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1999 BMW 323IC 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 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Receiver, Replace -> 323iC & 328iC & 2000 323i & 328i & 1999 323i & 328i Sedans -> 528i & 540i -> 740i, 740iL & 750iL -> M3, 318i, 318ti, 323is & 328is & 1998 323i & 328i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

Do not remove the new receiver plugs until the unit is ready to be connected to the refrigerant lines.

M3, 318i, 318ti, 323is & 328is & 1998 323i & 328i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Disconnect righthand vertical headlamp range adjuster connector.
  • Turn adjuster approximately 45° and lever ball pin out of bracket.
  • Remove righthand driving lamp cover.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Disconnect refrigerant lines and plug openings, Fig. .
  • Remove mounting bolts and underbody panels.
  • Disc...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

Refer t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except X3 & Z4 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Models w/Fitting Or Union Bolt Connection -> Models w/Fuel Hose Connection -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Obtain the vehicle owner's radio theft protection code.
  • Remove the fuel pump relay(s).
  • Start the engine and allow it to stall.
  • Crank engine for 10 seconds to ensure the fuel pressure has been...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

Rear

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove rear exhaust pipe.
  • Disconnect stabilizer from rear axle carrier and tilt down.
  • Remove axle nut.
  • Remove mounting bolts and remove halfshaft from diff...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle
  • Remove mounting bolts and front axle support reinforcement plate.
  • Lower transmission approximately 0.2 inch.
  • Remove vacuum tank from exhaust flap, as required.
  • Disconnect fuel line clips.
  • Disconnect Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
  • Remove nuts and disconnect starter motor electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter motor.
  • Re...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1999-2005 3 Series & 2006 M3 & 325C Series
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Open the hood.
  • Turn the three cabin air filter cover retainers 1/4 turn.
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover.
  • Rotate the cabin filter cover retainers 45°, then ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> 3 Series & M3 -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 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.
  • On all models, depress ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

Lower

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 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 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1999 BMW 323IC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Wiper Motor Diagram for 1999 BMW 323IC  2.5 L6 GASWiper Motor Diagram for 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Wiper Motor
  • ABS Hydraulic Unit
  • Water Valve Assembly
  • Connector M-3
  • Connector X-13
  • Oxygen Sensors Diagram for 1999 BMW 323IC  2.5 L6 GASOxygen Sensors Diagram for 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Immobilizer Control Module
  • Driver Makeup Mirror Switch
  • Connector E-35
  • Connector X-401
  • Connector X-1659
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1999 BMW 323IC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1999 BMW 323IC  2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Rear Defogger
  • Thermostat
  • Antenna Amplifier AM/FM
  • HIFI Amplifier
  • 1999 BMW 323IC  2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Switch
  • Check Engine Soon
  • Fuel Gauge
  • Engine Control Module
  • Electronic Immobilizer Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1999 BMW 323IC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323IC 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Manual Trans, Clutches, Linkage, MTX
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1999 BMW 323IC AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1999 BMW 323IC 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 1999 BMW 323IC 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 1999 BMW 323IC 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 1999 BMW 323IC 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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