Among BMW E46 M3 specs is the cutting edge, naturally aspirated 3246cc (3.2L) straight six-cylinder engine known as the S54 which is very much the centrepiece of the design. The E46 M3 is arguably BMW’s most successful M3 model to this day and is widely regarded as a remarkable compromise between performance, handling and everyday drivability.Remove spark plugs to ease turning engine.
Timing chain pre-tensioning tool – BMW No.11 9 340. Sensor gear alignment tool – BMW No.11 9 350. Inlet camshaft alignment tool – BMW No.11 9 292. No clicks, etc and everything works as expected with strong blower fan, lights, etc - Attempt to jump start, no clicks, no crank, etc - Have it towed home - Attempt to turn starter with Bump starter trigger - nothing No weak cranks, etc - Without warning, car does not attempt to crank. This is a common fault code flagged by BMW & MINI vehicles when the EWS (also known as the CAS module or immobilizer) no longer communicates with the DME.
