starter motor

1995 BMW 318I
150,000 MILES
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PAULCOLLINS
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hi i have a p reg bmw 318i e36 , thank u so much with the advice on my overheating problems and all fixed , just need to know how much and how difficult is fitting a starter motor for it , thanks again paul
Jan 2, 2012 at 11:38 PM
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HMAC300
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you might not want to tackle this job, you have to take the intake off to get to the starter. i have no idea how much a starter for this runs, best to call an auto parts store. we can't give estimates anymore from our manual.
Jan 2, 2012 at 11:43 PM
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LWMJR1
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you can change the starter from under the car but its better to have it on a lift
Jan 2, 2012 at 11:48 PM
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LWMJR1
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the intake does not need to be removed
Jan 2, 2012 at 11:49 PM
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PAULCOLLINS
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the car starts but not first every time and a pain lol, I've got m.o.t in 5 days for it , will it pass with starter motor not working right, thanks paul
Jan 2, 2012 at 11:53 PM
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