Replacing the Alternator Voltage Regulator DIY BMW Maintenance | Step-by-Step Guide

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  • čas přidán 11. 02. 2023
  • Welcome to my channel! In this video, I’ll guide you through the process of replacing the alternator voltage regulator in your BMW, an essential maintenance task to ensure optimal performance. Let's get started!
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    🔧 Steps Covered in This Video:
    Introduction - Overview of the alternator voltage regulator and its role in the vehicle.
    Tools and Preparation - Gathering the necessary tools and preparing the vehicle for maintenance.
    Removal - Step-by-step guide to removing the old alternator voltage regulator.
    Installation - Installing the new alternator voltage regulator correctly.
    Testing - Verifying the functionality of the new alternator voltage regulator.
    ✨ Why You’ll Love This Tutorial:
    Save Money: Perform essential maintenance tasks at home without expensive dealership fees.
    Ensure Reliability: Keep your BMW running smoothly with proper maintenance.
    DIY Friendly: Detailed instructions make it easy for anyone to replace the alternator voltage regulator.
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Komentáře • 23

  • @AMOFOG
    @AMOFOG Před 6 měsíci +2

    Hey, thanks a million - you saved me from buying a new alternator. You did say BOSCH BTW, some people here complain that it's confusing for them. Good Job man!!!. ✌️👌👍✌️👍👌✌️👍👌

  • @kayrams1792
    @kayrams1792 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Bmw also used Valeo alternator brand as their stock alternator on brand new vehicles

  • @Packardracoon
    @Packardracoon Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thanks so much for this video. I’m gonna buy a Bosch and replace the old one. Just a a precaution.

  • @dstu3768
    @dstu3768 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Mine e90 328xi just stepped over 210k km and this part went out, seems like a lower brush gives up faster than the top one. So if you getting weird voltages like 11 -13v, it's most likely that the top brush trying to compensate for the lower one.. :/ after replacing voltage regulator i'm getting 14+v. I've noticed overcharging error and 15v coming from alternator, but not each time. So you have to track for couple of days or best is to use a secret menu and track voltage while driving :)

  • @I_AM_Epsilon
    @I_AM_Epsilon Před měsícem

    Can this also cause the positive terminal yo overheat

  • @6speed877
    @6speed877 Před měsícem

    Oh come on how can you recommend BlueDriver for an e90. .. sure it will help if you're dealing with problems but if you want to just monitor sensors it can't even read the oil temp. Which is the one I look at most.

  • @vladgisca4728
    @vladgisca4728 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thank you for this turorial ! I have the same problem .did you have to charge the battery after changing the regulator?

    • @PistonPlay
      @PistonPlay  Před 5 měsíci

      I did replace the battery because it wasn’t replaced for a long time

    • @alexandruo.4022
      @alexandruo.4022 Před 3 měsíci

      you are charging the battery while driving the car

  • @johntan3405
    @johntan3405 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Thanks for the clear information.👍🏻

  • @dustinoutlaw1029
    @dustinoutlaw1029 Před rokem +1

    Do you have a 180 amp alternator or 150 . Mine is over charging and fried the battery but I have a328i with a 150 amp alternator. The 180 amp alternator is cheaper than the 150 amp so I was just going buy a 180 but if the 150 has a voltage regulator I try and replace that instead of buying a new alternator.

    • @PistonPlay
      @PistonPlay  Před rokem

      I would recommend get in the 180 amp

  • @ManiRu
    @ManiRu Před rokem +1

    2011 BMW 528i 210A Alternator is different and uses a different voltage regulator.

    • @PistonPlay
      @PistonPlay  Před rokem

      Which is true so is recommended to buy the same alternator

  • @blakemazanec9846
    @blakemazanec9846 Před 28 dny

    Mines be broken off for awhile.. is that bad

  • @twitchkillgod2985
    @twitchkillgod2985 Před 6 měsíci

    You can replace the voltage regulator without taking off the alternator

    • @PistonPlay
      @PistonPlay  Před 6 měsíci +1

      That is true but for a person who is doing it for the first time they need to see exactly what is it that they’re pulling what they’re removing you’re not able to get Clearview angles inside for the camera

    • @twitchkillgod2985
      @twitchkillgod2985 Před 6 měsíci

      @@PistonPlay either way great video👍

  • @HOUSE-FLY
    @HOUSE-FLY Před měsícem

    Man this is Useful but too much talk😊

  • @mraaaaaaa
    @mraaaaaaa Před 5 měsíci

    Those symptoms at the start of the video are definitely not because of the voltage regulator!
    Why would the fob not work and cluster bug out on a car that is not running?
    Alternator voltage regulator is there to prevent over/undervoltage while the alternator is spinning.
    It's a decent video on how to replace the regulator, but everything else is horseshit.

  • @UsualVenus
    @UsualVenus Před rokem

    Everyone making CZcams video’s about this Confusing everyone because this bosh part number is NOT compatible with a Valeo Brand Alternator Another OEM part that is made For BMW & not all 3 series are equipped with a bosh brand alternator!! SMH 🤦‍♂️