Ignition for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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Your BMW's ignition system is critical for smooth engine operation. This category contains parts used in the BMW ignition system, including spark plugs, ignition coils, spark plug wires and boots, ignition rotors and caps, distributors and distributor caps. On most 1991 and later model BMWs, your car has what's known as a coil-on-plug system, where each cylinder has its own ignition coil that sits directly atop the spark plug (so you won't have spark plug wires on those BMWs.) A fresh set of spark plugs is an essential part of any BMW engine tune up.

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OEM Bosch Remanufactured Starter - E30 E34 E46 E39 Z3
For vehicles with production date from 09/2002
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T#:373255
Part#: 12417578684KT
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Includes a $71.50 core charge to be refunded after we receive your refundable core If your car won't turn over, there is a good chance your starter is shot. Bosch's OEM starter is a high-quality replacement that will give you peace of mind thanks to its long life-span. Bosch is one of the largest OEM producers of Genuine BMW and aftermarket parts in the world, providing parts for almost every major automotive manufacturer. Bosch has likely supplied many of the original electrical (and mechanical) parts for your BMW. Thanks to their quality, high durability, and reliability, you should expect a long service life from Bosch products. As a leading source of high-performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts. All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!
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T#:373451
Part#: 12417835735KTBOS
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This starter offers reliable performance at a fraction of the cost of a new unit, providing peace of mind and ensuring your BMW starts smoothly every time. This remanufactured starter from Bosch will allow your car to start like it is new. Includes $70 core charge. 
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T#:13090
Part#: 12417832149
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We recommend replacing this starter solenoid when installing a new starter, as a failed solenoid switch can cause even a new starter to go bad quickly.


Genuine BMW Solenoid Switch
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E46 M3,E46

Fits BMW Engines including:
S54
 

 

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T#:338004
Part#: 12411712937
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E36/E46/M50/M52/M54 STARTER - THIS ONE IS THE "LATER" STYLE THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE NUTS. A refundable core charge will be added to your sale, refunded to you when we get your old starter back. Replaces Bosch part number SR0445X.

Bosch is one of the largest OEM producers of Genuine BMW and aftermarket parts in the world, providing parts for almost every major automotive manufacturer. Bosch has likely supplied many of the original electrical (and mechanical) parts for your BMW. Thanks to their exacting assembly process and high level of durability you can expect a long service life from all Bosch products.​

This item fits the following BMWs:
1990-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi
1991-1995 E34 BMW 525i
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i
2004-2005 E60 BMW 525i 530i
2004-2005 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i
1996-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
1998-2000 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Coupe
2003-2005 E85 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i
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T#:361295
Part#: 12137599219
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T#:2925
Part#: 12139067831
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Sometimes a bad coil may just be a broken or damaged connector boot. This is especially true on cars with a leaking valve cover gasket where the oil has contamintated the rubber boot and the electrical parts inside. This boot can be replaced on its own without having to buy a whole new coil. This part is also useful if you purchased a coil that did not come with a new boot.

This boot works with the 12131748018 ignition coil only and fits the vehicles listed below.

Sold per boot/per coil.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1996-1998 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2000 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 328i 328ci
2001-2002 E46 BMW 325i 325ci 325xi 330i 330ci 330xi
1997-2003 E39 BMW 528i 540i M5
2001-2002 E39 BMW 525i 530i
1996-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il
1996-1999 E31 BMW 840ci 850ci
2000-2003 E53 BMW X5 4.4i X5 4.6is
2000-2002 E53 BMW X5 3.0i
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
1998-2000 Z3 BMW Z3 M Roadster Z3 M Coupe
2000-2003 E52 BMW Z8
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Genuine BMW Hex Bolt With Washer 07119905400
Used to secure the ignition coil to the cylinder head
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T#:6396
Part#: 07119905400
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Genuine BMW Hex Bolt With Washer
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E39 M5,E60 M5,E63 M6,E46 M3,E70 X5M,E71 X6M,E82 1M Coupe,E85 Z4M,E53 48IS,E30,E34,E36,E38,E39,E46,E53 X5 X5,E63,E65,E70 X5,E71 X6,E82,E83 X3,E85 Z4,E86 Z4,E89 Z4,E90,E92,E93,F01,F02,F06,F10,F12,F13,F15,F16,F22,F25 X3,F26 X4 X4,F30,F31,F32,F33,F34,F36,i12

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T#:362838
Part#: 01399791390
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Stick this label in a conspicuous place to act as a reminder of your service history. Documenting when your BMW's sparks plugs have been swapped helps you keep track of vital maintenance!

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T#:360483
Part#: FLR8LDCU+
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Bosch FLR8LDCU+ spark plug for M50, M52, and M62 engines. Listed as BMW part #'s 12129064617 and 12129059794. Over time spark plugs become contaminated, worn, and "fouled out". This can cause a weak or missing spark leading to issues with fuel efficiency, misfires, check engine codes, and poor idle or even direct damage to your catalytic converter. This OEM spark plug made by Bosch will restore OE spark plug operation and function, returning lost power and fuel efficiency.

