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Help m44

Hey guys today I started to tackle my buddy’s full suspension refresh and oil pan gasket. I dropped the subframe and moved the steering rack out of the way. But I can’t get the pan to come off ! ? I took out a ton of little 10mm bolts and 2 etorx. Am I missing something here ? When I pry it has resistance like I missed a bolt but I can’t find one. I even took the bolts out that are hidden on the back by the trans part that mates to the oil pan. I have kinda seen something about maybe having to remove a power steering pump but I’m away from the car so if you know anything pls lmk 🤘🏻🤘🏻

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u/Chipotledrifts — 5 days ago

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Airbag Light is on even after clearing the problem

I am so frustrated with my z3

I have a 1996 BMW Z3 (1.8 M44) and originally had the fault “Ignition circuit not closed” for the seatbelt tensioner. The previous owner had the tensioner unplugged. After reconnecting it, I cleared the fault and the scanner showed no errors, but the airbag light stayed on.

When I checked under the seat, I found that the previous owner had cut off the original yellow airbag connector and replaced it with heat‑shrinked wires. One of those wires, the pink wire. Is corroded (green, brittle copper). I cut the shirnkedbeires and connected them with WAGOs for now.

I don't have any idea what to do now.

Any help??

u/Rocco_o — 9 days ago