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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URO Ignition Coil - E31, E36, E38, E39, E46, E52, E53, Z3
For vehicles with production date up to 09/2002
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T#:361999
Part#: 12137599219
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Ignition coil for a quality OE replacement
OEM Starter Motor - E46 M3 2001-2006
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T#:2988
Part#: 12417835735
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This is the starter motor for BMW E46 M3 2001-2006 is an OEM Valeo unit.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3. M3 Convertible
2001-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 M Roadster Z3 M Coupe
2005-2008 E85 BMW Z4 M Roadster Z4 M Coupe
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3 Pin Connector
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T#:33412931
Part#: 12527519996
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Includes connector housing with terminals and seals. Commonly used for the pencil-style ignition coil connector.

ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have a broken harness connector or need a complete wiring repair, we have the components you need.

Each connector includes an additional terminal in case one becomes lost or damaged during installation.

*OEM cross reference PN# 12527519996 - Commonly used for the pencil-style ignition coil connector.

Please reference the original part number from the existing connector to confirm fitment, before ordering.

Suggested tools:

Suggested crimping pliers: T#387193
Wire De-pin tools:
12pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#386379
23pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#641943

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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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