1997 BMW 318 will a engine from a 1993 model 318 go into th

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TEZ82
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1997 BMW 318 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual

wiill the engine from a 1993 model 318 go into the 1997 model with no problems or modifications needed?
Feb 19, 2009 at 6:54 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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No, they appear similar but are not. This is not to say it cant be made to work, but it wont without a complete wiring harness swap.
Feb 19, 2009 at 12:54 PM
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