! I change the oil every 6 months no matter what mileage. I haven’t had many leaks, just the valve cover and the front timing case. I did the upper. I recorded it but haven’t edited it yet 🙄🤣 I’ve loads to edit but I’m just swamped. Still trying to catch up after all the lockdowns and having to homeschool. Never want to go back to that!!! 🤣🤣🤣
Hi, I'm struggling to reach the allen bolts on the vent valve of my m44 318ti. What is that thick pipe directly above the CCV valve? Is it safe to detach it so I can get better access?
I'm not 100% sure about the M44 but I think it's for vacuum or vapour? If you're struggling then remove it if it helps but put a rag under it just in case 😉
What a great video. The fact that you would take the time to use a mirror to get the shot is amazing. I made several automotive repair videos, they are all horrible. Not only do I do stuff incorrectly, but I also go off on profanity-laced tirades when I drop a bolt. Anyway, it is refreshing to see a well-made how-to video. Cheers.
Thank you Joe, I appreciate that! I drop bolts too, believe me 😂 I didn't know you made automotive videos lol I must go see 😉
These videos are wayyyyyyy better than Leon's. Plus I feel all thug now with the music.
Lol Eric I can see you rapping while you work 😂😂
Brilliant video quickly sorted my e46 misfire and rough idle,thanks for posting.👍👍
The black and white one way valve on the vacuum lines is the opposite way round to mine. Thanks for the vid, I can change my squashy breather pipe now.
I know! Isn’t it weird?!! That has always confused me! Every other M43 I’ve seen has it the other way so one day I did turn it around and it was definitely wrong for my car. It sounded like it had a racing exhaust and when I decelerated, it would whine loudly. I put it back the way it was but it still confuses me! I’m wondering is it something to do with the transmission? Mine is a manual. I can’t see any other differences 🤷♀️
@@TheCowgirlNiamh mine is also manual, I did blow through it earlier to see which way the air travelled but can’t remember ! Maybe they are different ones around.
@@karennadin5821 there’s obviously a reason but I haven’t figured it out. One of these days I’ll sit down and research it more 🤣
@@S.Andras I know but I don’t know why it’s different on other M43’s? I looked at other ones in the junk yard and it’s the way they are here 🤷🏼♀️
@@S.Andras no I’ve checked it and it’s correct for the M43’s in Ireland. I even swapped it around myself and it made all kinds of weird noises and whistles so it’s definitely installed correctly for my car. I’ve just no idea why it’s different in other countries? I’ve only seen it this way in Ireland and possibly Australia I think? 🤷🏼♀️
Amazing repair :) Thanks for sharing. Good luck!
Thank you! :)
Hello there and thank you for the video. I too, undertook the action of replacing my vent and cleaning my valve cover while the mechanic fixes my hydraulic lifters... But now... the hairy part I managed to create... I could use or anybody's help here... I decided to clean the inner part of the valve cover thoroughly as it's never been cleaned in my opinion. But unfortunately I destroyed the two gaskets which sit on the sides of the plate where the oil gases travel to the hose to exit the valve-train... Could you please give me an idea where I should get new gaskets from as they do not have OE number and are not sold here in my country... I am now looking for cars which are sold in parts but the owners are only willing to sell a whole valve cover to me... Any ideas are much appreciated :) I am talking about the gasket on 4:41 of the video as there is another gasket on the other side, once you take the plate off the valve cover. I destroyed them with oil diluent while cleaning them. Cheers and best of regards!
Unfortunately I don’t know if it can be bought separately? Parts of mine did fall apart probably due to age but I didn’t worry about it as the gasses will still vent out to where they are supposed to go. It’s not like an external gasket which would leak out somewhere else.
@@TheCowgirlNiamh Hey hey, thank you. Your "outer" one looks intact though... I am now going to search for a whole valve cover from a scrap dealer as nobody wants to sell only the plate or gaskets for now from private offers... :D :D I'll keep in touch if you are interested...
