1. The noise coming from my E46 330Ci, can anyone help me work out what it is? 2001 E46 330ci engine bay whining noise. The dealer replaced the sensor and insulated all of the metal pieces but the ticking noise returned. The digital motor electronics (DME) engine management systems in BMW E46 vehicles use the engine control module (ECM) to control ... My car is a 2001 E46 330ci. Consider looking through YouTube videos of E46 engine ticking. Many people suggested that it was a lifter tick. Join. If the ticking is from the front and top of the engine, it's probably related to VANOS. I bought my E46 as a sensible mile-muncher. Still there, but not as bad. Like narrow it down to front top of the engine, or bottom, or if it's not the engine at all. Close. That's almost always a sign of a pump that's hurting. My new e46 320d does the same thing, except they have never worked. 4 years ago. Strange ticking noise coming from engine when started on cold.Only last for 5-10 sec after cold start.Valves or Vanos problem? Car has 199,9-- miles. It's brilliant in that role, and I suspect I will leave it standard, but there is clearly a lot of latent potential in … Discussion. I can't actually help you, but I can suggest that you post on bimmerforums, e46fanatics, or bimmerpost. Unfortunately, this did not help. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. BMW's new adjustable interior engine noise is a revelation, as it allows drivers to adjust how much fake engine noise comes into the cabin. I believe I've got the same problem if it is one. E46 Air con noise. Archived. The fact that you are having issues when the fuel tank is less than half full, and you notice it when the car is on an incline (presuming you didn't mean to say elevated surface), this could make sense since the fuel level in the tank would level in-line with the ground. When I first heard this, I thought I needed oil. My 2001 BMW 330CI the convertible top not open. 2 years ago. Sorry for the wall of text. It was built from the 1999 to 2006 model years, and the 330Ci was positioned below the M3 in terms of pricing and performance. E46 (2004 330ci) Loud ticking while accelerating My car has been making an obnoxiously loud ticking noise when my foot is on the gas. In this article you can find 13 of the most common problems on BMW E46 models. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VqlMJMxWxI, http://photos.e46fanatics.com/showgallery.php?ppuser=59936&cat=500, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. 5. steve_bmw November 29, 2015 : Followup from the Pelican Staff: These are camshaft timing faults. 114 months. oil has not long been changed and its not all the time just when it heats up. sounds like injectors but I'm not at all sure. Applies to: BMW 325i (2001-2005), BMW 325Xi (2001-2005), BMW 325Ci (2001-2006), BMW 325ti (2001-2004), BMW 525i (2001-2004) Alternator Replacement Replacing the alternator on the E46 can be a bit tedious due to the modular front end design. What about an exhaust leak? Constrained layer noise shims minimize possibility of noise under all driving conditions. This sub is better suited to circlejerking. Maybe even make your own. The engine also doesn't tick while in idle, UNLESS I am on an elevated surface. Hi, i have a 330ci 2004 and it makes a light ticking sound, can only hear it with the door open. Loud hollow rattle/clacking sound … It doesn't sound good, and it increases in frequency and volume the harder I press. Archived. I have car BMW E46 330ci, engine is M54. The ticking could be injectors or some valve noise because of incorrect fuel pressure/timing. Right before your next oil change, dump a can in the crankcase, run for a few days, and then change the oil. Mine does this as well on start up sometimes. I put in about 2Q of the Castrol oil in the black container (Forget the name, but it's the high performance good shit.). Recomanded BMW Longlife 5W30. The "E46" was a big step forward for BMW over the outgoing "E36" chassis. Any ideas what my problem is? A slight ticking noise is normal due to the valve train and the weight of the oil. 2. when stopped a traffic light and then i drive there is a humming noise that gets louder the more i accelerate which disappears as well when i continue to move for like 2 minutes. This sub-reddit is dedicated to everything related to BMW vehicles, tuning, racing, and more. I pulled both belts and same noise so that rules out accessories/pulleys. Could be bearing noise but I've never seen that before on an E46. If it doesn't clean up the lifter you're only out about $7. F25 X3 2.0d , Alfa Romeo GT 3.2, F20 M135i, E90 M3 Dynamic LCi, '11 BMW E90 320d MSport, '09 BMW E90 320i Exclusive, '03 BMW E46 330i Individual, '02 BMW E39 525i Individual, '06 Impreza 2.0R Wagon, '03 S3 8L, '11 A3 1.6TDi, '70 VW Beetle 1600 Twin Port '00 A4 2.4 V6, '09 Ibiza Cupra 1.8T, 2013 Vivo Gran Turismo, E36 M3 Coupe, E46 320i Individual MSport, '98 Civic V Tec, E36 … 2002 BMW 330Ci Base Coupe E46 3.0L L6. I'd wager bad lifter(s), start doing your oil changes regularly and with the right oil and hope for the best. The 2006 BMW 330 has 2 