Bosch is one of the largest OEM producers of Genuine BMW and aftermarket parts in the world, providing parts for almost every major automotive manufacturer. Bosch has likely supplied many of the original electrical (and mechanical) parts for your BMW. Thanks to their quality, high durability, and reliability, you should expect a long service life from Bosch products.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

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T#:50934300
Part#: 12131748018BKT
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$ 86.99

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$ 82.99 USD
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When a coil starts to fail, that spark gets weak or disappears entirely costing you horsepower, and ruining your drive. Swapping in a fresh set of coils is the quickest way to kill those misfire codes
Hitachi Ignition Coil - BMW M54 S54 N62 N73
For vehicles with production date up to 06/2009
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T#:48815451
Part#: 12131712219
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Get your spark back with new ignition coils.
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T#:48850063
Part#: 12138657273
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Ignition coils are key to the efficiency and performance of your BMW. With a faulty coil the spark plug is not burning the air/fuel mixture properly and that can lead to problems anywhere in the engine and exhaust (including catalytic converters and O2 sensors). Problems with one or more coils will cause a fault code, but not always a check engine light. A misfire code may be related to an ignition coil, but could be from other things as well. ometimes, a visual inspection of a coil and coil boot will give an indication of a failure. You can also move coils around to different cylinder banks to see if the misfire code follows a suspect coil. We suggest always having one or two coils on hand to keep as spares.
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Genuine BMW Locking Mechanism - 12131437986
For vehicles with production date from 09/2002
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T#:38216
Part#: 12131437986
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Genuine BMW Locking Mechanism
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E60 M5,E63 M6,E46 M3,E70 X5M,E71 X6M,E82 1M Coupe,E85 Z4M,E53 48IS,E39,E46,E53 X5 X5,E63,E65,E70 X5,E71 X6,E82,E83 X3,E85 Z4,E86 Z4,E89 Z4,E90,E92,E93,F01,F02,F06,F10,F12,F13,F15,F16,F22,F25 X3,F26 X4 X4,F30,F31,F32,F33,F34,F36,F80 M3,F82 M4,F83

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Genuine BMW Wiring Harness
For vehicles with production date up to 09/2002
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T#:39600
Part#: 12511440006
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Genuine BMW Wiring Harness, Engine Ignition Module -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E46

Fits BMW Engines including:
M52,M54

Genuine BMW Engine wiring harness - E46 325xi 325i 325Ci
For vehicles with production date from 09/2002 up 06/2003
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T#:39813
Part#: 12517518044
Ships in 8 Business Days
3% off MSRP $ 308.99

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$ 300.99 USD
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Genuine BMW Wiring Harness, Engine Ignition Module -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E46

Fits BMW Engines including:
M54


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T#:338884
Part#: FGR-6DDU
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RACING SPARK PLUG FOR M50/M52/M54 ENGINES
These spark plugs are recommended by BMW Motorsport for use in their DTC racing engines. We find a slight horsepower increase and greatly increased durability over the OEM road car spark plugs in competition use. We attribute the improvements to the fact that these spark plugs are designed for the high temperatures and cylinder pressures encountered in a racing engine. These spark plugs are a direct replacement and come pre-gapped just like the factory road car plugs.
Please note: these plugs are not for the S54 engine in the E46 M3, MZ3, or Z4 M
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Starter Motor
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T#:55030826
Part#: 12412354693
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Ignition Coil - Priced Each
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T#:4154570
Part#: 12138616153
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Maintain the factory-level precision and power output of your BMW or MINI with this replacement ignition coil from Meyle.

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T#:57231530
Part#: 12411427080
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When you are at the track or gearing up for a weekend backroad drive, the last thing you need is a sluggish starter holding your BMW back.
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T#:56724716
Part#: 12412354693
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This Febi Bilstein starter motor delivers the cranking performance your BMW needs for instant ignition response every time you turn the key.

Spark Plug Boot - Priced Each
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T#:5958750
Part#: 12139067831
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MEYLE-ORIGINAL: True to OE spark plug boot Should be replaced each time you replace the spark plugs Wulf Gaertner Autoparts AG manufactures and markets automotive spare parts under its MEYLE brand. Since its foundation in 1958, Wulf Gaertner Autoparts has been an owner-operated, unlisted family business on the aftermarket scene. Since 1995, Wulf Gaertner Autoparts AG has been manufacturing and trading under its MEYLE brand. They pride themselves on top-grade quality-tested spare parts for passenger cars, vans and commercial vehicles. Comparable OE Cross Reference - 12139067831
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BMW - Start/Ignition/Glow plug relay
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T#:40342871
Part#: 12135A06753
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This BMW/MINI ignition coil is designed with enhanced core windings to boost spark energy and promote a quicker, more efficient combustion. The result is improved low-end torque and increased horsepower at higher RPMs. While the exact gains depend on your engine’s condition, noticeable performance improvements and better fuel efficiency can be expected.
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T#:596875
Part#: 12131730412
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Sometimes a bad coil may just be a broken or damaged connector boot. This is especially true on cars with a leaking valve cover gasket where the oil has contamintated the rubber boot and the electrical parts inside. This boot can be replaced on its own without having to buy a whole new coil. This part is also useful if you purchased a coil that did not come with a new boot.
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