@@gogogo194831 yes keep me updated 👍🤗
Going to do this today, and the breather hose ccv again, and the upper timechain cover gaskets.
Good luck with it! I’ve done those upper gaskets. I recorded it too but I’m embarrassed to say I haven’t edited and uploaded 🤦🏼♀️ Life is busy. Just make sure you use the correct gasket sealer and don’t be an idiot like me and pick up and use the wrong tube 🤣🤣🤣. I had to do the job again when it started to leak. Stupid mistake and wasn’t paying attention 🙄
@@TheCowgirlNiamh thanks, i use LiqueMoly dichtmasse, (- 60 °C tot + 200 °C)
Hope somone can help : Is there any case a faulty hose you replace in the beggining of the video or the valve at the end of it causing rpms staying high when the clutch is pressed ?
Thanks for the nice video !
I wouldn’t think so? Have you scanned for codes?
@@TheCowgirlNiamh My car is an E36 with the same engine. Unfortunately no codes appeared in the last scan.
That's a clean engine... even cleaner now! =)
Clean and happy :) Lots of miles to do during the holidays!
Thomas EXOVCDS Hey Thomas. She has more electric tools than u do. I’m sure she has the Milwaukee 3/8 ratchet u want
She even has a stylish ring and bracelet on too!
I don't I'm afraid. I just have cheap and cheerful tools but they get the job done. Milwaukee really need to sponsor Thomas!
Bill Rimmer I need to work on producing quality videos, over quantity!
it has been 2 years, and this video really helpful, try to change flange with both vacuum vent and coolant hose later on. waiting for delivery.
thanks for the video, similar engine with e46, m43 1999
Koki Sakti you’re welcome! Glad to help 👍❤️
Hello Niamh. So! You do car repairs. And definetely cleaning! :-)) Funky choice of music to go with the cleaning sounds :-)) Cheers, Sunshine
Haha yes I find it relaxing. It's either wrench on cars or drink 😂
Hi thanks for sharing. Did the car behaviour better after this change?
It was more preventive maintenance. I like to do these things when they're due so I don't run into more problems 😂 She still runs as good as when we got her new so it definitely helps 😉
Such a great video :) I just have one question. It seems i'll need to undertake it as well and if I want to replace the hoses, they come only in pair. The problem is in the lower hose (NOT the rocket cover -> PCV) seems delivering coolant according to the OEM pictures? Is it true therefore i have to drain the coolant before? Thank you very much for the answer.
Hi there, they do come in a pair but they are banded together and can be separated if you only need to replace one or the other. There is no need to drain the cooling system. Just put a pan under to catch any coolant and make sure you bleed the system after 👍 Best of luck ☺️
Can i change coolant hose too without removing coolant flange? I have watched your video about changing flange and other part of hose but my flange is ok and i am not that skiled to changed flange too. Thanks for the video!
Sorry, I haven’t been getting notified of comments! Yes you can change the hose without the flange no problem! On the E36 it’s a normal hose, on the E46 it’s a quick connect hose 👍 You don’t need a lot of skill to change the flange if it does leak do don’t worry 😉 It’s just a pain in the arse to get to! 🤣
@@TheCowgirlNiamh The CCV and CCV hose is changed. Didn't change coolant hose, because doesnt leak and look good. One mechanic wanted to take of intake manifold to do it :) Tnx to you i knew that he doesn't know what to do or just want to take much more money. Eventually my mechanic call me, he is busy that's why i wanted to do it myself and i don't trust other mechanics, but he found a time for me. I shoved him your video and we change CCV and hose quickly. Good video, there is not a lot good quality videos for M43 engine, please keep posting. Thank you!
Milan Mitrovic thank you! Glad to help 😉
I really need to know if it is hard to replace the second hose that is connected to the cooling system and some guidance on what should be done
Hi there, it's not difficult, it's just really tight back there. It's the connector that's the fiddly bit and I would do it while you're there if it hasn't been done recently. Very common leak but it's hard to spot because it's hidden. This is the video for it ... m.th-cam.com/video/R2_Od3vsq0s/w-d-xo.html Hope it helps xx
Where does the 2nd smaller hose go?
