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1. 020 8 Manual Transmission Fluid 020 8 Automatic Transmission Fluid 020 8 Final Drive Gear Oil 020 9 Brake Fluid AN 020 9 Engine Coolant Anti freeze 020 9 Power Steering Fluid 020 9 ENGINE OIL SERVICE 020 9 Engine oil checking level 020 9 Engine oil and filter enanging a 020 9 ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAINTENANCE aaaea naa o 020 10 Air filter replacing 020 11 Spark plugs replacing LA 020 11 Idle Speed AAA tall 020 12 Battery checking and cleaning o 020 12 Battery replacing lt 020 12 Accelerator and Throttle Linkage 020 13 Engine Drive Belts 020 13 V belt replacing 4 cylinder engines built up to 1 94 020 13 Poly ribbed belt replacing 4 cylinder engines built from 1 94 and all 6 cylinder engines 020 13 Cooling System Service 020 14 Power steering fluid checking level ee ee 020 14 Oxygen SensorS oooooo o Heb 020 15 MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 020 1 UNDER CAR MAINTENANCE el 020 16 Fuel filter replacing ete 020 16 Tires checking inflation pressure 020 17 Tires rotating o 020 117 Wheels aligning 020 17 Brake system inspecting
2. 1992 Gasoline Diesel and Turbo Diesel including 16V Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0342 0 Corrado Official Factory Repair Manual 1990 1994 Volkswagen United States ISBN 0 8376 0387 0 Passat Service Manual 1990 1993 including Wagon Volkswagen United States ISBN 0 8376 0378 1 Cabriolet and Scirocco Service Manual 1985 1993 including 16V Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0362 5 Volkswagen Fox Service Manual 1987 1993 including GL GL Sport and Wagon Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0363 3 Rabbit Scirocco Jetta Service Manual 1980 1984 Gasoline Models including Pickup Truck Convertible and GTI Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0183 5 Rabbit Jetta Service Manual 1977 1984 Diesel Models including Pickup Truck and Turbo Diesel Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0184 3 Super Beetle Beetle and Karmann Ghia Official Service Manual Type 1 1970 1979 Volkswagen United States ISBN 0 8376 0096 0 Beetle and Karmann Ghia Official Service Manual Type 1 1966 1969 Volkswagen United States ISBN 0 8376 0416 8 AUDI SERVICE MANUALS Audi 100 A6 Official Factory Repair Manual 1992 1997 including S4 S6 quattro and Wagon models Audi of America ISBN 0 8376 0374 9 Audi 80 90 Coupe Quattro Official Factory Repair Manual 1988 1992 including 80 Quattro 90 Quattro and 20 valve models Audi of America ISBN 0 8376 0367 6 Audi 100 200 Official Factory Repair Manual 1988 1991 Audi of America ISBN 0 8376 0372 2 Audi 5000
3. BMW 3 Series Service Manual _ M3 318i 323i 325i 328i Sedan Coupe and Convertible 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 E Bentley Publishers Cambridge Massachusetts Versi n electr nica licenciada a Hernan Fulco hfulco iplan com ar tel 54 11 4855 3088 Buenos Aires Argentina Technical Contact Information We value your feedback Technical comments and suggestions are helpful to us Please send your comments and thoughts to Bentley Publishers Information that makes 1734 Massachusetts Avenue a the difference Cambridge MA 02138 USA email tech bmw rb com 800 423 4595 617 547 4170 From time to time updates may be made to this www rb com e mail sales rb com manual A listing of updates can be found on the web at www rb com updates WARNING Important Safety Notice Do not use this manual unless you are familiar with basic automotive repair procedures and safe workshop practices This manual illustrates the workshop procedures required for most service work lt is not a substitute for full and up to date information from the vehicle manufacturer or for proper training as an automotive technician Note that it is not possible for us to anticipate all of the ways or conditions under which vehicles may be serviced or to provide cautions as to all of the possible hazards that may result The vehicle manufacturer will continue to issue service information updates and parts retrofits af
4. CAUTION Multi viscosity engine oils should not be used in the manual transmission Use of such an oil could shorten the service life of the transmission Manual Transmission Fluid The manual transmissions installed in the E36 models are normally filled with automatic transmission fluid ATF although alternative synthetic lubricants may have been used from the factory depending on transmission type and model year Con sult 230 Manual Transmission for additional information on identifying the type of fluid installed Automatic Transmission Fluid The automatic transmissions installed in the E36 models are normally filled with Dexron III automatic transmission fluid ATF although alternative fluids have been installed from the factory depending on transmission type and model year Some transmission are filled with a special BMW life time automatic transmission fluid which does not require periodic fluid changes Consult 240 Automatic Transmission for ad ditional fluid specification information NOTE The transmission lubricant type can be found on the type plate on the side of the transmission Consult an authorized BMW dealer for alternate fluid use and the most up to date information regarding transmission op erating fluids 11 4855 3088 Buenos Aires Argentina
5. Electrical Testing Many electrical problems can be understood and solved with only a little fundamental knowledge of how electrical circuits function Electric current only flows in a complete circuit To operate every electrical device in the car requires a complete circuit in cluding a voltage source and a path to ground The positive side of the battery is the original voltage source and ground is any return path to the negative side of the battery whether through the wiring harness or the car body Except for portions of the charging system all electrical current in the car is direct current DC and flows from positive to negative Switches are used to turn components on or off by complet ing or interrupting the circuit A switch is open when the circuit is interrupted and closed when the circuit is completed Fig 5 shows a basic circuit schematic See 600 Electrical System _ General for electrical troubleshooting Ignition Direction of current flow Front power distribution box Fusible Light bulb consumer Battery Q Vehicle chassis Fig 5 Schematic representation of simple circuit for tight bulb Igni tion switch is shown closed making circuit complete BUYING PARTS 010 6 FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER Wire Repairs Repairs to a wiring harness require special care to make the repair permanent The wire ends must be clean if frayed or oth
6. we suggest you leave such repairs to an authorized BMW dealer service department or other quali fied shop e Do not re use any fasteners that are worn or deformed in normal use Many fasteners are designed to be used only once and become unreliable and may fail when used a second time This includes butis not limited to nuts bolts washers self locking nuts or bolts circlips and cotter pins Always replace these fasteners with new parts e Never work under a lifted car unless it is solidly supported on stands designed for the purpose Do not support a car on cinder _ blocks hollow tiles or other props that may crumble under contin uous load Never work under a car that is supported solely by a jack Never work under the car while the engine is running e if you are going to work under a car on the ground make sure that the ground is level Block the wheels to keep the car from roll ing Disconnect the battery negative terminal ground strap to prevent others from starting the car while you are under it Never run the engine unless the work area is well ventilated Carbon monoxide kills Finger rings bracelets and other jewelry should be removed so that they cannot cause electrical shorts get caught in running machinery or be crushed by heavy parts e Tie long hair behind your head Do not wear a necktie a scarf loose clothing or a necklace when you work near machine tools or running engin
7. 0 8376 0162 2 Glory Days When Horsepower and Passion Ruled Detroit Jim Wangers ISBN 0 8376 0208 4 Alfa Romeo Owner s Bible Pat Braden with foreword by Don Black ISBN 0 8376 0707 9 Ford F Series Pickup Owner s Bible Moses Ludel ISBN 0 8376 0152 5 Harley Davidson Evolution V Twin Owner s Bible Moses Ludel ISBN 0 8376 0146 0 Jeep Owner s Bible Moses Ludel ISBN 0 8376 0154 1 Toyota Truck amp Land Cruiser Owner s Bible Moses Ludel ISBN 0 8376 0159 2 The Racing Driver Denis Jenkinson ISBN 0 8376 0201 7 FUEL INJECTION Ford Fuel Injection and Electronic Engine Control 1988 1993 Charles O Probst SAE _ ISBN 0 8376 0301 3 _ Ford Fuel Injection and Electronic Engine Control 1980 1987 Charles O Probst SAE ISBN 0 8376 0302 1 Bosch Fuel Injection and Engine Management Charles O Probst SAE ISBN 0 8376 0300 5 VOLKSWAGEN Gina Dance MANUALS New Beetle Service Manual 1998 1999 _ Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0385 4 Jetta Golf GTI Cabrio Service Manual 1993 early 1999 including VR6 and TDI Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0366 8 Eurovan Official Factory Repair Manual 1992 1999 Volkswagen of America ISBN 0 8376 0335 8 Volkswagen Inspection Maintenance I M Emission Test Handbook 1980 1997 Volkswagen of America ISBN 0 8376 0394 3 Passat Official Factory Repair Manual 1995 1997 Volkswagen of America ISBN 0 8376 0380 3 GTI Golf and Jetta Service Manual 1985
