Avanza: Power window master switch failure (solved)

DIY Disclaimer: I hold no responsibility should anything goes wrong when you decided to follow my guide. It’s strictly meant as a reference for knowledge sharing purposes.

Part number: 84820-B0010

A new switch would set you back USD39.98

Carefully pry open the bottom of the power window controller.

Carefully lift up the printed circuit board

You will notice the failed switch has a broken white color plastic which is responsible to maintain the position of the rocker/flipper switch.

Viola! Discovered “Satay” stick is the perfect replacement for the broken plastic.

Cut the “Satay” stick to the required size

When reinstalling the printed circuit board, make sure the white color switch slide is in the middle and fitted into the roker switch.

Test the switch. If too tight, the Satay is too long, vice versa..

BMW E90 320i N46B20 Cooling System Leakage

 

DIY Disclaimer: I hold no responsibility should anything goes wrong when you decided to follow my guide. It’s strictly meant as a reference for knowledge sharing purposes. 

Symptom:

1. Coolant warning pops up.

2. Wetness on the bottom engine cover directly below the intake manifold area.

3. On closer inspection, stick a torchlight behind the oil filter housing

You will see this..

The following is the culprit..

Source: http://bmwfans.info/parts-catalog/E90/Malaysia/320i-N46/R-N/apr2007/browse/engine/cooling_system_water_hoses/#7560130_4

Parts required:

Item 4: Connector: 11 53 7 560 130, comes with profile gasket

I also bought the hose (Item 1 below) because coolant stains appear at the connector area.

Hose f engine inlet and addit.water pump: 64 21 6 928 590

http://bmwfans.info/parts-catalog/E90/Malaysia/320i-N46/R-N/apr2007/browse/heater_and_air_conditioning/additional_water_pump_water_hose_valve

Only 2 size 10mm bolts holding to the Connector, very easy job.

After the connector is removed:

New versus old

The culprit.. just the gasket..but for peace of mind replace the entire connector.

Lastly, top up coolant accordingly.

OK folks! That’s all the photos I have to share.

Good luck and thanks for dropping by..