The wide hose is for the breather hose and the narrow one is for the coolant. It goes from the connector at the back of the block to just under the intake manifold 👍
Hey! We wear the same jacket when working on cars!
Oh, so wear women's clothing working on cars? It's all coming out now Bruce .... 😂😂😂
And a gold bracelet, don't forget the bracelet!
Of course! If you're in the market for a nice bra, I'm sure Steve will help you out with a good fitting one 👍😂
Hahahahaha!
Super vraiment ❤
What did u use to clean with ? Thx
Brake parts cleaner 👍☺️
Another great repair Niamh and like your choice off music
Thank you Mark :)
Is it possible that i have only one hose connected to the valve? I have a 1994 e36 318i...
I checked my engine bay and i see only one hose going from the vent to the cranckshaft cover but nothing to the back of the engine (only one going to the side from under the vent)
Yes that’s normal 👍 The other hose is for the cooling system. They are separate hoses bound by that rubber cover for neatness. Check the cooling connector behind the engine where the other hose goes, if it’s not leaking then you can separate the two hoses and just do the crankcase. It’s very common to have a sneaky leak behind there and I did so I just did the whole lot to be done with it 👍☺️
Great video Niamh what is that under water song,its dynamite?
Thank you! Yes, beautiful song! The details are in the description and this is a link to the song .... th-cam.com/video/2xYeNPTmTe8/w-d-xo.html 👍☺️
@@TheCowgirlNiamh Cheers Niamh superstar, I appreciate it, I was looking for it for ages. lol
Brilliant video.I have an E46 316i M43b19 engine with a slight idle problem on start up only ,as if it is drawing in air ,,then it suddenly disappears after about three to four minutes..
No problem! Yes sounds like a possible vacuum leak. Best thing would be to smoke test it because it could be just a gasket which you’d never find on a visual. No harm doing a visual anyway because you might get lucky! 😉☺️
Thanks, makes it a lot clearer to do on my bmw
You’re welcome! Good luck 🤞
Hi! I need to replace my Crankcase vent breather hose as it's perished and leaking oil. Will I also need to remove the valve cover (and replace the gaskets)?
No, not at all 👍 Just replace the hose that you need. It will come attatched to the coolant hose but they can be separated if your coolant hose is not leaking. I was just showing the whole job because it can cause high emissions but not everyone has to worry about that 😉
Thx dude! i was about to remove like half of the air intake...
You're welcome! Glad it helped :)
Sorry, but what does that lid have to do with ventilation?
@@gt8206 the air vents through it into the CCV 👍
@@TheCowgirlNiamh you have stock ecu?
@@gt8206 yes it’s all stock.
@@TheCowgirlNiamh I remapped it, if you want to try my map I'll gladly send it to you :)
@@gt8206 I appreciate that but it’s a mom taxi so I like it stock and less complicated 😂
have you got a rattling problem from the disa valve? I'm thinking of getting a repair kit because the replacement is way too expensive. what should be my best approach
Hi there, yes I did have a rattling a couple of years ago. At the time I couldn’t find a repair kit for that style of disa so I got a new one. There are repair kits for them now though which should solve your problem. New disa valves are a ridiculous price now so if I were you, I’d go with the repair kit 👍 It’s usually just the seal that rips and lets air through which causes the rattle.
@@TheCowgirlNiamh thanks alot, ordered the rebuilt disa for 70% off hopefully that solves my problem
@@siddharthnandi8567 great to hear! I didn’t notice any difference because I mostly city drive and the disa only kicks in close to about 4K revs I think? Joining the motorway one day I felt it kick in and it made me giggle 🤣 Not quite a turbo boost but it was fun 🤗🤣🤣
@@TheCowgirlNiamh that's the dopamine rush of being on a budget 🤣 even with 300k kms on this car it still handles like a beauty on hilly drives
@@siddharthnandi8567 haha YES!! 🤣🤣🤣 I’ve had this E46 from new and I just can’t let it go! They handle so beautifully 🥰
Hi, do you have any video about fixed DISA to motor E46 M43/TU ?
