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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks from 1990+

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 2004 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Product Compatibility

Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. Refer to for specifications.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some original radios have a coded theft protection cir...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2001 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some original radios have a coded theft protection circuit. Obtain customer's code number before disconnecting the battery, removing fuses from the underhood fuse/relay box or removing the radio.

  • After servicing vehicle, reconnect p...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

Inspection interval is determ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

Front

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

  • Remove rear underbody protection from assemblies.
  • Remove underbody protection at center.
  • Remove bolts transmission companion flange.
  • Remove bolts centering mount flange.
  • Remove front driveline.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures -> Less iDrive -> With iDrive
Vehicle: 2004 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

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

Less iDrive

  • With vehicle in a stationary position, start the engine.
  • Touch turn signal lever up or down until tire pressure warning indicator and RESET appear.
  • Press button on the end of the turn signal lever to confirm selection of tire pressure indicator.
  • Press button on the end of the turn signal lever for approximately five seconds until a check/tick appears ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 BMW 325CI 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 BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1999-2005 3 Series & 2006 M3 & 325C Series
Vehicle: 2001 BMW 325CI 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 BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Check Engine Lamp -> With OBD II
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

The Check Engine lamp will be illuminated when the ignition switch is in the On position and the engine is stopped. If the engine is started, the lamp should go out. If the lamp rem...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 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 BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

  • If reusing belt, mark belt with rotational direction for installation alignment.
  • Lock belt pulley in position using suitable holding tool, then remove water pump fan clutch mounting nut using suitable wrench. Nut has lefthan...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

In RH Rear Door Diagram for 2002 BMW 325CI  2.5 L6 GASIn RH Rear Door Diagram for 2002 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Power Window Switch
  • X647
  • S42
  • Power Window Switch Connector
  • In Water Box Diagram for 2006 BMW 325CI  2.5 L6 GASIn Water Box Diagram for 2006 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground Connector X2041 Connector
  • X2041
  • X2051
  • Connector X2051 Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 BMW 325CI  2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Rear Speed Sensor
  • LH Front Speed Sensor
  • RH Front Speed Sensor
  • Car Access System
  • 2004 BMW 325CI  2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Rear Window Defogger Relay
  • Convertible Top Switch
  • Heating And A/C Control Module
  • Convertible Top Drive
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW 325CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: "CAR AND KEY MEMORY" (CKM) CONFIGURATION - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2003 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: Outside Temperature Display Is Incorrect
    Vehicle: 2001 BMW 325CI 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 325CI AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 325CI 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 BMW 325CI 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 BMW 325CI 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 BMW 325CI 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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