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BMW 535I CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT BMW REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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drivability specifications, quick lube illustrations, preventive maintenance guide, engine light reset instructions, parts removal and install
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I 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 535I cars and light trucks from 1990+
BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> HEATER CORE, REPLACE -> 318 & 325 -> 525 & 535
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS
318 & 325
- Drain cooling system, then remove cowl panel grille screen and electric wire duct.
- Loosen mounting bolts, then remove air collection box. Air collection box may be difficult to remove.
- Remove water flange and blow air into feed hose to prevent residual coolant in heater core from leaking on interior carpeting.
- Remove lower instrument panel securing nuts.
- Pry out lower trim panel, then remove heater core double pipe.
- Remove securing screw, then remove heater core.
- Reverse procedure to install.
525 & 535
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 535I cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brakes -> DESCRIPTION -> 735 & 750 -> 850 -> H-31 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM -> MASTER CYLINDER
Vehicle: 1990 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS
H-31 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The H-31 hydraulic system, Fig. incorporates a power flow regulator which diverts a small flow of fluid from the power steering operating circuit for the power assisted brake system. It charges the hydraulic reservoir in a high pressure range without impairing the function of power steering. The pressurized hydraulic oil volume is supplied to the booster for the sake of power assistance and is applied by operating the connected standard tandem master cylinder. should the power steering pump fail, the hydraulic reservoir has sufficient reserve pressure to permit...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 535I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
BMW -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1991-96 5 Series
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS
The inertia switch is located below the ...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 535I cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS
The propeller shaft is adapted to pertinent requirements in reverence to the transmission version, power flow and vibration behavior, so that removal and installation will differ and depend on the version. Only tighten nuts or bolts on the flange end whenever possible to avoid tension in the joint disc.
- Remove exhaust assembly.
- Unscrew heat shield.
- On models with front joint disc, unscrew propeller shaft on transmission.
- On models with front universal joint, support transmission with special tools 24 0 120 and 00 2 020.
- Unscrew transmission suspension.
- Unscrew universal joint on...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I 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 535I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor
Vehicle: 2009 BMW 535I 3.0 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 BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 535I cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS
- Disconnect battery.
- Remove air cleaner and air flow sensor.
- Remove tensioner mounting bolt and nut with tensioner.
- Remove drive belt.
- Loosen hydraulic line on power...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 535I 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: 2009 BMW 535I 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 535I AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 535I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> 1990-2003 5 Series Except M5 & X5 -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 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 ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 535I cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS
- After engine has cooled, remove expansion tank cap.
- Using pulley holding tool No. 11 5 030 or equivalent, remove engine cooling fan.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove oil catch tray.
- Remove engine splash guard.
- Unscrew coolant drain plug and drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Disconnect coolant level sender...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 535I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 BMW 535I 3.0 L6 GAS
- Remove fan cowl with electric fan.
- On models equipped with automatic transmission, detach cooler for automatic transmission from fan cowl.
- Unclip line from fan cowl.
- Detach cable strap from fan cowl, then release bolt.
- Unlock catch from front of fan cowl then remove fan cowl ...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most BMW 535I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Engine Diagram for 2008 BMW 535I 3.0 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Safety Components Diagram for 2008 BMW 535I 3.0 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 535I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1993 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1990 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most BMW 535I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: INTAKE/VACUUM SYS LEAKS - NEW DETECTOR SPRAY Vehicle: 1990 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS Symptoms: |
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Document: CLUTCH - SEPARATE FLUID RESERVOIR NOW USED Vehicle: 1987 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 535I AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 535I 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 535I 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 535I 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 535I 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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