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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI 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 645CI cars and light trucks from 1990+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2003-04 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 2004 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.

R-12 leak detectors will not detect R-134a leaks. For R-134a system an electronic type leak detector i...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 645CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06
Vehicle: 2004 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

Inspection interval is determ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 645CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 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.

  • Raise vehicle on lift.
  • Remove rear wheel lug nuts.
  • Apply hand brake.
  • Remove hub cover.
  • Remove collar nut.
  • Assemble suitable tool and remove drive ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI 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 645CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2004 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

When a tire pressure warning light is observed, Check and inflate tire(s) to specified pressures. After correcting the air pressure with the engine off and the ignition on, press the Se...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 645CI cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove bolts securing radiator cover.
  • Disconnect cooling fan sensor connector.
  • Disconnect oil cooler hoses. Drain fluid into suitable container and replace new O-rings upon installation.
  • Lift fan cowl up and push retaining tabs in to remove fan cowl.
  • Remove oil cooler mounting bolts from fan cowl and set aside.
  • Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
  • Remove retainers from lower engine splash shield.
  • Open cap on coolant reservoir. Drain coolant into suitable container and never drain coolant when engine is hot to avoid scalding of skin.
  • Open drain plug on bott...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 645CI 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: 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 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 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 645CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

The Anti-Lock 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. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 645CI cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Remove fan cowl.
  • Remove front underbody protection.
  • Drain coolant using a suitable container.
  • Detach heat e...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 645CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> A/C Compressor Drive Belt -> Alternator Drive Belt
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

Alternator Drive Belt

  • Remove fan clutch and fan impeller.
    • Unfasten cap nut from water pump, using suitable tools.
    • Remove fan wheel with fan coupling from water pump, using suitable spanner wrench. Fan has left handed threads.
  • Mark direction of travel and reinstall drive belt in same direction of travel, if belt is to be reused.
  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable Torx socket to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove the drive belt.
  • Clean pulleys and inspect for ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW 645CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Underbody Components Diagram for 2005 BMW 645CI  4.4 V8 GASUnderbody Components Diagram for 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector X-756
  • Y7
  • Component IDs Diagram for 2004 BMW 645CI  4.4 V8 GASComponent IDs Diagram for 2004 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter
  • Steering Gear
  • Steering Column Adjustment Motor
  • Footwell Flap Motor
  • M6351
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 645CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 BMW 645CI  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Basic Body Module
  • Window Regulator Motor Rear Left
  • Window Regulator Motor Rear Right
  • 2004 BMW 645CI  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Sunroof Tilt Switch
  • Glass Roof Motor
  • Visor Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW 645CI cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BMW MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 4 YEARS - 50,000 MILES - UPGRADEABLE TO 6 YEARS - 100,000 MILES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2004 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: UNEXPECTED LANE DEPARTURE WARNING - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 BMW 645CI 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 645CI AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 645CI 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 645CI 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 645CI 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 645CI 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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