Review on 🚗 TYC 1-17922 New Starter for BMW: A Reliable and Compatible Choice by Jim Fuhrer

The starter is a weak point in BMWs with N52 and N54 engines. The first time my 128i's starter failed, I bought a used block for $75 and it failed again within a year. That was about in the same price range. Its looks are nowhere near as perfect as the Bosch block that BMW originally used, but that doesn't matter because once you've installed it, you'll never need to see it again. A few tips for N52 vehicles (128i, 325i/328i/330i, 525i/528i/530i, X3 3.0si, Z4 3.0si) When replacing the starter motor - disconnect the breather tube from the valve cover (more break-proof than pulling it off the intake manifold) so that consumption can be reported as one unit. (You still need to remove the throttle body to get the intake manifold out of the car). It's worth removing the intake manifold completely to get more room. Also don't forget to replace the starter bolts (they are disposable) and the intake manifold gaskets (this is more for safety, you don't actually have to remove that intake manifold again). Also, use tape to mark which wire goes to which oxygen sensor. (This will save you a lot of trouble after you reassemble the car as both oxygen sensors use the same connector). While removing the intake manifold is the most challenging part of this job, you don't have to deal with fuel. fuel injection lines.