problems reported for valve ticking. Ticking is a normal on the engine noise end. And I have a problem ... My 2008 BMW 335xi has a ticking noise coming from the driver's side upper b-pillar. I bought an E36 328i with this issue as it had been run low on oil. Reply Reply Author. This is strange, because I only ever use premium gas. ... BMW E46 320i M54B22. Any help? Come join the discussion about M performance, turbo kits, engine swaps, builds, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, E38 740i Projekt, E39 540iT, E32 740il, E39 530i, E28 535is/5, www.unixnerd.demon.co.uk Providing BMW Help since 1996. Like any other vehicle BMW’s also have problems, the only difference is, they’re something more expensive to fix. Comments: My bmw e46 330Ci 2004 runs perfectly fine except for: 1. during cold start when the car is first start there is a ticking noise that disappears after a few minutes. Knock sensor could be the problem. Others will either respect you or ignore you or piss on you if you type like a moron. Cured mine. Not only has the company built these cars in the tens of millions, they have also served for more than three decades as a major platform for BMW’s motor-sporting success. This isn't an instant message site; it's a forum. I just filled my tank from about 1/4 to 3/4, and the ticking noise has gotten quieter. The odd thing is that the noise disappears if you put the clutch in. Knocking sound & rough idle on BMW 330ci e46 M54 2001 engine.The problem: Oil Separator bad.Solution: Change oil separator, and its hoses. If getting ready to buy one, or have one and want to know what might be some of the common problems to expect in the future, this list could be useful. Gassing Station » BMW ... 72. Its a rthymic noise that gets louder and more frequent depending on wheel speed. You guys that are saying lifters, why would it be softer up top and louder at the bottom? DO NOT leave it in the crankcase indefinitely. Might be your tappets need bleeding. OP: I am sure your English Writing teacher told you this every year, regardless of who s/he was: writing is important. Posts: 117 Threads: 9 Likes Received: 36 in 19 posts Likes Given: 73 Joined: Aug 2019 Reputation: 1 #1. But if you have a bad PVC, then one of the signs is that your oil consumption increases considerably. Posted by. So I start up my 325Xi one morning and had that Knarly Growling Power Steering noise, went right out to my favorite Euro salvage yard and got another power steering unit. It'll help if you write down all of your codes. Press J to jump to the feed. I would say that you hear it more under the engine than on top. BMW's are revered for their performance & endurance. same noise in mine, still have no idea what its from, idk if its just a coincidence or not, but from the few post i have looked at about this same ticking it seems to be more common in 323i's. However, if you are driving a BMW having an older N52 engine, then you might be familiar with the lifter ticking noise, which can be frustrating. At least you don't have a wookie under you hood. 25-10-2019, 08:51 AM . Don't laugh, it fixed a sticky valve on my 633CSi. Well maintained and seen by a specialist mechanic in the last month. "TICKING" NOISE/SOUND-BMW 330D E90. My car has been making an obnoxiously loud ticking noise when my foot is on the gas. Posted by. If the lifter was damaged it would be a loud tapping noise. Video here. Type regular English and people are more likely to respond. Ticking noise update. 2003 BMW 330Ci Base Coupe E46 3.0L L6. You're far more likely to get a helpful response there. Lots of short trips can do it too. Bro, you have to check the oil level regularly, especially if you have leaks. The noise has just appeared out of no where. The e46 has different exhaust hangers but it looks like one of them mounts to the gearbox. If that doesn't work try again. Close. ... the car doing doesn't go in but makes a ticking noise. We are typing messages. BMW E46 330Ci. Might it be knocking even though you're using premium? I put it in reverse and they beep for 5 seconds as described. Hey Guys I was wondering if anyone had a similiar issue, today was the 3rd time I experienced this issue. Make sure you get the correct weight of oil for your engine. I can take a video of the sound and post it after work if that helps. If i then put it into reverse again, i get no noise … And a side note: brand of oil is less important than the weight. Replaced that and had the same noise, took that back and got another one, salvage guy said "that pump was off a car with 30k on it" and the shaft spins perfect, I said "I know, my old shaft spun … You're more likely to get a helpful response there. Wednesday 23rd November 2011. VanBas. I dunno it doesn't really sound like that. Change your oil. Noticed today a clicking noise coming from the drivers rear wheel. Also, try to open the hood and find where the ticking is coming from. Ticking noise update. It's a solvent that will help clean out clogged up lifters. The following tips will help you avoid the lifter ticking noise in your BMW. 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