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BMW 528I 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 BMW 528I 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 528I cars and light trucks from 1990+
BMW -> Automatic Temperature Control System Diagnosis & Testing -> A/C System Diagnosis & Testing -> 3 Series-Diagnostic Tests -> 5 Series-Diagnostic Tests -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 01-Right Temperature Control Wheel -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 04-Right Heater Sensor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 07-Evaporator Sensor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 10-Outside Sensor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 13-Interior Sensor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 16-Interior Sensor Blower -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 25-Left Temperature Control Wheel -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 28-Left Heater Sensor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 31-Air Flow Control Wheel -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 34-Mixing Air Control Wheel -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 38-Auxiliary Water Pump Relay -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 40-Left Water Valve -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 44-A/C Compressor Signal Or Auxiliary Fan Relay -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 44-A/C Relay/Auxiliary Fan Relay -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 46-Right Water Valve -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 47-A/C Signal To DME Control Unit -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 48-Rear Window Defroster -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 48-Rear Window Defroster Relay -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 52-Fresh Air Flap Motor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 55-Air Recirculation Flap Motor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 56-AUC Signal -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 61-Mixing Air Flap Motor -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 92-Terminal 50 On Longer Than 3 Minutes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 94-Dependent Heating/Independent Ventilation -> Diagnostic Trouble Code 94-Independent Heating/Independent Ventilation -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
The automatic climate control unit is capable of detecting system malfunctions and storing a related diagnostic trouble code. These diagnostic trouble codes may be read from control unit memory using the BMW service tester, or equivalent. Follow manufacturer's instructions to display diagnostic trouble codes.
The display "current defect" indicates that the malfunction currently exists. If a "current defect" applies to the temperature sensors or control wheels, a substitute value provided by the control unit is used. T...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Parking Brake Specifications
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
BMW -> Component Locations -> 5 Series
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS
Refer to Fig. ...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS
Disassemble
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove propeller shaft.
- Lift off retainer
- Drive out knurled pin.
- Press rubber gaiter off constant velocity joint.
- Remove constant velocity joint with a suitable tool.
Assemble
- Recess for sealing disk must face rubber gaiter.
- Constant velocity joint dia. approx. 100mm.
- Constant velocity...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I 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 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Component Replacement -> 1997-2003 -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Antenna -> TPMS Control Module
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 528I 2.8 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 valve stem must be loosely joined together.
- Install the tire pressure sensor on wheel. Ensure the radial bore for gripping on the circumference of t...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace -> Automatic Transmission -> Manual Transmission
Vehicle: 2009 BMW 528I 3.0 L6 GAS
Automatic Transmission
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove intake air manifold.
- Remove nuts and remove cable from starter.
- Remove top and bottom mounting nuts on starter to bell housing.
- Remove nut on support bracket.
- Remove starter motor from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Torque starter motor to bell housing nuts to 10 ft. lbs.
- Torque support bracket to starter nut to 12 in. lbs.
- Torque support bracket to crankcase nut to 10 ft. lbs.
- Torque electrical leads to starter 12 to 24 in. lbs.
Manual Transmission
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove grille from...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 2004-05 645 & 2006-07 525, 530 & 2006-09 550, 650, M5, M6 & 2008-09 528 & 535
Vehicle: 2008 BMW 528I 3.0 L6 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 BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
BMW -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks from 1990+
Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS
Inlet
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
- Reposition hose clamp at heater valve and remove hose.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install.
Outl...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 528I 2.8 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 BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most BMW 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Luggage Compartment Diagram for 2008 BMW 528I 3.0 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Front Cabin Components Diagram for 2008 BMW 528I 3.0 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2000 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2008 BMW 528I 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most BMW 528I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: RELEASE NOTES CIP 17.0 Vehicle: 2000 BMW 528I 2.8 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: ZF 6HP19/6HP26 TRANSMISSIONS - MECHATRONIC SEALING SLEEVE LEAKING - REVISED Vehicle: 2009 BMW 528I 3.0 L6 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 528I AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 528I 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 528I 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 528I 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 528I 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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