8. 020 3 NOTE For reference the BMW Inspection and Inspection Il requirements are approximately equivalent to the main tenance requirements that other European manufac turers specify Inspection is normally due at intervals with a maximum of 15 000 miles or 12 months Inspec tion Il is normally due at intervals with a maximum of 30 000 miles or 24 months Resetting Service Indicator When the specified maintenance has been carried out the service indicator memory should be reset The service indicator is reset using a special tool The tool is plugged into the diagnostic connector in the engine compart ment See Fig 2 0 Fig 2 Service indicator reset tool installed in ees connector aftermarket tool shown CAUTION Follow the manufacturers directions when reset ting the service indicator If the reset procedures are done incorrectly the reset tool or the electron ic service indicator may be damaged Aftermarket reset tools can be purchased from one of the fol lowing manufacturers Assenmacher Specialty Tools Boulder CO 80301 303 530 2424 Peake Research Automotive Products Division P O Box 28776 San Jose CA 95159 408 369 0406 MAINTENANCE TABLES Table a b c and d on the following pages list the routine maintenance tasks specified by BMW The intervals for most of these tasks are determined by the Service Indicator The main tenance intervals for a few additional it
9. Faults such as a failed oxygen sensor or a faulty fuel injector can turn the light on causing the exhaust or evaporative emissions to exceed a specified limit The engine can be safely driven with the light on although the emission systems should be checked as soon as possible See 100 Engine General for more infor mation on the Check Engine Light and the On board diagnostic system Dim Lights Headlights and instrument panel illumination that are dim or gradually getting dimmer generally indicate a problem with the battery or charging system The battery charge indicator light may come on as the lights are dimming In either case the en gine and accessories are running off of the battery alone and will soon discharge it altogether If possible do not stop the engine unless you have the capa bility to jump start it There may not be enough power in the starting system to restart the engine Instead turn off as many electrical consumers as possible This will reduce the current drain and will allow the car to be driven farther before you lose all battery power With the engine and ignition off check for loose or corroded battery cables or wires at the battery or the alternator Discon necting cleaning and reinstalling corroded wires and connec tors may solve the problem Also check drive belt tension as described in 020 Maintenance Program Towing The cars covered by this manual should be towed with a tow truck usin
10. all of the possible hazards that may result your car or result in an unsafe repair If you have doubts for these or other reasons about your ability to perform safe repair work on your car have the work done at an authorized BMW dealer or other qualified shop This section of the manual is intended to help the beginner get started To begin with there is a discussion on How To Use This Manual Tips on mechanic s skills and workshop practic es that can help the beginner do a faster and more thorough job can be found under Getting Started The basic tools needed to do most of the procedures in this manual are found under Tools The section ends with a quick reference guide to Emer gencies including basic troubleshooting and information on how to gauge the seriousness of a problem GENERAL Versi n electr nica licenciada a Hernan Fulco hfulco iplan com ar tel 54 1 1 4855 3088 Buenos Aires Argentina A A A He A Poda How TO USE THIS MANUAL The manual is divided into nine sections O GENERAL DATA AND MAINTENANCE 1 ENGINE 2 TRANSMISSION 3 SUSPENSION STEERING AND BRAKES 4 BODY 5 BODY EQUIPMENT 6 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7 EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS O GENERAL DATA AND MAINTENANCE covers the rec ommended maintenance schedules and service procedures needed to perform BMW scheduled maintenance work Also within this section is the 010 Fundamentals for the Do lt Yourself Owner
11. cal System 611 Wipers and Washers 640 612 Heating and Air Conditioning Switches and Electrical Accessories 650 Radio Equipment and p Seat Belts o Accessories 721 Airbag System SRS i Electrical Wiring Diagrams A mase ee eT eR thas LO 0 mr arene spc a AID AS A NA E ra rt a Cues e FA mm el l E A A A A A rr A ia A i a et A Automotive Books From Robert Bentley BMW SERVICE MANUALS BMW 7 Series Service Manual 1988 1994 7351 7351L 740i 740iL 750iL Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0328 5 BMW 3 Series Service Manual 1992 1998 M3 318i 323i 325i 328i Sedan Coupe and Convertible Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0326 9 BMW Z3 Service Manual 1996 1998 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder models Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0327 7 BMW 3 Series Service Manual 1984 1990 3181 325 325e es 325i is and 325i Convertible Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0325 0 BMW 5 Series Service Manual 1989 1995 5251 530i 535i 540i including Touring Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0319 6 BMW 5 Series Service Manual 1982 1988 528e 5331 5351 535is Robert e ISBN 0 8376 0318 8 ENTHUSIAST TITLES _ Complete Roundel 1969 1998 30 Years of the Magazine of the BMW Car Club of _ America CD ROM ISBN 0 8376 0322 6 Unbeatable BMW Eighty Years of Engineering and Motorsport Success Jeremy Walton ISBN 0 8376 0206 8 BMW 6 Series Enthusiast s Companion Jeremy Walton ISBN 0 8376 0149
12. erwise damaged cut off the end If the wire is too short Splice in a new piece of wire of the same size and make two connec tions Use connectors that are designed for the purpose Crimped on or soldered on connectors are best Crimp connectors and special crimping pliers are widely available If soldering use needlenose pliers to hold the wire near the solder joint and cre ate a heat dam This keeps the heat and the solder from trav eling up the wire Always use a Solder made specifically for electrical work rosin core NOTE Twisting wires together to make a repair is not recom mended Corrosion and vibration will eventually spoil the connection and may lead to irreparable damage to sensitive electronic components Insulate the finished connection Electronics stores can sup ply heat shrinkable insulating tubing that can be placed onto the wire before connecting slid over the finished joint and shrunk to a tight fit with a heat gun or hair dryer The next best alternative is electrical tape Make sure the wire is clean and free of solder flux or other contamination Wrap the joint tightly to seal out moisture See 600 Electrical General for more in formation BUYING PARTS Many of the maintenance and repair tasks in this manual call for the installation of new parts or the use of new gaskets and other materials when reinstalling parts Most often the parts that will be needed should be on hand before
13. in creased risk of accident or mechanical failure while driving CAUTION A caution calls attention to important precautions to be observed during the repair work that will help prevent accidentally damaging the car or its parts GETTING STARTED 010 2 FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER NOTE A note contains helpful information tips that will help in doing a better job and completing it more easily Please read every WARNING CAUTION and NOTE at the front of the manual and as they appear in repair procedures They are very important Read them Defor you begin any maintenance or repair job Some WARNINGs and CAUTIONS are repeated wherever they apply Read them all Do not skip any These messages are important even to the owner who never intends to work on the car GETTING STARTED Most of the necessary maintenance and minor repair that an automobile will need can be done with ordinary tools even by owners with little or no experience in car repair Below is some important information on how to work safely a discussion of what tools will be needed and how to use them Safety Although an automobile presents many hazards common sense and good equipment can help ensure safety Many acci dents happen because of carelessness Pay attention and stick to these few important safety rules WARNING e Never run the engine in the work area unless it is well ventilated The exhaust sho
14. section which contains basic instructions tips and helpful hints for do it yourself maintenance and repair The next seven sections 1 through 7 are repair based and are further broken down into three digit repair groups Each ma jor section begins with a General repair group e g 100 En gine General These 00 double zero groups are mostly descriptive in nature covering topics such as theory of opera tion and troubleshooting The remainder of the repair groups contain the more involved repair information The last major section contains detailed electrical wiring diagram schematics A master listing of the 9 major sections and the correspond ing individual repair groups can be found on the inside front cover e Each repair group Soie with a Table of Contents listing the major subject headings within the group Page numbers throughout the manual are organized according to the repair group system For example you can expect to find repair infor mation on brakes Repair Group 340 beginning on page 340 1 A comprehensive index can be found atthe back of the man ual Warnings Cautions and Notes Throughout this manual are many passages with the head ings WARNING CAUTION or NOTE These very Teora headings have different meanings WARNING The text under this heading warns of unsafe practic es that are very likely to cause injury either by direct threat to the person s performing the work or by
