How to remove and install a starter motor on BMW 325i?

Removal begins with disconnecting the battery negative cable. Next, remove the intake manifold. Noting their installed positions, remove the nuts and disconnect the leads from the starter solenoid, which includes the starter cables and cut the clip securing them to the solenoid. Then, remove the bolts and the starter. Note that due to the magnesium crankcase, the starter mounting bolts are made of aluminum, and cannot be reused; install new bolts. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the starter mounting bolts to the specified torque. If the starter is thought to be suspect, it should be removed from the vehicle and tested by a dealer service department or other qualified repair shop. However, check on the cost of repairs before proceeding, as it may prove more economical to obtain a new or exchange starter.

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BMW 325i Exchange Starter Motor
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- Other Name: Starter
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- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
- 1992-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E36), Sedan(E36)
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BMW 325i Exchange Starter Motor
Part Number: 12417616502
$573.44 MSRP: $847.17
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- Replaced by: 12417616500
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- 2006 BMW 325i | Sedan(E90)
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- Other Name: Starter
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- 2001-2005 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
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- 1992-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E36), Sedan(E36)
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- 1987-1992 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30)
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BMW 325i Exchange Starter Motor
Part Number: 12412344247
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
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- 1992-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E36), Sedan(E36)
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- 1992-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E36), Sedan(E36)
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BMW 325i Exchange Starter Motor
Part Number: 12411740378
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- Replaced by: 12412344247
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
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- 1992-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E36), Sedan(E36)
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BMW 325i Exchange Starter Motor
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- Replaced by: 12412344247
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E36), Sedan(E36)

BMW 325i Starter

A BMW 325i Starter serves the essential function of engine ignition by immediately turning the crankshaft so your engine can start without driver effort. The Starter draws its power from the battery through a heavy-gauge feed to an external solenoid that energizes field coils and the rotating armature, converting electricity into torque that cranks the inline-six found in many BMW 325i models. The solenoid simultaneously engages the drive pinion with the flywheel ring gear. An overrunning clutch allows the pinion to disengage when the engine starts, avoiding excessive speed on the Starter. Over the years, two electric styles appeared: the conventional direct-drive Starter and the lighter gear-reduction Starter, which share the same control circuit that runs from the ignition switch through the relay to safety switches on neutral or clutch pedals. No matter the build year, BMW owners simply turn the key or press the start, and each 325i benefits from a compact, efficient device that uniformly converts battery power into reliable movement. The rapid pace makes those chilly mornings and daily commutes feel seamless.

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BMW 325i Starter Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q:
How to remove and install a starter motor on BMW 325i?
Posted by Bill O.
A:
Removal begins with disconnecting the battery negative cable. Next, remove the intake manifold. Noting their installed positions, remove the nuts and disconnect the leads from the starter solenoid, which includes the starter cables and cut the clip securing them to the solenoid. Then, remove the bolts and the starter. Note that due to the magnesium crankcase, the starter mounting bolts are made of aluminum, and cannot be reused; install new bolts. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the starter mounting bolts to the specified torque. If the starter is thought to be suspect, it should be removed from the vehicle and tested by a dealer service department or other qualified repair shop. However, check on the cost of repairs before proceeding, as it may prove more economical to obtain a new or exchange starter.
Answered by BMW Parts Specialist Koleman / Mar 02, 2024