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BMW M5 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 M5 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 M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+
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Vehicle: 2001 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS
Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.
Acura
Integra
When replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 5.0 oz. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 oz. of oil.
When replacing other system components add the following amount of new oil...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Caliper Overhaul -> Caliper, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1993 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS
Caliper, Replace
Front
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheel.
- Drain a moderate amount of brake fluid from reservoir with a syringe.
- Disconnect caliper brake hose.
- Remove caliper bolts and disconnect brake pad wear sensor electrical connector, if necessary.
- Remove caliper toward rear.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Tighten bolts to specifications.
- Bleed brake system.
- Ensure brake pad wear sensor wire does not contact rotor or wheel.
Rear
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
- Drain a moderate amount of brake fluid from reservoir with a syringe.
- Disconne...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
BMW -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except X3 & Z4 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Models w/Fitting Or Union Bolt Connection -> Models w/Fuel Hose Connection -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1992 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.
Fuel System Pressure Relief
- Obtain the vehicle owner's radio theft protection code.
- Remove the fuel pump relay(s).
- Start the engine and allow it to stall.
- Crank engine for 10 seconds to ensure the fuel pressure has been...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2007 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS
Front
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 front wheel lug nuts.
- Remove reinforcement plate.
- Remove engine undercover at front. There is no need to perform a front axle alignment check.
- Remove ABS pulse generator.
- Remove brake caliper and tie back.
- Force steering tie rod off swivel bearing.
- Remove tension strut with guide joint from swivel bearing.
- Remove control arm...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 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 M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2003 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitable scan tool the DLC (Data Link Connector). Follow the scan tool manufacturers instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Identificati...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
- Remove bolts securing reinforcement plate.
- Remove bolts from intake hood.
- Remove retainers securing engine underguard at front, middle, and rear.
- Support exhaust system with suitable tool an secure jack against falling.
- Remove nuts from exhaust manifold.
- Loosen bolts attaching exhaust pipe bracket.
- Remove reinforcement plate bolts secured to exhaust system and rubber mounts.
- Remove exhaust system nuts from rear muffler mount and lower exhaust system. Removal of exhaust system will require another person to remove exhaust s...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 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 M5 5.0 V10 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 M5 AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
BMW -> Service Indicator Cluster ->
Vehicle: 2003 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS
The service indicator cluster is used indicate when periodic maintenance is required. The service indicator consists of one yellow, five green and three red Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), with the inscriptions "Oil Service" and "Inspection." When the ignition switch is turned to the On position, as many as five green LEDs will be illuminated.
The green LEDs will go out when the engine is started. If the yellow LED and one of the inscriptions illuminates with the ignition switch in the On position, and remain on after the engine has started, service the maintenance inscription indicated immediately. ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2010 BMW M5 5.0 V10 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 M5 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> A/C Compressor Drive Belt -> Alternator Drive Belt
Vehicle: 2010 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS
A/C Compressor Drive Belt
- Remove lower engine splash shields.
- Remove intake duct.
- Unclip coolant lines from fan cowl.
- Unlock electrical connector for fan and remove.
- Release retaining screw for fan cowl.
- Unclip cable, then unclip vent lines.
- Turn lower hose holder through 90°.
- Remove fan cowl towards top.
- Mark the direction of rotation of the drive belt if it is to be reused.
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
- Remove...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 RH Front Door Diagram for 2001 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
 On Engine Fan Housing Diagram for 2002 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2003 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1992 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: OPTICAL TESTING AND PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS - OPPS - REVISED Vehicle: 2000 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: WARRANTIES KNOWLEDGE PORTAL Vehicle: 2002 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW M5 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 M5 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 M5 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 M5 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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