15. special tools mentioned in this manual are simply the best thing to use to do the job correctly In these cas es the tool is identified with a BMW part number See your au thorized BMW dealer parts department for information on how to order special tools There are some jobs for which expensive special tools are essential and not a cost effective purchase for one time repair by the do it yourself owner This manual includes such repairs for the benefit of those with the necessary experience and ac cess to tools For the do it yourselfer the need for special tools is noted in the text and whether or not BMW dealer service is recommended EMERGENCIES Changing a Tire Stop the car on as flat a surface as possible in a place where you can be easily seen by other drivers Avoid stopping just over the crest of a hill Turn on the emergency flashers and set out flares or emergency markers well behind the car Chock the wheel wheel chock located in trunk diagonally opposite to the one being changed Passengers should get out of the car and stand well away from the road Remove the spare tire from the spare tire storage tray as described later WARNING If a tire goes flat while driving pull well off the road Changing a tire on a busy street or highway is very dangerous If necessary drive a short distance on the flat tire to get to a safe place It is much better to ruin a tire or rim than to risk being hit Tak
16. tools including a set of metric wrenches and sockets screwdrivers a torque wrench and fe ler gauges since these ba sic tools will be used to do the majority of the maintenance and repair procedures described in this manual This manual includes detailed information on these basic tools and other tips for the begin ner in the first section of the manual entitled 010 Fundamentals for the Do It Yourself Owner For some of the repairs described in this manual BMW technicians use special tools The text will note when a repair requires these special tools and where possible will recommend practical alter natives ASEO ce ea We have endeavored to ensure the highest degree of accuracy possible When the vast array of data presented in the manual is taken into account however no claim to infallibility can be made We therefore cannot be responsible for the result of any errors that may have crept into the text The publisher encourages comments from the readers of this manual with regard to any errors and al so suggestions for improvement in the presentation of technical materia These communications have been and will be carefully considered in the preparation of future printings of this and other manuals Please contact Robert Bentley Inc using the contact information on the copyright page at the beginning of this manual BMW offers extensive warranties especially on components of the fuel delivery and emissions control systems The
17. 13 A wide low drain pan will fit more easily under the car Use a funnel to pour the new oil into the engine TOOLS 010 10 FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER B021FNG Fig 13 Oil change equipment includes drain plug wrench 17mm 8 qt drain pan and funnel Torque Wrench A torque wrench is used to precisely tighten threaded fasten ers to a predetermined value Many of the repair procedures in this manual include BMW specified torque values in Newton meters Nm and the equivalent values in foot pounds ft lb Several types of torque wrenches are available They all do the same job but Offer different convenience features at differ ent prices Two typical torque wrenches are shown in Fig 14 The most convenient ones have a built in ratchet and can be preset to indicate when a specific torque value has been reached Follow the wrench manufacturer s directions for use to achieve the greatest accuracy A torque wrench with a range up to about 150 Nm 185 ft lb has adequate capacity for most of the repairs covered in this manual For recommended torque values of 10 Nm or below the English system equivalent is given in inch pounds in Ib These small values may be most easily reached using a torque wrench calibrated in inch pounds To convert inch pounds to foot pounds divide by 12 TOOLS BO18FNG Fig 14 Torque wrenches Inexpensive beam type top is adequate but must be read visual
18. 5 BMW Enthusiast s Companion BMW Car Club of America ISBN 0 8376 0321 8 BMW Notecards Series 1 Photography by Klaus Schnitzer ISBN 0 8376 0211 4 A French Kiss With Death Steve _ McQueen and the Making of Le Mans Michael Keyser ISBN 0 8376 0234 3 The Speed Merchants A Journey Through The World of Motor Racing 1969 72 Michael Keyser ISBN 0 8376 0232 7 Mustang 5 0 Technical Reference amp Performance Handbook _ Al Kirschenbaum ISBN 0 8376 0210 6 Maximum Boost Designing Testing and Installing Turbocharger Systems Corky Bell ISBN 0 8376 0160 6 Volkswagen Sport Tuning for Street and Competition Per Schroeder ISBN 0 8376 0161 4 Sports Car and Competition Driving Paul Fr re with foreword by Phil Hill ISBN 0 8376 0202 5 The Design and Tuning of Competition A Engines Philip H Smith 6th edition revised by David N Wenner ISBN 0 8376 0140 1 Going Faster The Skip Barber Racing School Carl Lopez ISBN 0 8376 0227 0 Think To Win Don Alexander with foreword by Mark Martin ISBN 0 8376 0070 7 The Technique of Motor Racing Piero _ Taruffi with foreword by Juan Manuel Fangio ISBN 0 8376 0228 9 Race Car Aerodynamics Joseph Katz ISBN 0 8376 0142 8 The Scientific Design of Exhaust and Intake Systems Philip H Smith and Jolin Ce Morrison ISBN 0 8376 0309 9 Volkswagen Model Documentation Joachim Kuch ISBN 0 8376 0078 2 Volkswagen Beetle Portrait of a Legend Edwin Baaske ISBN
19. An adjustable wrench can be a useful addition to a small tool kit See Fig 11 It can substitute in a pinch if two wrenches of the same size are needed to remove a nut and bolt Use extra care with adjustable wrenches as mey tend to loosen slip and damage fasteners BOOBFNG Fig 11 Adjustable wrench Compared to a wrench of the correct size an adjustable wrench is always second best They should only be used when the correct size wrench is not available Choose one of average size range about 6 to 8inchesinlength Jack Stands o Strong jack stands are extremely important for any work that is done under the car Use only jack stands that are designed for the purpose Blocks of wood concrete bricks etc are not safe or suitable substitutes WARNING A jack should be used only to raise the vehicle and should not be used to support the car for a long pe riod Always use jack stands to support a raised ve hicle Jack stands are available in several styles A typical jack stand is shown in Fig 12 The best ones are made of heavy ma terial for strength have a wide base for stability and are equipped to positively lock in their raised positions Get the best ones available Oil Change Equipment Changing engine oil requires a 17mm socket or wrench to loosen and tighten the drain plug and a drain pan at least 8 qt capacity An oil filter wrench is not required These items are shown in Fig
20. E36 model The code E36 is BMW s internal code for the basic plat form shared by all of the cars covered by this manual Except for the engine and a few other compo nents the models covered by this manual share many of same components such as suspension parts body panels and the interior pieces When ordering parts especially body parts knowing the E36 code may be helpful BMW also uses an internal code for the engines used in the 3 Series models Consult the text in the 100 Engine General repair group of this manual for a complete listing of engine codes Engine code information is primarily used internally by BMW but may be helpful if you have access to BMW technical information For the BMW owner with basic mechanical skills this manual gives detailed maintenance and re pair information In addition the BMW owner who has no intention of working on his or her own car will find that owning and reading this manuai will make it possible to be better informed and to dis cuss repairs more intelligently with a professional technician This manual has been prepared from the repair information that BMW provides to its factory trained technicians and has been developed primarily with the do it yourself BMW owner in mind The aim throughout has been clarity and un derstanding with practical descriptions step by step procedures and accurate specifications The BMW owner intending to do maintenance and repair should have a set of
21. Engine oil with filter change 5 01 5 3 US qt 5 01 5 3 US qt 6 5 1 6 9 US at 6 5 6 9 US qt S50US engine 6 5 6 9 US qt S52US engine 6 01 6 3 US qt Manual transmission oil M42 engine M44 engine M50 engine M52 engine S50US engine S52US engine M42 engine M44 engine M50 engine API service SH or M52 engine SJ See 230 Manual Transmission for fluid specification information Continued FLUID AND LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Version electronica licenciada a Hernan Fulco hfulco iplan com ar tel 54 Table e Fluids and Lubricants continued Approximate Specification capacity Automatic transmission fluid ATF drain and fill additional fluid required when installing a dry torque converter A4S 310R A4S 270R A5S 310Z See 240 Automatic Transmission for fluid specification information Final drive drain and fill Lifetime fluid no fluid change required 4 cylinder 6 cylinder BMW SAF XO synthetic oil ex limited slip BMW SAF XLS synthetic oil limit ed slip 1 11 1 2US qt 1 71 1 8US qt Power steering fluid All models permanently sealed Dexron 119 ATF no drain plug Brake fluid All models 7 SAE Dot4 Engine coolant M42 engine M44 engine M50 engine M52 engine S50US engine S52US engine 6 51 6 9 US qt 6 5 1 6 9 US qt 10 51 11 1 US qt 50 BMW anti 10 51 11 1US qt freeze 50 water 10 75 I 11 4 qt 10 751 11 4 at
