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2006 BMW M5 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT BMW REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

Inspection interval is determ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

Do not move vehicle with engine power once driveline shaft has been removed.

  • Remove complete exhaust system bolts and nuts.
  • Remove rear heat shield.
  • Remove bolts from transmission companion flange.
  • Remove driveshaft rear axle nuts.
  • Press constant velocity joint off drive flange using suitable tool. Do not let driveline shaft fall into joints. Joints and rubber sleeve can be damaged on constant velocity joint.
  • Grip driveline shaft at center b...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Reset Procedures -> Less iDrive -> With iDrive
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

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 illuminate...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
  • Remove bolts securing reinforcement plate.
  • Remove bolts from intake hood.
  • Remove retainers securing engine underguard at front, middle, and rear.
  • Support exhaust system with suitable tool an secure jack against falling.
  • Remove nuts from exhaust manifold.
  • Loosen bolts attaching exhaust pipe bracket.
  • Remove reinforcement plate bolts secured to exhaust system and rubber mounts.
  • Remove exhaust system nuts from rear muffler mount and lower exhaust system. Removal of exhaust system will require another person to remove exhaust s...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 2004-05 645 & 2006-07 525, 530 & 2006-09 550, 650, M5, M6 & 2008-09 528 & 535
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

The service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Open the hood.
  • Rotate the quick release fastener 90° counterclockwise, Fig. .
  • Release the retainer located at the side of the cabin air filter cover, the r...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> M5 & X5 -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 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 and ho...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at coolant connection and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> A/C Compressor Drive Belt -> Alternator Drive Belt
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

A/C Compressor Drive Belt

  • Remove lower engine splash shields.
  • Remove intake duct.
  • Unclip coolant lines from fan cowl.
  • Unlock electrical connector for fan and remove.
  • Release retaining screw for fan cowl.
  • Unclip cable, then unclip vent lines.
  • Turn lower hose holder through 90°.
  • Remove fan cowl towards top.
  • Mark the direction of rotation of the drive belt if it is to be reused.
  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

LH Side of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2006 BMW M5  5.0 V10 GASLH Side of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Oil Pressure Switch Connector
  • B2008
  • X2083
  • Rear LH Side of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2006 BMW M5  5.0 V10 GASRear LH Side of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Intensive Washer Pump
  • M5
  • Intensive Washer Pump Connector
  • X110
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 BMW M5  5.0 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Shift Lock Selector Lever Lock
  • 2006 BMW M5  5.0 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Headlamp
  • Brake Light Switch
  • Right Headlamp
  • Car Access System
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Diagnosis Feedback with ISTA
    Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: Turbocharger Installation Tool
    Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 BMW M5 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 2006 BMW M5 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 2006 BMW M5 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 2006 BMW M5 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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