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  1. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    Hi all! Help me please! My N42B18 fault codes: HO2S heater control circuit (Bank 2 Sensor 2) & O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage (Bank 2 Sensor 2) this location on 13? I pulled out a 13 oxygen sensor and it looks like this
  2. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    After reading countless threads about this oil consuption issue, and not really finding anything i feel that fits my scenario, i will ask. Every thread i have seen there has been external visible oil leaks, but not on mine. Car: 2002 BMW E46 316i, 1.8 L N42B18 engine, 180.000 km driven. My car...
  3. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    I have all the paperwork for the previous owner having had the timing chain done with all the upgraded bits so no worries there one would think. However, oil consumption has varied wildly. Recently it has been appalling. It's not burning any but the N42 splash it all over effect has been making...
  4. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    Hi All, Sorry to be posting about n42 issues, I see there are plenty- Anyway, I have INPA and plugged car in everything seems normal apart from smooth running values, cyl 1'2'3 all have values around the -0.28 to0.35' but cyl 4 shows as + 1.09 . These values do fluctuate slightly. The issue is...
  5. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    Recently noticed a high frequency of ticking as my RPM increased (2750ish rpm +) It is more noticeable whilst Engine RPM is constant. Ticking stops when throttle is cut even at high RPM. Would I be right in thinking this is a Vanos Issue? (Possibly Intake Cam) Is these any other possible...
  6. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    This has me a bit confused, I've noticed when I bring the revs to 3500rpm in 1st/2nd and apply full throttle in my 316ti SE it seems to pull slightly to the left whilst accelerating, When I take my foot from the accelerator it snaps back until I engage another gear or reapply the throttle...
  7. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    Hi, can some please send me the precedure with pictures of how to set the camshaft timing as well as the sensor plates on a bmw 316i 2002 engine N42B18 16 valve with valvetronic system. I also need to now the correct tool to use. I have the tool for M54 engine but not sure if its usable on this...
  8. BMW 3 Series Forum - Technical Talk on the BMW E46
    HI My 316i leaks oil at the back of the engine, drips on the exhaust, and leaves a small amount on the floor every few days. Iv had the valve cover gasket replaced and old oil cleaned up. but after a few days the problem reoccured. i followed my hand around the top of the engine. at the back of...
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