22. GRAM Table c Inspection Il Service New parts required Warm engine Dealer service recommended required Maintenance item Engine compartment maintenance inspect V belt Poly ribbed drive condition Check V belt tension if applicable Lubricate throttle linkage Replace air filter Change oil and oil filter Replace spark plugs Repair Group 120 Check brake clutch fluid level Check battery acid level and correct as necessary Repair Group 121 Check engine coolant level and anti freeze protection and add as necessary Inspect for cooling system leaks Repair Group 170 Under car maintenance Change automatic transmission fluid Repair Group 240 Change manual transmission oil Repair Group 230 Check clutch plate for wear Repair Group 210 Check drive axle boots for leaks Repair Group 330 Change final drive fluid 1995 and later models change synthetic oil every 2nd Inspection Il Replace fuel filter Check fuel tank fuel lines and all connections for leaks Inspect exhaust system Repair Group 180 Check steering gear and steering linkages Check power Seia system for leaks Check fluid level Repair Group 320 woa Inspect brake system for damaged hoses and lines leaks or damage Remove calipers and check brake pad wear Check brake rotors for scoring damage Repair Group 340 Check parking brake operation adjust cable if necessary Check thickness of parking brake lin ings Repair G
23. OURSELF OWNER 010 1 010 Fundamentals for the Do It Yourself Owner GENERAL o A ere HOW TO USE THIS 5 MANUAL fi has ade as Warnings Cautions and Notes GETTING STARTED E Safety Se aes Seer ite eae ee Lifting the Car osreb wart ee Raising car safely phe dee Working under car safely o Ade ADVICE FOR THE BEGINNER oe eee Planning Ahead A a sae Cleanliness Rises PE Non reusable Fasteners T Tightening Fasteners codo Gaskets and SealsS Electrical TESTING cw cea cae eee Wire Repairs Hoi E BUYING PARTS TEEPEE Genuine BMW Parts ee Non returnable Parts 5 Information You Need to Know SERVICE a haus A Aree GENERAL TOOLS aras 010 8 Basic Tool Requirements 010 8 Jack Stands ee 010 9 Oil Change Equipment aan 010 9 Torque WrencCh oooooooo o 010 10 Feeler Gauges 0 oooooooo oo 010 10 Digital Multimeter ao o 010 10 BMW Special Tools e a aaa aa 010 11 EMERGENCIES pe elke tna a e O Changing a Tire 010 11 Car Will Not Start we 010 11 Jump Starting Car 010 12 Overheating E hare eee ape TE 010 12 Low Oil Pressure A O1018 Brake Fluid Level ee e
24. S 5000CS Official Factory Repair Manual 1984 1988 Gasoline Turbo and Turbo Diesel including Wagon and Quattro Audi of America ISBN 0 8376 0370 6 Audi 5000 5000S Official Factory Repair Manual 1977 1983 Gasoline and Turbo Gasoline Diesel and Turbo Diesel Audi of America ISBN 0 8376 0352 8 Audi 4000S 4000CS and Coupe GT Official Factory Repair Manual 1984 1987 including Quattro and Quattro Turbo Audi of America ISBN 0 8376 0373 0 SAAB OFFICIAL SERVICE MANUALS Saab 900 16 Valve Official Service Manual 1985 1993 Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0312 9 Saab 900 8 Valve Official Service Manual 1981 1988 Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0310 2 VOLVO SERVICE MANUAL Volve 240 Service Manual 1983 1993 Robert Bentley ISBN 0 8376 0285 8 Robert Bentley has published service manuals and automobile books since 1950 Please write Robert Bentley Inc Publishers at 1734 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge MA 02138 visit our web site at http www rb com or call 1 800 423 4595 for a free copy of our complete catalog including titles and service manuals for Jaguar Triumph Austin Healey MG and other cars Foreword This service manual covers 1992 through 1998 BMW 3 Series models and is specifically de signed to cover only those models built for sale in the United States goto BMW and most accessories and parts sellers specializing in BMWs refer to the 3 Series cars covered by this manual as the
25. ake fluid as it can damage the car s paint Finally o keep rubber parts such as hoses and belts free from oil or gasoline as they will cause the material to soften and fail prematurely Non reusable Fasteners Many fasteners used on the cars covered by this manual must be replaced with new ones once they are removed These include but are not limited to bolts nuts self locking nylock etc cotter pins studs brake fittings roll pins clips and wash ers Genuine BMW parts should be the only replacement parts used for this purpose i Some bolts are designed to stretch during assembly and are permanently altered rendering them unreliable once removed These are known as torque to yield fasteners Always replace fasteners where instructed to do so Failure to replace these fasteners could cause vehicle damage and personal injury See an authorized BMW dealer for applications and ordering information Tightening Fasteners When tightening the bolts or nuts that attach a component it is always good practice to tighten the bolts gradually and evenly to avoid misalignment or over stressing any one portion of the component For components sealed with gaskets this method helps to ensure that the gasket will seal properly and complete ly Where there are several fasteners tighten them in a se quence alternating between opposite sides of the component Fig 4 shows such a sequence for tightening six bolts atta
26. available then plain water can be used but the cool ant should later be drained and refilled with the proper mixture of anti freeze and water FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER 010 13 If steam is coming from the engine compartment then there is most likely a burst coolant hose or a large leak in the cooling system To find the leak look for signs of coolant leakage on hoses at hose connections or on the radiator Let the engine cool thoroughly then add coolant or water to fill the system and start the engine If a great deal of water or coolant flows out of the hole then the car should not be driven until repairs are made If there is slight seepage then it may be possible to drive a short distance adding coolant as needed Low Oil Pressure if the red engine oil pressure warning light illuminates imme diately stop the car and turn off the engine Have the vehicle flat bedded or towed to an authorized service center and have the engine oil pressure checked NOTE i Detailed information on checking the oil pressure is covered in 119 Lubrication System Brake Fluid Level The brake fluid level warning light may be an indicator of brake fluid loss Problems with the brake system should be checked and repaired immediately See 340 Brakes for more information Check Engine Warning Light If the CHECK ENGINE warning light comes on or flashes it indicates that an emissions related fault has occurred
27. beginning the job Read the introductory text and the complete procedure to de termine which parts will be needed NOTE For some bigger jobs partial disassembly and inspec tion are required to determine a complete parts list Read the procedure carefully and if necessary make other arrangements to get the necessary parts while your Car is disassembled Genuine BMW Parts Genuine BMW replacement parts from an authorized BMW dealer are designed and manufactured to the same high stan dards as the original parts They will be the correct material manufactured to the same specifications and guaranteed to fit and work as intended by the engineers who designed the car Some genuine BMW parts have a limited warranty Versi n electr nica licenciada a Hernan Fulco hfulco iplan com ar tel 54 1 1 4855 3088 Buenos Aires Argentina FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER 010 7 Many independent repair shops make a point of using genu ine BMW parts even though they may at times be more expen sive They know the value of doing the job right with the right parts Parts from other sources can be as good particularly if manufactured by one of BMWs original equipment suppliers but it is often difficult to know BMW is constantly updating and improving their cars often making improvements during a given model year BMW may recommend a newer improved part as a replacement and your authorized dealer s parts
28. bolted together Once a gasket has been used it is no longer capable of making as good a seal as when new and is much more likely to leak For this reason gaskets should not be reused Always pian to use new gaskets for any reassembly Some gaskets such as head gaskets are directional Make sure that these are in stalled correctly This same logic applies to any part used for sealing including rubber O rings and copper sealing washers ADVICE FOR THE BEGINNER pe eee In places where a shaft must pass through a housing flexible lip seals are used to keep the lubricating oil or grease from leak ing out past the rotating shaft Seals should never be reused once they have been removed When removing a seal be care ful not to scratch or otherwise damage the metal surfaces Even minor damage to sealing surfaces can cause seal damage and leakage The key to seal installation is to get the seal in straight without damaging it Use a seal driver that is the same diameter as the seal housing to gently and evenly install into place If a proper size seal driver is not available a socket of the right size will do When installing a seal it a good idea to coat the seal with oil to aid installation Some seals are directional and special instal lation instructions apply Make sure it is installed with the lip fac ing the correct way Normally the lip faces the inside Note the installation direction of the old seal before removing it
