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Where can I get a connector thingy for this?
E46 manual transmissions have a reverse switch that looks like this:
So it has 2 metal blade things inside of a hole. I want to get the part that I'd stick into it. Is this some kind of standard thing, and that's why there isn't a BMW part number for it? |
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11-21-2009, 07:24 PM
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I'd be surprised if there wasn't a BMW part number for the connector. They usually do a pretty good job of supplying conectors for their wiring harnesses. Have you looked through the BMW microfiche?
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11-21-2009, 07:26 PM
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Sounds like a wiring harness to me.
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So, did you look through 61 15 and it's not there?
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It should be available. I've purchased connectors before, but always from the dreaded dealer. Often times the parts catalogs simply have a list of standard connectors, you have to find the right one. Sometimes it's a leap of faith because there's no list of applications for the actual connector.
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It could be one of these, but I'd have no idea which one. |
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11-22-2009, 06:07 AM
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does it look like the connector on a Bosch injector? AMP Junior Timer.
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Check McMaster-Carr online...
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Check at some local garage, I know when I have to install a used engine I keep the old harness just for the connectors.
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NAPA has them.
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11-22-2009, 08:48 AM
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or print picture, side cutters, junkyard.
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11-22-2009, 09:33 AM
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OK- I do believe that I got the right part from the dealer parts counter. I'm now out $2.
 Part 2 - for wiring that will find itself exposed to the elements, what should I use? Do I use regluar wiring and wrap it in good electrical tape? Is there a pre-insulated wire that I can use? I will need to run 2 wires about 3 feet. I only want to do this once. Any suggestions? |
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11-23-2009, 01:26 PM
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Nevermind- I think what I need is 2-conductor trailer wire.
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11-23-2009, 01:32 PM
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