3 Series E46

When I bought a E46 Compact it had broken rear shelf retaining clip. So whenever I opened the trunk the shelf would hang randomly in the air. Also it made closing the trunk hard, as it jammed between the trunk lid and the body of the car. So I decided to make a model of the broken shelf clip, that came with the car. It may need some sanding or filing to achieve a better fitment in the shelf steel tube. Use cabin-heat-resistant material, dry-fit the part and confirm secure retention and unobstructed operation.

Fits 3 Series · E46

Cap for BMW 3 Series E46 washer fluid reservoir. Excellent friction fit when printed in PETG Use heat-, UV- and fluid-resistant material and verify full wiper or washer clearance.

Fits 3 Series · E46

Replacement clip for the door-sill trim. The creator installed several copies and reports that they hold securely. Align the clip carefully during installation so it does not break while being pressed into place. Use cabin-heat-resistant material, dry-fit the part, and confirm secure retention and unobstructed operation.

Fits 3 Series · E46

Fixes the third brake light from falling off the glass. replaces the usually broken clips. Verify secure retention, weather sealing and legal lamp operation before driving.

Fits 3 Series · E46

These are speaker adapter mounts for BMW E46 front doors. There is a mount for both the tweeter and woofer. The mounts are designed for a JL Audio C3-525 component set but I have included generic .stp files for the mounts to adapt the design for your speakers. The woofers are screwed into the printed adapter rings and then the factory mounting screws are used to fix them to the door card. The tweeters clip into the mount with a twist and are held with integrated springs. The tweeter mounts also re-use the factory screws to hold them to the door cards. Left and right are exactly the same and there is no need to mirror the mounts. These fit perfectly and I have had no issues after a month of i Fuse and insulate any added wiring correctly, secure it from chafe and confirm the circuit remains serviceable.

Fits 3 Series · E46

BMW E46 dash trim mounting clip. Part number: 51458266814 - Insert Rot. Use cabin-heat-resistant material, dry-fit the part and confirm secure retention and unobstructed operation.

Fits 3 Series · E46 · 7 Series · E38 · X3 · E83

I recently got a new (used) BMW E46 and noticed the panels that run along the top of the door had been damaged by the previous owner. Took out one of the not damaged clips and remade it in Fusion 360, then printed a handful to replace on all the doors. Worked a charm! Use cabin-heat-resistant material, dry-fit the part and confirm secure retention and unobstructed operation.

Fits 3 Series · E46

If you don't use the flashlight in your e46 BMW glovebox, here is a nice USB port adaptor that will plug right into the dash and give you two switched ports! I removed the center of the flashlight receptacle with a screwdriver and removed the pins, which are reused in the new adapter. Print both pieces, then wire two of these buck converters with 18AWG wire. There is not a lot of space, so you need to be delicate. Pin closest the the edge is negative. Solder the lead wires to the pins before inserting from the bottom - be careful not to insert too far. Push the assembled converter into the receptacle, push the female connector housing onto the back, plug in the wire from the car and re-inser Fuse and insulate any added wiring correctly, secure it from chafe and confirm the circuit remains serviceable.

Fits 3 Series · E46

I lost my cap some time ago and I found one here, but not for my model and not in design I wanted. Therefore I did model for my car. It is tested in e46 convertible, but probably will fit coupe and maybe also other models. Use cabin-heat-resistant material, dry-fit the part and confirm secure retention and unobstructed operation.

Fits 3 Series · E46

I used it for my BMW E46 and it is very sturdy. You can use a 32mm Hex Nut or a 1/2" square wrench to open the oil filter cap. The Tool on the picture was an earlier smaller version but it broke. Use the specified automotive-grade material, keep the tool square and inspect the serviced component before reassembly.

Fits 3 Series · E36 · 3 Series · E46

Mounting clip replacement for the BMW E46 kidney grill. The kidney grills are held in place in the bonnet through flexible lips, which become brittle with time and heat exposure. My car is 14 years old and the kidney grills had lost their grips a while ago and were about to fall over. The quick fix was to string them up from the inside, but hardly an elegant fix for a BMW! Use cabin-heat-resistant material, dry-fit the part and confirm secure retention and unobstructed operation.

Fits 3 Series · E46

Left/right parcel-shelf support pin for BMW E36 Compact and E46 Compact, physically installed by the creator. BMWFans confirms the exact right support as 51468146708. Use a tough material and verify shelf engagement without overloading the side trim.

Fits 3 Series · E36 · 3 Series · E46

Replacement plastic grommet used at E30 grille and rear license-plate mounting points, physically compared with the original. The creator also lists E36, E46, E90 and E92 applications; BMWFans confirms grommet 51131840154.

Fits 3 Series · E30 · 3 Series · E36 · 3 Series · E46 +1

Straight and 90-degree two-piece shells for repairing disintegrated 2.5 mm watertight terminals on BMW E30, E36 and E46. The source shows completed physical connectors. Bond with suitable RTV and verify terminal lock, polarity, insulation and sealing.

Fits 3 Series · E30 · 3 Series · E36 · 3 Series · E46

Printed cap wrench for the 76 mm, 14-flute oil-filter housing associated with BMW 11421715960. The creator physically demonstrates the tool and lists E30, E36, E46, E34 and Z3 applications; confirm cap size before applying torque.

Fits 3 Series · E30 · 3 Series · E36 · 3 Series · E46 +2