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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Heater Fan Switch, Replace -> 318ti
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS

318ti
  • Remove screw at forward end of console under dash.
  • Open glove compartment and remove upper lefthand screw, then inner t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, dis...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Component Locations -> 3 Series (Including M3, Z3, M Coupe & Roadster)
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> With rear constant velocity joint -> With slide
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS

With slide

Caution: Mark universal joint to drive flange of rear axle. This will eliminate complaints of droning.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove complete exhaust system.
  • Remove heat shield.
  • Unscrew holders for exhaust suspension.
  • Remove clamp.
  • With joint disk, unscrew joint disk on transmission.
  • With universal joint, unscrew universal joint on transmission.
  • Release threaded bush with a suitable tool by a few turns.
  • Unscrew universal joint on final drive.
  • Unscrew center bearing.
  • Kink propeller shaft downwards at center mount and in so doing detach from centering on manual transmission...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS

  • Remove vent tube from alternator.
  • Remove air filter assembly.
  • Disconnect throttle cable, then remove valve cover and intake manifold trim covers.
  • Disconnect ignition coils ground wire.
  • Remove valve cover ignition coils harness wire duct, disconnect harness and position aside.
  • Disconnect cylinder head vent hos...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> Z3 -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS

Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector

On these models the SII reset tool cannot be used. Resetting is possible using the instrument cluster trip odometer reset button. Proceed as follows:

  • Turn ignition Off.
  • Press and hold trip odometer reset button, then turn ignition to "1" (Accessory).
  • Keep odometer reset button depressed for approximately five more seconds until any of following words appear in display: "Oil Service" or "Inspection" with "Reset" or "Re." On models equipped with high cluster, remaining amount of fuel in liters until next service is displayed should appear.
  • Depress and hold odometer ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at coolant pipe and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS

  • Remove fan cowl by lifting out expansion rivets on both sides.
  • Secure fan pulley with suitable securing tool, or equivalent, then remove fan. Fan has lefthand handed threads.
  • Loosen tensioner lock bolts, then turn tensioner with suitable wrench to receive tens...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 BMW Z3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Back-Up Light Switch & Water Valve Diagram for 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GASBack-Up Light Switch & Water Valve Diagram for 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Water Valve
  • Reversing Light Switch
  • Connector X-10065
  • Connector X-85
  • Connector X-8511
  • Washer Wiper Components Diagram for 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GASWasher Wiper Components Diagram for 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Antenna Amplifier AM/FM
  • Right Washer Jet Heater
  • Left Washer Jet Heater
  • Trunk Lock Motor
  • Rear Wiper/Washer Interval Control Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 BMW Z3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Water Valve Assembly
  • AC And Heater Control Panel
  • 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.8 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Servotronic Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 BMW Z3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Manual Trans, Clutches, Linkage, MTX
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 BMW Z3 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 BMW Z3 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 1997 BMW Z3 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 1997 BMW Z3 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 1997 BMW Z3 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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