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1992 BMW 850I CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT BMW REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> DESCRIPTION -> 325 -> A/C Compressor Switch -> Air Center Control Lever -> Air Down Control Lever -> Air Up Control Lever -> Air Volume Control Switch -> Fresh Air/Bypass Air Switch -> REFRIGERATION SYSTEM -> SYSTEM CONTROL -> Temperature Control
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

Switching ON the A/C system will activate the refrigerant circuit, Fig. . The solenoid coil receives power, producing a magnetic field causing the armature clutch plate to be pulled, and which is fixed onto the compressor shaft next to an inner plate operating freely on the same shaft. The compressor increases refrigerant vapor pressure, which is drawn into the suction end of the compressor assembly. The refrigerant is then compressed, raising refrigerant vapor temperature. The high pressure vapors pass through a high pressure line to a condenser loc...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> REAR BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

  • Remove wheels and disconnect electrical connector from wear sensor, if equipped.
  • Pry caps off caliper guide bolts and remove guide bolts.
  • Pry outer pad retaining clamp...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Component Locations -> 7 & 8 Series
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

Refer to Fig....

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

The propeller shaft is adapted to pertinent requirements in reverence to the transmission version, power flow and vibration behavior, so that removal and installation will differ and depend on the version. Only tighten nuts or bolts on the flange end whenever possible to avoid tension in the joint disc.

  • Remove exhaust assembly.
  • Unscrew heat shield.
  • On models with front joint disc, unscrew propeller shaft on transmission.
  • On models with front universal joint, support transmission with special tools 24 0 120 and 00 2 020.
  • Unscrew transmission suspension.
  • Unscrew universal joint on...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

  • Disconnect ground leads from batteries.
  • Unfasten cover from oil filter to enable engine oil to flow back into oil pan.
  • Remove complete upper section of suction filter housing together with mass air flow sensor.
  • Unfasten clips and hose clips.
  • Remove cover from ignition coil.
  • Remove nuts and leads from ignition coil.
  • Remove viscous fan.
  • Unfasten hose clip from cooling air hose on alternator.
  • Remove nut and bolt from clamping fixture for toothed V-belt.
  • Remove top mounting bolt on alternator.
  • Remove V-belt.
  • Remove splash guard.
  • Remove...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> 8 Series -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector

  • Press and hold the reset button located at the top lefthand side of the instrument cluster for 10 seconds.
  • A four line menu should appear on the speedometer display. First line is the Back function followed by three service and maintenance items.
  • A "!" symbol indicates the service or maintenance item can be reset. An "0" symbol indicates the item cannot be reset. The first 20% of the service or maintenance interval is protected against accidental or premature reset.
  • Use the Reset button or lower axial FAS button on the turn signal high beam switch to scr...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove fan cowl, note engine variant.
  • On models with air conditioning, disconnect plug connection on temperature switch.
  • On all models, remove upper coolant hose.
  • Release left and right screws on radiator.
  • Remove both br...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

If drive belt is to be subsequently reused: Mark direction of travel and reinstall drive belt in same direction of travel.

  • Remove fan clutch with impeller.
  • Loosen screws on ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1992 BMW 850I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Air Mass Meter & Connector Diagram for 1992 BMW 850I  5.0 V12 GASAir Mass Meter & Connector Diagram for 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Air Mass Meter I
  • Connector X-6216
  • Door Module & Connectors Diagram for 1992 BMW 850I  5.0 V12 GASDoor Module & Connectors Diagram for 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector X-936
  • Connector X-937
  • Door Module
  • Connector X-887
  • Connector X-889
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1992 BMW 850I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1992 BMW 850I  5.0 V12 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Ignition Coil
  • Motronic Control
  • 1992 BMW 850I  5.0 V12 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Alternator
  • Starter
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1992 BMW 850I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 1992 BMW 850I 5.0 V12 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1992 BMW 850I AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1992 BMW 850I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1992 BMW 850I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1992 BMW 850I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1992 BMW 850I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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