BMW Engine Parts for BMW Z3 (1996-2002)

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. Sometimes 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.

This is the current replacement for some BMW 6 and 8-cylinder engines built in the late 2000s and after. BMW has made numerous changes to ignition coil part numbers in recent years but has approved this part number to work in the vehicles listed below. It's listed as a replacement coil for N20, N55, and S55 engines. In March 2015 BMW approved it for N51/N52 engines. This part number replaces the previous BMW part number 12137594937 for the cars listed below.

Sold per coil. Includes boot and connector.

Upgrade Your BMW's Performance with NGK Spark Plugs

Enhance your driving experience with NGK's top-quality spark plugs designed for optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Engine misfires, poor idle, and reduced fuel economy are telltale signs of worn-out spark plugs. NGK plugs are the ultimate solution, engineered to restore your BMW's power and smooth operation.

• Address electrode wear and carbon buildup for a strong spark
• Restore engine power and fuel efficiency
• Trusted brand with decades of experience in spark plug manufacturing
• Preferred choice by various auto manufacturers
• Consider replacing all serviceable ignition components for a comprehensive upgrade
• Kit includes six high-performance spark plugs

Schwaben BMW Vanos Adjustment - Wrench is essential for the precise installation of a new or rebuilt VANOS unit on your BMW. This specialized tool ensures that the VANOS system is correctly adjusted, which can significantly impact your vehicle's performance and overall operation once reassembled. Proper VANOS adjustment is crucial for maintaining optimal engine timing and efficiency.

• Precision Tool: Designed specifically for BMW VANOS unit adjustments, ensuring accurate installation.
• Improved Performance: Helps maintain optimal engine timing and efficiency, leading to better vehicle performance.
• Essential for Rebuilds: Critical for the installation of new or rebuilt VANOS units, preventing potential issues during reassembly.
• Durable Construction: Built to last, providing reliable performance through multiple uses.

If you have ever attempted to do a valve job or cylinder head gasket project on an M42, M44, M50, or M52 engine you know that the repair manual will refer to the special BMW timing tool kit. This tool kit includes a flywheel locating lock pin, and a special set of camshaft locators that lock the cams in a precise location. The tools are very easy to install. The kit is specifically designed to hold the engine and cams in proper timing during the cylinder head removal and re installation process. This avoids the chance of bending the valves doing the head install process. The precision ground holding blocks lock over the square ends of both intake and exhaust cams. The CNC machined flywheel locating pin passes through a hole in the rear of the engine block and passed through a machined hole in the flywheel.

To avoid improper cam timing on the latest BMW engines, the factory has devised a cam timing system that locks the crankshaft and cams into a specific position prior to cylinder head removal. This method was devised to avoid any misalignment, resulting in piston to valve damage. Unfortunately without these tools re-timing the camshafts after a valve job is almost impossible. The factory specification manual does not supply installation specifications. This cam timing kit includes all the necessary components to do the job.

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

NOTE: Not compatible with S50B30 and S50B32 Euro engines!If you have ever attempted to do a valve job or cylinder head gasket project on an M42, M44, M50, or M52 engine you know that the repair manual will refer to the special BMW timing tool kit. This tool kit includes a flywheel locating lock pin, and a special set of camshaft locators that lock the cams in a precise location. The tools are very easy to install. The kit is specifically designed to hold the engine and cams in proper timing during the cylinder head removal and re installation process. This avoids the chance of bending the valves doing the head install process. The precision ground holding blocks lock over the square ends of both intake and exhaust cams. The CNC machined flywheel locating pin passes through a hole in the rear of the engine block and passed through a machined hole in the flywheel.

 

This gauge ensures that the inlet and exhaust cams are aligned perfectly. Make sure the edges are on the correct sides of the cylinder head before using.

Includes two alignment pin's which is ideal for inspection and servicing the motor with the timing chain still attached. If you are going to be removing the timing chain for service, you will need to lock both cams. 

The Ultimate kit includes every thing the standard kit does along with, a second alignment bridge, flywheel lock pin, VANOS alignment tools. and 4 bolt crank socket.

This tool fits all S54 powered BMW, including: 
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3
2001-2002 E36/7 BMW Z3M Coupe Z3M Roadster
2006-2008 E85/6 BMW Z4M Coupe Z4M Roadster