I don't have one yet unfortunately as I did mine in the lashing rain last winter. I was planning on doing a video soon but if it's urgent I can give you some tips as to what to remove? It's a very easy job. 20 minutes maybe?
Well done. Extremely good video. Tel me about your engine, what’s the mileage? Has it had any problems? Thanks again.
Thank you! It’s the M43 1.9 litre. It has approximately 141,000 miles. No problems yet… famous last words 🙈🤣🤣 I keep it serviced well and change the oil regularly so hopefully it has a lot of life still left in it. We’ve had it since new and has been a very trustworthy car which is why we never let her go ❤️
@@TheCowgirlNiamh wow that’s the very same miles as mine! I’m on 140,470 miles. First owner had it for 7 years and sold it back to bmw and the guy before me had it for 11 years, mine now forever. Tell me what other stuff have you done to it?
It’s pretty much all stock. That’s how I like it 🤣 I upgraded the head unit to the pumpkin so I could connect my iPhone and iPod and have satnav and reverse camera. Upgraded the tail lights and did Angel eyes. Nothing that stands out because I like it how it is. Have you done much to yours?
@@TheCowgirlNiamh ah I see. Just put in some mint black m sport seats, a mint m sport steering wheel. And it was an auto but I converted it to a manual using parts from another 318, so it’s kind of stock and a new suspension rebuild using oem parts, and yeah a full coolant system rebuild again only using oem parts. How often do you do oil changes? And what oil leaks have you had?
@@kouroshtashvishi5031 nice! I change the oil every 6 months no matter what mileage. I haven’t had many leaks, just the valve cover and the front timing case. I did the upper. I recorded it but haven’t edited it yet 🙄🤣 I’ve loads to edit but I’m just swamped. Still trying to catch up after all the lockdowns and having to homeschool. Never want to go back to that!!! 🤣🤣🤣
oh noooooo, I also dropped that little screw 😱
It’s a distant memory but there has been lots of screws dropped since 👍😂😂
Hi, I'm struggling to reach the allen bolts on the vent valve of my m44 318ti. What is that thick pipe directly above the CCV valve? Is it safe to detach it so I can get better access?
I'm not 100% sure about the M44 but I think it's for vacuum or vapour? If you're struggling then remove it if it helps but put a rag under it just in case 😉
@@TheCowgirlNiamh thank you, I'll see if I dare over Christmas 😄
I dare you! 👍😂
Nice video
Thank you! 👍☺️
Great video. I could replace a breather hose on my e36 cabrio with this video. from S,Korea.
downhill100km yes it should be very similar if you have the m43 engine 👍☺️
Nice👍
Thank you! ❤️
@@TheCowgirlNiamh my problem was ccv
What where your symptons, I have error 171 in INPA and I am suspecting the PCV. (Sometimes rough idle when warm)
Hi there, I didn't have any symptoms but I had to do the hose due to a coolant leak so I did the whole job while I was in there.
Niamh Healy alright I am about to do all the stuff aswel while I am there, anyway thank you for your reply!
I had p0170
Oil cap was stuck when car was running
Changing the CCV solved the problem
Niamh I’m dropping my car off at yours for the weekend just have a good look at it for me
Fix what’s broken I’ll sort you out
No problem 😉🤣
Apt choice of music Niamh. Let it breathe!
You can feel it too! Cruising down the motorway you can hear her whisper "thank you" 😂
It’s hard to film while doing work
Lol yes, I tend to forget about the camera sometimes 😂
Fuck I just gave $150 for this to replace
Ouch! Next time 😉 For the most part, it's a pretty easy engine to work on.
1st boom
Jesus you gave me a fright! ;)
Leon the car youtube sniper
Please don't wear bracelets, rings and watches while working in this way.
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