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2004 BMW Z4 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 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Instrument Panel, Replace -> 740, 745, 750 & 760 -> Lower -> M3, 325 & 330 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540 -> Upper -> X5
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

The instrument cluster of some models may require coding after removal.

M3, 325 & 330

  • Insert suitable screwdriver through steering wheel rear opening, press lock down and pull driver's air bag module away from steering wheel.
  • Repeat procedure on opposite side of air bag module.
  • Press lock and disconnect driver's air bag module connector. Place air bag aside with impact pad facing upward.
  • Set steering wheel to straight ahead position.
  • Remove mounting bolt and steering wheel.
  • Move steering column to bottom extended position.
  • ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Component Locations -> X3 & Z4
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

On X3 and Z4 models, the fuel...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

Rear

The CV drive shafts differ in length. If required, mark CV drive shafts. The left CV drive shaft is shorter than the right CV drive shaft.

  • Raise vehicle on lift.
  • Remove rear wheel lug nuts.
  • Apply hand brake.
  • Remove hub cover.
  • Remove collar nut.
  • Assemble suitable tool and remove dri...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Removal
  • Dismount tire using suitable tire machine ensuring not to damage tire pressure sensor.
  • Remove the Torx screw, then the tire pressure sensor.
  • Release valve stem union nut using removal tool No. 00 2 190, or equivalent Fig. .
  • Remove washer from wheel.
Installation
  • Install new Torx screw on tire pressure sensor, then twist new valve stem by hand approximately three turns. Do not tighten Torx screw, sensor and v...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Unlock retainer from air cleaner assembly.
  • Loosen clamp and detach air intake hose.
  • Release air intake hose and remove intake filter housing bolts then remove housing.
  • Disconnect S-terminal connector from starter motor solenoid.
  • Remove B+ terminal...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 2004-07 M Coupe, Roadster & 2004-09 Z4
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Remove bottom righthand instrument panel attaching screws, then pull panel as indicated, Fig. .
  • Disconnect plug conn...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2003-09 Z4 -> Less iDrive -> Reset -> With iDrive
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS

Reset

The reset procedure needs to be performed anytime the tire pressure is adjusted or the tires are rotated.

Less iDrive
  • Turn ignition switch to On with vehicle in a stationary position.
  • Press the Tire Pressure Warning/RDC button, located at front console or on the instrument panel, until the indicator lamp on the instrument panel is illuminated...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS

Lower

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> A/C Compressor Drive Belt -> Alternator Drive Belt
Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS

A/C Compressor Drive Belt

  • Mark direction of travel and reinstall drive belt in same direction of travel, if belt is to be reused.
  • Remove splash guard, if required.
  • On models equipped with hydraulic tensioner,remove dust cab. Push back belt tensioner at bolt connection of guide pulley and remove drive belt.
  • On models equipped with mechanical tensioner,press back drive belt tensioner at hexagon head or Torx socket and remove drive belt.
  • On all models, clean pulleys and inspect for any bent or damaged pulleys.
  • Rever...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 BMW Z4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Diagram for 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • B11c
  • Connector X4711
  • Luggage Compartment Diagram for 2004 BMW Z4 3.0I 3.0 L6 GASLuggage Compartment Diagram for 2004 BMW Z4 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector X605
  • A18
  • A400
  • Connector X10209
  • Connector X10266
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 BMW Z4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Distribution
  • Passenger Seat Adjustment
  • Passenger Seat Forward Back Motor
  • 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn
  • Horn Switch
  • Power Distribution
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 BMW Z4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Manual Trans, Clutches, Linkage, MTX
  • Document: Diagnosis Feedback with ISTA
    Vehicle: 2004 BMW Z4 2.5I 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 BMW Z4 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 BMW Z4 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 2004 BMW Z4 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 2004 BMW Z4 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 2004 BMW Z4 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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