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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+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1993-95 -> Charging System
Vehicle: 1995 BMW M3 3.0 L6 GAS

Use instructions provided with charging station. Follow these procedures to prevent charging station from being accidentally exposed to high-side vehicle system pressure:

  • Do no...

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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+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> 745 -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Control Module -> Front Speed Sensor -> Hydraulic Unit -> M3, 325 & 330 -> M5, 525, 530, 540, 740 & 750 -> Rear Speed Sensor -> X5 -> Z3 -> Z8
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 330I 3.0 L6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems," for procedures.

Component Replacement

Hydraulic Unit
M3, 325 & 330
  • Remove end firewall and seal.
  • Disconnect vacuum lines and electrical connector.
  • Remove master cylinder as outlined in "Hydraulic Brake Systems" section.
  • Mark brake lines for installation alignment.
  • Disconnect brake lines.
  • Disconnect connector.
  • Remove brake lines with rubber grommet from body and press toward engine. Do not bend brake lines.
  • Remove mounting bolts and hydraulic unit.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Bleed brake system as outlined in "Hydraulic Brake Systems" section.
...

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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 Shutoff Switch Location -> 1993-96 3 Series Except Z3
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

The inertia switch...

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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: 1993 BMW 750IL 5.0 V12 GAS

The propeller shaft is adapted to pertinent requirements in reverence to the transmission version, power flow and vibration behavior, so that removal and installation will differ and depend on the version. Only tighten nuts or bolts on the flange end whenever possible to avoid tension in the joint disc.

  • Remove exhaust assembly.
  • Unscrew heat shield.
  • On models with front joint disc, unscrew propeller shaft on transmission.
  • On models with front universal joint, support transmission with special tools 24 0 120 and 00 2 020.
  • Unscrew transmission suspension.
  • Unscrew universal joint on...

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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+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2002 BMW 325I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS

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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: 2003 BMW Z8 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front and rear lower engine covers.
  • Remove mounting nut, then disconnect plug and battery positive lead from stater.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter mounting fr...

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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: 2008 BMW 750I 4.8 V8 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 -> Service Indicator Cluster ->
Vehicle: 2003 BMW 525I 2.5 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+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 BMW 528XI 3.0 L6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at coolant connection and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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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: 2008 BMW 135I 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Remove fan cowl with electric fan.
    • On models equipped with automatic transmissiondetach cooler for automatic transmission from fan cowl.
    • Unclip line from fan cowl.
    • Detach cable strap from fan cowl, then release bolt.
    • Unlock catch from front of fan cowl then remove fan cowl towards top.
  • On all models, release quick-connect fastener 90° on boost pressure pipe, then remove air ...

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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 GASSide Trim Panel, Rear Left Diagram for 2006 BMW 325XI 3.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • X9116
  • High Range Speaker Connector
  • High Range Speaker
  • H9116
  • In Upper LH Rear Door Diagram for 2001 BMW 525I  2.5 L6 GASIn Upper LH Rear Door Diagram for 2001 BMW 525I 2.5 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Door Lock Motor
  • M15
  • X644
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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 X3 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 BMW X3 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Angle Adjustment
  • Driver Seat Forward/Backward Adjustment
  • 2002 BMW 525I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 BMW 525I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Steering Wheel Heater
  • Steering Column Switch Cluster
  • Switch For Steering Wheel Heater And Steering Column Adjustment
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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: MICROFICHE/DISKETTE - SERVICE INFO/EDITION DEC 1993
    Vehicle: 1994 BMW 530I 3.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: POWER TRAIN W/FAULT MEMORY - REPAIRS & COMPONENT R&R
    Vehicle: 1987 BMW M6 3.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
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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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