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BMW 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 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 cars and light trucks from 1990+
BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Control Module, Replace -> 740, 745, 750 & 760 -> M Coupe, M Roadster & Z4 -> M3, X5, 325 & 330 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540
Vehicle: 2004 BMW 325I 2.5 L6 GAS
M Coupe, M Roadster & Z4
- Remove center console as outlined under "Console, Replace."
- Disconnect Bowden cables, connector and micro-switch.
- Remove control module.
- Reverse procedure to install.
M3, X5, 325 & 330
- Pull heater control out using unlock and fitting tools No. 64-1-010, or equivalent.
- Disconnect connectors and remove controls.
- Reverse procedure to install.
M5, 525, 530 & 540
- On models equipped with MID or IRIS, remove mounting screws and radio. Disconnect connectors.
- On models less MIS or...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Front -> Inspection -> Overhaul -> Rear -> Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS
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Front
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove front tire and wheel.
- Press and hold brake pedal with suitable prop.
- Disconnect brake pipe from connection with hose.
- Remove wear indicator connector from lefthand side.
- Remove mounting bolts and caliper.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Bleed brake system.
- Ensure brake pad wear sensor wire does not contact rotor or wheel.
Rear
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear tire and wheel assembly.
- Drain moderate amount of brake fluid from reservoir using suitable syringe.
- Disconnect and plug caliper hydraulic line.
- Disconne...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 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: 2004 BMW 325XI 2.5 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 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 BMW X5 4.8IS 4.8 V8 GAS
Do not move vehicle with engine power once driveline shaft has been removed.
- Remove complete exhaust system bolts and nuts.
- Remove rear heat shield.
- Remove bolts from transmission companion flange.
- Remove driveshaft rear axle nuts.
- Press constant velocity joint off drive flange using suitable tool. Do not let driveline shaft fall into joints. Joints and rubber sleeve can be damaged on constant velocity joint.
- Grip driveline shaft at center b...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 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 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Description
Vehicle: 2003 BMW 745LI 4.4 V8 GAS
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) monitors the tire inflation pressure while the vehicle is being driven. To achieve this, the tire inflation pressure and tire air temperature are measured at certain intervals by sensors located on each wheel at t...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW Z3 Roadster 2.5 L6 GAS
- Remove nuts and disconnect starter motor electrical connectors.
- Disconnect battery positive cable duct from firewall.
- Disconnect heater valve from bracket to access starter motor.
- Remove starter motor upper mounting bolt.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove lower mounting bolt...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 2002-08 7 Series & Alpina
Vehicle: 2003 BMW 760LI 6.0 V12 GAS
Service interval is determined by the service indicator.
- Open the hood.
- Release the cabin air filter duct clamp, Fig. .
- Depress the cabin air filter duct lock, then lift the cover upward.
- Remove the cabin air filter duct from the fresh air duct.
- Release the cabin air...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
BMW -> Automatic Stability Control (ASC, ASC+) & Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 BMW 328IC 2.8 L6 GAS
The 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. The warning lamp will also flash when the syst...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 BMW Z4 Roadster 3.0SI 3.0 L6 GAS
- Disconnect temperature switch connector.
- Open coolant expansion tank cap and loosen vent screw.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove front splash shield.
- Open radiator plug and drain coolant into suitable container.
- Open plug on righthand side of engine block near cylinder No. 2 and drain coolant into suitable container.
- Remove air duct.
- Lock belt pulley in position using holding tool No. 11 5 030, or equivalent, then remove water pump fan clutch mounting nut using wrench tool No. 11 5 040, or equivalent. Nut has lefthand threads.
- Disco...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 318TI 1.9 L4 GAS
If a belt has been contaminated with antifreeze or oil it should be replaced.
- 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. Turn nut clockwise to remove.
- Loosen tensioner lock bolts, the...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most BMW cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 CKP/RPM Sensor Diagram for 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
 In Luggage Compartment Under Rear Window Shelf Diagram for 2005 BMW 330XI 3.0 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2006 BMW 750LI 4.8 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2008 BMW 328XI 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most BMW cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: IGNITION COIL FAULTS Vehicle: 2009 BMW 135I 3.0 L6 GAS Symptoms: |
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Document: BRAKE PADS - REPLACE - STEERING VIBRATION REPAIR Vehicle: 1990 BMW 325IX 2.5 L6 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 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 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 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 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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