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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 -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> 740, 745, 750 & 760 -> M3, 325 & 330 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540 -> X5 -> Z4
Vehicle: 2003 BMW 540I Sport Wagon 4.4 V8 GAS
M3, 325 & 330
- Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
- Remove heater core as outlined under "Heater Core, Replace."
- Disconnect and remove righthand footwell air duct.
- Disconnect limit switch linkage.
- Remove mounting bolt and actuator drive. Disconnect actuator drive and limit switch connectors.
- Remove mounting bolt and fan limit switch.
- Remove temperature sensor and disconnect connector.
- Disconnect servomotor linkage.
- Disconnect and remove actuator drive. Disconnect connector.
- Remove mounting bolt and plate.
- D...
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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+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 GAS
- Connect suitable pressure bleeder to brake fluid reservoir. Maximum charging pressure is 43.5 psi.
- Attach bleeder hose and container to right rear wheel. Bleed until no bubbles appear.
- Repeat step 2 for left rear, right front and left front wheels.
- Support rear suspension at wheel carriers and lower car so rear suspension compresses to its normal loaded position (to prevent damage to output shaft joints). Wheels must be able to turn freely.
- Attach...
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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 -> Component Locations -> 3 Series (Including M3, Z3, M Coupe & Roadster)
Vehicle: 1991 BMW 325I 2.5 L6 GAS
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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 -> With rear constant velocity joint -> With slide
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 328IS 2.8 L6 GAS
With slide
Caution: Mark universal joint to drive flange of rear axle. This will eliminate complaints of droning.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove complete exhaust system.
- Remove heat shield.
- Unscrew holders for exhaust suspension.
- Remove clamp.
- With joint disk, unscrew joint disk on transmission.
- With universal joint, unscrew universal joint on transmission.
- Release threaded bush with a suitable tool by a few turns.
- Unscrew universal joint on final drive.
- Unscrew center bearing.
- Kink propeller shaft downwards at center mount and in so doing detach from centering on manual transmission...
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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+.
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2005 BMW 530I 3.0 L6 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 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace -> Air Cooled -> Liquid Cooled
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 540I 4.0 V8 GAS
Air Cooled
- Switch off ignition.
- Disconnect and cover battery ground lead.
- Remove alternator drive belt.
- Remove bolts on oil-filter housing.
- Place oil-filter housing to one side.
- Disconnect plug on alternator.
- Remove nut on alternator B+ terminal.
- Unfasten cable clip.
- Unclip cooling air guide.
- Remove alternator mounting bolts.
- Pull out alternator towards front.
- Pull alternator upwards to remove.
- Remove alternator from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Torque alternator B+ terminal nut to 72 to 108 inch lbs.
- Torque alternator mounting bolts to 15 ft. lbs.
Liquid Cool...
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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 -> 1996-2005 5 Series
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 540I Sport Wagon 4.4 V8 GAS
Service interval is determined by the service indicator.
- Open the hood.
- Turn quick-release fastener approximately, 90° counterclockwise. Unlatch the cabin air filter cover retainers.
- Remove the cabin air fi...
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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 -> Service Indicator Cluster ->
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 535I 3.5 L6 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 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 BMW 540I Sport Wagon 4.4 V8 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove mounting bolts and front splash shield.
- Remove radiator plug and drain coolant into suitable container.
- Remove engine block left and righthand plugs, then
- Remove air cleaner cover drain coolant into suitable container.
- Lock belt pulley in position using holding tool No. 11 5 050, or equivalent, then remove water...
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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: 1991 BMW 325IS 2.5 L6 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 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most BMW cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Side Trim Panel, Rear Left Diagram for 2006 BMW 325XI 3.0 L6 GAS Components on diagram: |
Lower LH Side of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1999 BMW 750IL 5.4 V12 GAS Components 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.
2005 BMW 325XI 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1991 BMW 735I 3.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components 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+.
Document: THE LANDSIDE PERSON FINDS THE CALLER SPEAKING FROM AN IPHONE 3G HARD TO UNDERSTAND Vehicle: 2006 BMW 325I 3.0 L6 GAS Symptoms: |
Document: BMW ASSIST OR BLUETOOTH INOPERATIVE, TCU FC# A373 - REVISED Vehicle: 2008 BMW 335I 3.0 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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