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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI 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 330CI cars and light trucks from 1990+

BMW -> Cooling Fans -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 2004 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

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

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 330CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

The following procedure has been revised by a Technical Service Bulletin.

Ensure traction control systems are turned Off prior to bleeding brake system.

  • Connect suitable pressure bleeder to brake fluid reservoir. Maximum charging pressure is 43.5 psi.
  • Attach bleeder hose and container to righthand rear wheel. Bleed until no bubbles appear.
  • Repeat previous step for lefthand rear, righthand front and lefthand front wheels.
  • Support rear suspension at wheel carriers and lower vehicle so rear suspension compresses to its normal loaded position (to prevent...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 330CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06
Vehicle: 2006 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

Inspection interval is determ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 330CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2006 BMW 330CI 3.0 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.

  • Remove rear wheel lug nuts.
  • Lower exhaust system at rear.
  • Release stabilizer bar on...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI 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 330CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) monitors the tire inflation pressure while the vehicle is being driven. To achieve this, the tire inflation pressure and tire air temperature are measured at certain intervals by sensors located on each wheel at t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 330CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Twist and carefully pull idle speed sensor connector.
  • Loosen clamp and detach air intake hose then unfasten hose clips.
  • Release air cleaner housing with mass air flow sensor. Separate air cleaner housing from mass air flow sensor.
  • Remove nuts using suitable tool securing fan clutch. Fan cowl may need to be removed to gain access to fan clutch assembly.
  • Remove fan and clutch from coolant pump to remove. Turn fan clutch nuts clockwise to remove because of lefthand threads.
  • Loosen tensioner nut and rotate or lift belt tensioner arm clockwise, using a ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 330CI 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: 2004 BMW 330CI 3.0 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 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 330CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Automatic Transmission Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

The warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is functioning properly. The warning lamp will also flash when the system ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 330CI cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 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 BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 330CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 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 330CI AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW 330CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

On RH Side Of Transmission Diagram for 2002 BMW 330CI  3.0 L6 GASOn RH Side Of Transmission Diagram for 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Reversing Light Switch
  • X8511
  • S8511
  • Reversing Light Switch Connector
  • Behind Glove Box Diagram for 2002 BMW 330CI  3.0 L6 GASBehind Glove Box Diagram for 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • X56
  • K2
  • Horn Relay Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 330CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 BMW 330CI  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Headlamp
  • Light Switch
  • LH Headlamp
  • Footwell Module
  • 2006 BMW 330CI  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Dynamic Stability Control
  • DSC Sensor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW 330CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BM53 RADIO CUTS OFF OR DOESN'T WORK AT ALL - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2003 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Inoperative, No Response
  • Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: OEM TIRE MANUFACTURER WARRANTY COVERAGE CD-ROM
    Vehicle: 2002 BMW 330CI 3.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 330CI AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 330CI 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 330CI 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 330CI 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 330CI 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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