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BMW, 3 Series, E36, 325i (1991-1995) Common Issues

1. Coolant Leak

Occurrence: 12%Cost to repair: $250

Symptoms:

Water leaking from radiator or water pump


2. Faulty Oxygen Sensor

Occurrence: 15%Cost to repair: $300

Symptoms:

Poor engine performance, rough idling


3. Failed Alternator

Occurrence: 10%Cost to repair: $450

Symptoms:

Battery warning light on, slow engine crank


4. Rear Main Seal Leak

Occurrence: 20%Cost to repair: $800

Symptoms:

Oil leaking from rear of engine


5. Faulty Mass Airflow Sensor

Occurrence: 8%Cost to repair: $220

Symptoms:

Poor engine performance, rough idling


6. Transmission Solenoid Failure

Occurrence: 12%Cost to repair: $600

Symptoms:

Transmission slipping, hesitation between gears


7. Faulty ECU

Occurrence: 5%Cost to repair: $1200

Symptoms:

Engine performance issues, dashboard warning lights


8. Rear Wheel Bearing Failure

Occurrence: 15%Cost to repair: $500

Symptoms:

Rumbling or grinding noise from rear wheels


9. Faulty Fuel Pressure Regulator

Occurrence: 10%Cost to repair: $400

Symptoms:

Poor engine performance, rough idling


10. Squeaky Exhaust Muffler

Occurrence: 8%Cost to repair: $180

Symptoms:

High-pitched squeaking noise from exhaust


11. Faulty Sunroof Motor

Occurrence: 5%Cost to repair: $320

Symptoms:

Sunroof not opening or closing properly