29. ching a typical component Repeat the sequence until all the bolts are evenly tightened to the proper specification For some repairs a specific tightening sequence is neces sary or a particular order of assembly is required Such special conditions are noted in the text and the necessary sequence is described or illustrated Where no specific torque is listed Ta ble a can be used as a general guide for tightening fasteners WARNING i 3 a Table a is a general reference only The values list ed in the table are not intended to be used as a sub stitute for torques specifically called out in the text throughout this manual _ gt BOOTFNG Fig 4 General sequence for alternately tightening multiple fasten ers E S i NOTE a E 3 gt e Metric bolt classes or grades are marked on the bolt head e Do not confuse wrench size with bolt diameter size For a listing of the common wrenches used on vari ous bolt diameters see Basic Tool Requirements Table a General Bolt Tightening Torques in Nm max permissible Bolt diameter Bolt Class according to DIN 267 Gaskets and Seals The smoothest metal mating surfaces still have imperfec tions that can allow leakage To prevent leakage at critical joints gaskets of soft form fitting material are used to fill in the imperfections To be most effective gaskets are designed to crush and be come thinner as the mating parts are
30. ck stands See 010 Fundamentals for the Do it Yourself Owner e Battery acid electrolyte can cause severe burns Flush contact area with water seek medical attention e Aerosol cleaners and solvents may contain hazardous or deadly vapors and are highly flammable Use only in a well ventilated area Do not use on hot surfaces engines brakes etc e Do not remove coolant reservoir or radiator cap with the engine hot Danger of burns and engine damage continued on next page Vil Please read these warnings and cautions before proceeding with maintenance and repair work CAUTION _ See also Warnings on page vii O If you lack the skills tools and equipment or a suitable work shop for any procedure described in this manual we suggest you leave such repairs to an authorized BMW dealer or other qualified shop e BMW is constantly improving its cars and sometimes these changes both in parts and specifications are made applicable to earlier models Therefore part numbers listed in this manual are od for reference only Always check with your authorized BMW dealer parts department for the latest information O Before starting a job make certain that you have all the neces sary tools and parts on hand Read all the instructions thoroughly do not attempt shortcuts Use tools appropriate to the work and use only replacement parts meeting BMW specifications Make shift tools parts and procedures will not
31. department will know about it and provide it The BMW parts organization is best equipped to deal with any BMW parts needs Non returnable Parts Some parts cannot be returned for credit even if they are the wrong parts for the car The best example is electrical parts which are almost universally considered non returnable be cause they are so easily damaged internally Buy electrical parts carefully and be as sure as possible that a replacement is needed especially for expensive parts such as electronic control units It may be wise to let an authorized BMW dealer or other qualified shop confirm your diagnosis be fore replacing an expensive part that cannot be returned Information You Need to Know Model When ordering parts it is important that you know the correct model designation for your car Models covered in this manual are E36 3 Series in both 4 and 6 cylinder configura tions Model Year This is not necessarily the same as date of manufacture or date of sale A 1997 model may have been manufactured in late 1996 and perhaps not sold until early 1997 Itis still a 1997 model Model years covered by this man ual are 1992 to 1998 Date of Manufacture This information is helpful when or dering replacement parts or determining if any of the warranty recalls are applicable to your car The label on the driver s door below the door latch will specify the month and year that the car was built Vehicle Identification Nu
32. e Intervals 020 7 e Fluids and Lubricants ere as 020 8 Versi n electr nica licenciada a Hernan Fulco hfulco iplan com ar tel 54 11 4855 3088 Buenos Aires Argentina 020 2 MAINTENANCE PROGRAM GENERAL The information given in this repair group includes the routine checks and maintenance steps that are both required by BMW under the terms of the vehicle warranty protection and recom mended by BMW to ensure long and reliable vehicle operation NOTE Aside from keeping your car in the best possible condi tion proper maintenance plays a role in maintaining full protection under BMW s new car warranty coverage If in doubt about the terms and conditions of your car s warranty an authorized BMW dealer should be able to explain them BMW has taken a unique approach to establishing mainte nance intervals BMW s Service Indicator System computes maintenance intervals based not only on elapsed mileage but also on such inputs as engine speed engine temperature number of starts and length of trips At the appropriate time the system indicates through lights in the instrument cluster when the next routine maintenance is due NOTE BMW is constantly updating their recommended main tenance procedures and requirements The informa tion contained here is as accurate as possible at the time of publication If there is any doubt about what pro cedures apply to a specific model or model year
33. e engine should be run for at least an hour to re charge the sal Overheating If the temperature gauge needle goes into the red band on the gauge face the coolant temperature is too high Find a safe place to stop and turn the engine off Open the hood and allow the engine to cool until the temperature gauge needie is at the lower third of the scale Continuing to drive an overheated car can cause extensive engine damage WARNING Do not remove the coolant reservoir or radiator cap with the engine hot Undoing either could spray hot coolant and cause burns or damage the engine CAUTION Do not add cold water or coolant to a hot eng ne Engine damage could result from the sudden tem perature change NOTE If the engine cannot be safely turned off make sure the air conditioner is off and turn the heater to high This will help cool the engine until a safe stopping place can be reached i Overheating may be caused by low coolant level or a dam aged engine drive belt Visually check the coolant leve and en gine belts as described in 020 Maintenance Program If the coolant level is low check the filler cap hoses clamps and ra diator for signs of leakage Check for leaks at the water pump on the front of the pens If no leaks are found add coolant after the engine has cooled The car can be driven but have the cooling system thoroughly checked as soon as possible If replacement cool ant is not
34. e the jack and tools from the tool area beneath the trunk mat Remove the spare tire from the tire storage tray Loosen the wheel bolts while the car is on the ground but leave them a little snug Place the jack in the lifting point nearest the wheel being changed lifting points are shown in Fig 1 and Fig 2 Use a board to provide a firm footing for the jack if the ground is soft Raise the car only far enough so that the wheel is fully off the ground and then remove the wheel nuts and the wheel i Install the spare wheel install the wheel nuts and tighten them by hand then lower the car With all wheels on the ground fully tighten the nuts in a crisscross pattern Torque the wheel nuts when installing the wheel Check the inflation pres sure of the spare tire o Tightening torques 3 e Wheel to wheel hub 100 10 Nm 74 7 ft lb Car Will Not Start If the engine turns over slowly or not at all especially on cold mornings the battery may not be sufficiently charged Jump starting the battery from another car may help WARNING On cars with manual transmission push starting or tow starting a car is not recommended by BMW NOTE Pe a sk Be sure to read the cautions under Jump Starting Car prior boosting a low battery Failure to follow the cau tions may result in damage to the electronic compo nents in the car If the engine is turning over at normal speed with the starter motor the batte
35. eae 020 17 Brake pad rotor wear checking 020 17 Brake fluid replacing 020 17 Parking brake checking 020 17 Exhaust system inspecting 020 18 Manual Transmission Service 020 18 Manual transmission fluid ee oe checking and filling dea a 020 18 Automatic Transmission Service 020 18 Front suspension and steering Images s So INSPECINO a4 xual sw ois ta wks 020 18 Rear suspension inspecting 020 18 Final drive oil level checking 020 18 Fuel tank and fuel lines inspecting 020 19 Clutch fluid checking ree re 020 19 Drive axle joint boots inspecting 020 19 BODY AND INTERIOR MAINTENANCE 020 19 Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance 020 19 Body and hinges lubricating 020 19 Seat BeltS aa eee 020 20 Exterior WashinQ lt lt lt oo oooco o 020 20 WAN A Poe bee Ra a ea 020 20 Polishing POC ee OE et E 020 20 Washing Chassis eee E eer 020 20 Special Cleaning lt 020 20 Interior Care oooocoommmmos 020 20 Leather Upholstery and Trim 020 20 TABLES a Oil Service A aka A A a a 020 4 b Inspection Service ooooooooooo 020 5 c Inspection ll Service aia 020 6 d Scheduled Maintenance Time Mileag
