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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I 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 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Seiko/Seiki -> Precautions -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 1998 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Product Compatibility

Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, en...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 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 car so rear suspension compresses to its normal loaded position (to prevent ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Component Locations -> 7 & 8 Series
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Refer to Fig....

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assembly -> Disassembly
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

Disassembly

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove propeller shaft assembly.
  • Remove hose straps.
  • Lift out circlip.
  • Pull off constant velocity joint complete with dust cover.
  • Press knurled head bolts and washers out of constant velocity joint.
  • Press off dust cover.

Assembly

  • Pack new constant velocity joint with 60 grams of grease (HWB). Do not pack inner race with cage since the balls would fall ou...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I 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 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Antenna -> TPMS Control Module
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 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 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove mounting bolts and splash shields.
  • Remove mounting bolts and catalytic converter heat shields.
  • Disconnect righthand oxygen sensor connector from transmission clip.
  • Remove nuts and disconnect star...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1993-2001 7 Series
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Remove cabin air filter cover retaining screw, then open the cover.
  • Depress the cabin air filter duct lock, then lift the cover upward.
  • Release the cabin ai...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> 7 Series -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector

  • Press and hold the reset button located at the top lefthand side of the instrument cluster for 10 seconds.
  • A four line menu should appear on the speedometer display. First line is the Back function followed by three service and maintenance items.
  • A "!" symbol indicates the service or maintenance item can be reset. An "0" symbol indicates the item cannot be reset. The first 20% of the service or maintenance interval is protected against accidental or premature reset.
  • Use the Reset button or lower axial FAS button on the turn signal high beam switch to scr...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water pump and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to i...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 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 740I AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Passenger's Seat Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I  4.4 V8 GASPassenger's Seat Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • S211
  • Seatback Head Adjustment Switch Connector
  • X18312
  • Seatback Head Adjustment Switch
  • Inside Box on Interior Side of LH Door Sill Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I  4.4 V8 GASInside Box on Interior Side of LH Door Sill Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • X1108
  • Cable Shoe Ground
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1995 BMW 740I  4.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter
  • Generator
  • 1998 BMW 740I  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Cigar Lighter
  • Light Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY RECOMMENDATIONS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Document: XENON LAMP COLOR AFTER BULB REPLACEMENT
    Vehicle: 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 740I 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 740I 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 740I 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 740I 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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