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Condition Value
expand_moreAlternator charging current
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9)
Variant 1 90 A
Variant 2 100 A
expand_moreAlternator manufacturer
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9) Valeo
expand_moreBattery capacity
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9)
Variant 1 55 A⋅h
Variant 2 70 A⋅h
Variant 3 80 A⋅h
Battery voltage 12 V
Control unit voltage 14.3 V
expand_moreStarter manufacturer
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9) Bosch
expand_moreStarter power
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9) 1.88 hp

Specifications of electrical components installed in 1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 3 Series Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

In 1998 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Sedan. Electrical system specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fourth generation model years

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