36. eck parking brake operation adjust cable if necessary Repair Group 340 Inspect front and rear suspension including wheel bearings for play Repair Group 320 330 Inspect wheels and tires including spare check tire pressure and condition Body and Interior Maintenance Lubricate door hinges and hood latch hood hinges Check headlight and driving light aiming and adjust as necessary Check operation of headlights parking lights back up lights license plate lights interior lights glove box light engine compartment light trunk light instrument panel lights turn signals emer gency flashers stop lights horns headlight flasher and dimmer switch Replace ventilation A C micro filter Check function of air conditioning Repair Group 640 Tx O T Check function of seat belts Repair Group 720 hi 4d Check tightness of mounting screws on airbag front crash sensors Airbag Repair Group 721 ar Check windshield washer fluid level and concentration add as necessary Check operation of washer system Check condition of wiper blades Repair Group 611 Tighten nuts and bolts for door locks and striker plates Replace batteries for alarm remote control in master key where applicable O EA Road Test _ Check braking performance steering HVAC manual or automatic transmission and mirrors MIT Service Interval Reset Reset service indicator using special reset tool PO MAINTENANCE T BLES 020 6 MAINTENANCE PRO
37. eck windshield washer fluid level and concentration add as necessary Check operation of washer system Check condition of wiper blades Repair Group 611 Road Test B Check braking performance steering heating and ventilation manual or automatic transmis sion and mirrors Service Interval Reset Reset service indicator using special reset tool MAINTENANCE TABLES MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 020 5 Table b Inspection Service Tools required New parts required Warm engine Dealer service recommended required Maintenance item Engine compartment maintenance Change oil and oil filter Check brake clutch fluid leve Check battery acid level and correct as necessary Repair Group 121 Check engine coolant level and anti freeze protection and add as necessary inspect for cooling system leaks Repair Group 170 Lubricate throttle linkage Under car maintenance Check transmission for external leaks Check manual transmission oil level and add as necessary Repair Group 230 Check final drive lubricant and add as necessary Check fuel tank fuel lines and all connections for leaks Inspect exhaust system Repair Group 180 Check steering rack and steering linkages Check power steering system for leaks Check fluid level Repair Group 320 inspect brake system for damaged hoses and fines leaks or damage Remove Sipe and check brake pad wear Check brake rotors for scoring damage Repair Group 340 Ch
38. ee 010 13 Check Engine Warning Light a a 010 13 Dim c sarna o 010 13 TOWINQ pd 010 13 Spare PartSKit 010 14 TABLES a General Bolt Tightening Torques i me in Nm max permissible 010 5 WARNING Your common sense and good judgment are crucial to safe and successful service work Read proce Although the BMW is a sophisticated and complex machine basic maintenance can be accomplished by an interested own er with mechanical skills and the right information Most of the preventive maintenance that is required in the lifetime of the av erage BMW is well within the capabilities of the do it yourselfer dures through before starting them Think about whether the condition of your car your level of me chanical skill or your level of reading comprehen sion might result in or contribute in some way to an occurrence that might cause you injury damage WARNING Do not use this manual unless you are familiar with basic automotive repair procedures and safe work shop practices This manual illustrates the work shop procedures required for most service work it is not a substitute for full and up to date information from the vehicle manufacturer or for proper training as an automotive technician Note that it is not pos sible for us to anticipate all of the ways or conditions under which vehicles may be serviced or to provide cautions as to
39. electrical system Do not smoke or work near heaters or other fire hazards Keep an approved fire extinguisher handy O Friction materials such as brake pads or shoes or clutch discs contain asbestos fibers or other friction materials Do not create dust by grinding sanding or by cleaning with compressed air Avoid breathing dust Breathing any friction material dust can lead to serious diseases and may result in death Batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas during charging Keep sparks lighted matches and open flame away from the top of the battery If hydrogen gas escaping from the cap vents is ignited it will ignite gas trapped in the cells and cause the battery to explode Connect and disconnect battery cables jumper cables or a bat tery charger only with the ignition switched off to prevent sparks Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is running e Do not quick charge the battery for boost starting for longer than one minute Wait at least one minute before boosting the bat tery a second time e Do not allow battery charging voltage to exceed 16 5 volts If the battery begins producing gas or boiling violently reduce the charg ing rate Boosting a sulfated en at a high charging rate can cause an explosion O The air conditioning system is filled with chemical refrigerant which is hazardous The A C system should be serviced only by trained technicians using approved refrigerant recovery recycling equi
40. ems are based on either elapsed mileage or time These intervals are indicated i in sepa rate tables JN Except where noted the maintenance items listed apply to all models and model years covered by this manual The columns on the right side of each table give quick reference information about the job The bold text references the repair groups where additional repair information can be found MAINTENANCE TABLES 020 4 MAINTENANCE PROGRAM Table a Oil Service New parts required n w _ eg Q ba q Q ER Warm engine required Maintenance item Engine compartment maintenance Change oil and oil filter Check fluid levels coolant steering brake clutch ATF Under car maintenance _ Check steering rack and steering linkages for leaks and excess play Repair Group 320 Dealer service recommended Inspect brake system Check brake calipers rotors and brake pad thickness Inspect for dam aged hoses and lines leaks or damage Check hand brake adjust cable if necessary Repair Group 340 Check and adjust tire pressures including spare Body and interior maintenance Check operation of exterior and interior lights including glove box light engine compartment light trunk light instrument panel lights horns headlight flasher and dimmer switch Check o headlight and driving light aiming 6 Electrical System Check function condition of seat belts Repair Group 720 Ch
41. er grip on tight nuts and bolts 6mm to 19mm sockets are the most needed sizes Below is a list of typical bolt diameters and the corresponding wrench siz es FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER 010 9 Bolt Diameter and Wrench Size A od peed ean O 8mm M6 O hak 10 MM SNS AER 12 mm or 13 mm NO di 17 mm A a era iia eee eat ee 19 mm E iia E A patel ae ete a eee arc Rte 22mm Spark Plug Socket A special socket for spark plugs is the correct size is deep enough to accommodate a spark plug s length and includes a rubber insert to both protect the spark plug from damage and grip it for easier removal See Fig 9 BOO3FNG Fig 9 Spark plug socket Pliers Afew ofthe many types of pliers are shown in Fig 10 Most are used for holding irregular objects senang or crimp ing Some have special applications BOO6FNG Fig 10 Pliers From left snap ring needlenose de cando mass p ont and locking Vise Grip A needlenose plier i is sd ior gripping small and poorly ac cessible objects and is useful for wiring ano other electrical work A locking plier such as the Vise Grip is useful because of its tight grip Snap ring and circlip pliers with special tipped jaws are used to remove and install snap rings or circlips A Channel lock or water pump plier has adjustable jaws that can be quickly _changed to match the size of the object being held to give great er leverage f
42. er section of speedometer Oil Service The Oil Service indicator signals the need for the most basic level of routine maintenance BMW s required oil service speci fies changing the engine lubricating oil and the engine oil filter after the engine has been warmed up BMW recommended ad ditional maintenance for this service is listed in Table a NOTE a For reference the BMW Oil Service requirements are approximately equivalent to the maintenance that 7 Al other European manufacturers specify at intervals with a maximum of every 7 500 miles or 6 months CA U TION Be sure to follow the instructions for PR the Oil Service indicator light The Inspection indica tor can be accidentally reset rendering its function inaccurate Inspection and Inspection II The Inspection indicator signals the need for more compre hensive maintenance and inspection There are two sets of in spection requirements Inspection and Inspection II These inspections alternate throughout a car s maintenance history If the last inspection interval was Inspection the next inspection interval following an Oil Service will be Inspection II the next after that will be Inspection I and so on Inspection tasks are listed in Table b Inspection II in cludes most of the tasks from Inspection with additional In spection tasks A complete listing of Inspection II taste are listed in Table c MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
