EASY DIY BMW M3 Starter Replacement Part 2: Installation

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In this video we go into part two; in which we show how to install the starter on the E46 M3 project. In this series of videos we show you how step by step to remove and replace your starter the easy way; without moving the engine or transmission out of the way. We go in from the hood.
If your starter failed; you're going to want to order these parts:
PARTS LIST:
E12 Wrench: We got ours from local snap on dealer. If you find one elsewhere please let us know!
Starter ( Most affordable)
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Starter ( closest to OEM) by Bosch
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Starter Bolts (Purchase 2)
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Other Parts you may need when doing air box installation
Hose clamps for Throttle body boot to Throttle Body
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Hose clamps for Throttle Body Boot to Airbox ( Narrow clamps to replace OE style)
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Hand tools: If you don't already own some basic tools and wrenches for your BMW.
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[@billyverduzco2337]

Great videos!

[@FatboysGarage]

Thank you!

[@sc2youtube744]

Hi there! This video is incredibly helpful. One question though: before beginning the process, is there anything I should do to prime the SMG pump? I'm pretty sure that the fluid levels change depending on whether the SMG has been primed or not so just want to make sure that when I'm refilling the reservoir, I'm filling it back up to the correct level. Thanks!

[@TheDigimojo]

I have a question about the heat shield that you install with a zip tie (3:42). Doing this job on my 2003 e46 M3, I did not find a heat shield on the starter/solenoid when I disassembled. I've looked at a couple of BMW OEM parts sites and I can't find the heat shield in any of the blow up diagrams. Is that a standard BMW part? What is its part no.? Was it installed on ALL e46 M3s?

[@FatboysGarage]

Strange, Ours was there as it was on the other car. i will investiage and see if there is a heat shield available somewhere for you!