43. es If your hair clothing or jewelry were to get caught in the machinery severe injury could result e Do not attempt to work on your car if you do not feel well You increase the danger of injury to yourself and others if you are tired upset or have taken medication or any other substance that may keep you from being fully alert e Illuminate your work area adequately but safely Use a portable safety light for working inside or under the car Make sure the bulb is enclosed by a wire cage The hot filament of an accidentally bro ken bulb can ignite spilled fuel or oil e Catch draining fuel oil or brake fluid in suitable containers Do not use food or beverage containers that might mislead someone into drinking from them Store flammable fluids away from fire haz ards Wipe up spills at once but do not store the oily rags which can ignite and burn spontaneously Always observe good workshop practices Wear goggles when you operate machine tools or work with battery acid Gloves or other protective clothing should be worn whenever the job requires working with harmful substances O Greases lubricants and other automotive chemicals contain toxic substances many of which are absorbed directly through the skin Read the manufacturer s instructions and warnings carefully Use hand and eye protection Avoid direct skin contact e Disconnect the battery negative terminal Ground strap whenever you work on the fuel system or the
44. even if the correct code is then entered Always make sure ignition is off before disconnecting battery e Label battery cables before disconnecting On some models battery cables are not color coded e Disconnecting the battery may erase fault code s stored in con trol module memory Using special BMW diagnostic equipment check for fault codes prior to disconnecting the battery cables If the Check Engine light is illuminated see 100 Engine General for On Board Diagnostics OBD fault code information If any other system faults have been detected indicated by an illuminated warning light see an authorized BMW dealer O if anormal or rapid charger is used to charge battery the battery must be disconnected and removed from the vehicle in order to avoid damaging paint and upholstery Do not quick charge the battery for boost starting for longer than one minute Wait at least one minute before boosting the bat _ tery a second time _ e Connect and disconnect a battery id only with the battery charger switched off O Sealed or maintenance free palates should be slow charged only at an amperage rate that is PAPI 10 of the bat tery s ampere hour Ah rating e Donotallow battery charging voltage to exceed 16 5 volts If the battery begins producing gas or boiling violently reduce the charg ing rate Boosting a sulfated battery at a high 099 rate can cause an explosion FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT Y
45. g wheel lift or flat bed equipment Do not tow the car on all four wheels except for very short distances to move it to a safe place A towing eye is provided in the luggage compartment tool kit The towing eye can be screwed into the front or rear AA See Fig 18 and Fig 19 i 0013128 Fig 18 Pry open rear tow lug access panel When towing the car from the front with the rear wheels on the ground a maximum distance of 20 miles is acceptable If the car needs to be towed further have the rear wheels placed on dollies CAUTION A e Do not tow with sling type equipment The front spoilers and bumper covers may sustain dam age e Towing a BMW with an automatic Granmesi with the rear wheels on the ground can result in transmission damage due to lack of lubrication and should be avoided EMERGENCIES 010 14 FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER iii 0013129 Fig 19 Install rear tow lug into threaded hole If absolutely necessary cars with automatic transmissions can be towed with the rear wheels on the ground but the tow should not exceed 25 miles 40 km at speeds at or below 30 mph 35 km h Be sure the transmission fluid has been topped off before starting the tow Always tow the car with the transmis sion lever in N neutral If the tow must exceed 25 miles 40 km add one quart of ATF to the transmission or better yet re move the driveshaft Be sure to drain
46. ht is best be cause it gives off less heat If using a light with a normal incandescent bulb use rough service bulbs to avoid breakage The hot filament of an accidentally broken bulb can ignite spilled fuel or oil e Keep sparks lighted matches and any open flame away from the top of the battery Hydrogen gas emitted by the battery is highly flammable Any nearby source of ignition may cause the battery to explode e Never lay tools or parts in the engine compart ment or on top of the battery They may fall into confined spaces and be difficult to retrieve be come caught in belts or other rotating parts when the engine is started or cause electrical shorts and damage to the electrical system The fuel system is designed to retain pressure even when the ignition is off When working with the fuel system loosen the fuel lines slowly to al low the residual pressure to dissipate gradually Take precautions to avoid spraying fuel Lifting the Car For those repairs that require raising the car the proper jack ing points should be used to raise the car safely and avoid dam age There are four jacking points from which the car can be safely raised The jack supplied with the car by BMW can only be used at the four side points just behind the front wheel or just in front of the rear wheel See Fig 1 WARNING e When raising the car using a floor jack or a hy draulic lift carefully position the jack pad to pre
47. ly Ratchet type bottom can be pre set to indicate click when torque value has been reached Feeler Gauges Feeler gauges are thin metal strips of precise thickness used to measure small clearances They are normally available as a Set covering a range of sizes See Fig 15 BO20FNG Fig 15 Feeler gauge set Digital Multimeter Many of the electrical tests in this manual call for the mea surement of resistance ohms or voltage values For safe and accurate tests of ignition fuel injection and emission control systems the multi meter shown in Fig 16 should be digital with high at least 10 000 ohms input impedance Some meters have automotive functions such as dwell and pulse width that are useful for troubleshooting ignition and fuel injec tion problems CAUTION The DME system central body electronics and other electronic systems may be damaged by the high current draw of a test light with a normal in candescent bulb As a general rule use a high im pedance digital multimeter or an LED test light for all electrical testing FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER 010 11 ipia Fig 16 Multimeter or Digital Voit Onmmeter DVOM BMW Special Tools Some of the more challenging repairs covered in this manual call for the use of BMW special tools This however does not automatically mean that the job is too complicated or out of reach of the novice 7 Many of the BMW
48. ly used but grips on only two sides It can spread apart and slip off more easily The box end wrench has better grip on all six sides of a nut or bolt _ A 12 point box end can loosen a nut or bolt where there is less room for movement while a 6 point box end provides bet ter grip For hex fasteners on fluid lines like brake lines and fuel lines a flare nut wrench offers the advantages of a box end wrench with a slot that allows it to fit over the line TOOLS BOOSFNG Fig 7 Common flat blade top and Phillips bottom screwdrivers Offset screwdriver right is used for screws with limited ac cess B002FNG Fig 8 Types of wrench heads From left open end 12 point box end 6 point box end flare nut The combination wrench is the most universal It has one open end and one box end 10mm and 13mm wrenches are the most common sizes needed A more complete set of wrenches would include 6mm through 19mm sizes Sockets Sockets perform the same job as box end wrench es but offer greater flexibility They are used with a ratchet han dle for speed and convenience and can be combined with extensions and universal joints swivels to reach fasteners more easily Sockets come with different size connections to drive handles or extensions called the drive size The most common drive sizes are in 3 8 in and in Sockets come in 6 point and 12 point styles For use with a ratchet the 6 point offers a bett
49. make good repairs 0 Use pneumatic and electric tools only to loosen threaded parts and fasteners Never use these tools to tighten fasteners espe Cially on light alloy parts Always use a torque wrench to tighten fasteners to the tightening torque specification listed Be mindful of the environment and ecology Before you drain the crankcase find out the proper way to dispose of the oil Do not pour oil onto the ground down a drain or into a stream pond or lake Dispose of in accordance with Federal State and Local laws O if battery power is lost or the battery has been disconnected the power windows must be re initialized Both one touch up down and pinch protection will be inactive until windows are re initial ized See 512 Door Windows e The control module for the anti lock brake system ABS cannot withstand temperatures from a paint drying booth or a heat lamp in excess of 203 F 95 C and should not be subjected to temper atures in excess of 185 F 85 C for more than two hours viii O Before doing any electrica welding on cars equipped with ABS disconnect the battery negative terminal em strap and the _ ABS control unit connector O On cars equipped with anti theft radios make sure you know the correct radio activation code before disconnecting the battery or removing the radio If the wrong code is entered into the radio when power is restored that radio may lock up and be rendered inoperable
50. mber VIN This is a combination of letters and numbers that identify the particular car The VIN appears on the state registration document and on the car it self One location is in the rear of the engine compartment an other in the lower left corner of the windshield The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHT SA requires passenger cars with a high theft rate to have the VIN marked on specific parts of the car when manufactured On BMW cars these parts are identified by an adhesive label Original body panels and other large components are identi fied by a label bearing the VIN and two BMW roundel logos Re placement parts have a similar label bearing one BMW roundel logo and the letters DOT R See Fig 6 Parts or assemblies bearing the label are the engine transmission front and rear bumpers front fenders rear quarter panels hood trunk lid and doors These labels should not be removed as they will tear apart WBADK00000000 0 000 O B328FUN Fig 6 Labels used to identify parts Original equipment label with VIN number and roundel logos top and replacement part la bel with one roundel logo Engine 3 Series cars covered in this manual are powered by either a 4 or 6 cylinder engine For information on engine codes and engine applications see 100 Engine General Transmission The transmission type with its identifying code may be important when buying clutch parts seals gas kets and o
51. or what intervals should be followed remember that an authorized BMW dealer has the latest information on factory recommended maintenance BMW Service Indicator The BMW Service Indicator notifies the driver when mainte nance is required The service indicator consists of multiple light emitting diodes LEDs typically five green one yellow and one red as well as OIL SERVICE and INSPECTION indi cators When the ignition is turned on the green LEDs come on They go out when the engine is started After the Service Indi cator is reset all green LEDs will be illuminated with the key on As the car is driven in normal use fewer and fewer green LEDs will be illuminated before start up nen that the next main tenance interval is approaching When the car has accumulated sufficient use to require the next maintenance interval the yellow LED will come on along with either the OIL SERVICE indicator or the INSPECTION in dicator These LEDs will stay on after the engine is started If maintenance service is delayed the red LED will also illuminate as a reminder that maintenance service is overdue An OIL SERVICE interval will always be followed by an IN SPECTION interval which will then be followed by an OIL SER VICE interval and so on See Fig 1 GENERAL 220140 240 23456 S432 OILSERVICE INSPECTION eo ees cn as ae e 0012461 Fig 1 Service indicator display in low
52. or pump out the added flu id once the tow has been completed NOTE e ATF draining and filling is covered in 240 Automatic Transmission e Driveshaft removal is covered in 260 Driveshaft EMERGENCIES Spare Parts Kit Carrying a basic set of spare parts can prevent a minor breakdown from turning into a major annoyance Many of the following items won t allow you to do major repair work on the car but they will help in the event of the failure of something that can disable the car or compromise its safety Spare Parts Kit Basic Contents e Drive belt V belt or poly ribbed e Engine oil one or two quarts Engine coolant 1 gallon of premixed 50 50 anti freeze and water o e Fuse assortment 7 5A 10A 15A 20A e Radiator hoses upper and lower Spare Parts Kit Additional Contents e Exterior lighting bulbs headlight brakelight turn signal and taillight Wiper blades Brake fluid new unopened bottle DOT 4 specification e Main relay for DME system Versi n electr nica licenciada a Hernan Fulco hfulco iplan com ar tel 54 1 1 4855 3088 Buenos Aires Argentina 020 Maintenance Program GENERAL A a A 020 2 BMW Service Indicator 020 2 OSO ICO cir td 020 2 Inspection and Inspection ll 020 2 Resetting Service Indicator 020 3 MAINTENANCE TABLES 020 3 FLUID AND LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
53. pment trained in related safety precautions and familiar with regulations governing the discharging and disposal of automotive chemical refrigerants e Do not expose any part of the A C system to high temperatures such as open flame Excessive heat will increase system pressure and may cause the system to burst e Some aerosol tire inflators are highly flammable Be extremely cautious when repairing a tire that may have been inflated using an aerosol tire inflator Keep sparks open flame or other sources of ignition away from the tire repair area Inflate and deflate the tire at least four times before breaking the bead from the rim Com pletely remove the tire from the rim before attempting any repair e Cars covered by this manual are equipped with a supplemental restraint system SRS that automatically deploys an airbag s in the event of a frontal impact The airbag s is inflated by an explo sive device Handled improperly or without adequate safeguards can be accidently activated and cause serious injury The ignition system produces high voltages that can be fatal Avoid contact with exposed terminalis and use extreme care when working on a car with the engine running or the ignition switched on Place jack stands only at locations specified by manufacturer The vehicle lifting jack supplied with the vehicle is intended for tire changes only A heavy duty floor jack should be used to lift vehicle before installing ja
54. refore before deciding to repair a BMW that may still be covered wholly or in part by any warranties issued by BMW of North America consult your authorized BMW dealer You may find that he can make the repair either free or at minimum cost Regardless of its age and whether or not it is still protected by warranty your BMW is an easy car to get serviced So if at any time a repair is needed that you feel is too difficult to do yourself a trained BMW technician is ready to do the job for you Each authorized BMW dealer service depart ment has made a significant investment in service and diagnostic test equipment specials tools and BMW original parts It is also the best source of the most up to date repair and service tech niques which includes factory training and technical literature Servicing your BMW through an au thorized BMW dealer will insure that your investment will be protected while maintaining the highest degree of service standards Robert Bentley A A es a e AA NON ee fm sre mee ett vi Version electronica licenciada a Hernan Fulco hfulco iplan com ar tel 54 11 4855 3088 Buenos Aires Argentina Please read these warnings and cautions before proceeding with maintenance and repair W FK WARNING O See also Cautions on page viii e Some repairs may be beyond your capability If you lack the skills tools and equipment or a suitable workplace for any proce dure described in this manual
55. roup 340 d _Inspect front and rear suspension including front and rear wheel bearings for pay Repair Group 310 330 inspect wheels and tires including spare check tire pressure and condition k Body and Interior Maintenance Lubricate door hinges and hood latch hood hinges Check headlight and driving light aiming and adjust as necessary Check operation of headlights parking lights back up lights license plate lights interior lights glove box light engine compartment light trunk light instrument panel lights turn signals emer gency flashers stop lights horns headlight flasher and dimmer switch Check active check control panel for faults where applicable 6 Electrical System SUI ee Be A Continued on next page AR MAINTENANCE TABLES MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 020 7 Table c Inspection II Service continued U O E O O pa Warm engine Dealer service recommended required Maintenance item New parts required Body and interior Maintenance cont Replace ventilation A C micro filter Check function of air conditioning Repair Group 640 Check function of seat belts Repair Group 720 Check windshield washer fluid level and concentration add as necessary Check operation of o washer system Check condition of wiper blades Repair Group 611 ES Tighten nuts and bolts for door locks and striker plates LA Replace batteries for alarm remote control in master key
56. ry and starter are fine Check to make sure that there is fuel in the tank Do not rely on the fuel gauge it may be faulty Instead remove the gas filler cap and rock the car If there is gas in the tank you should hear a sloshing sound at the filler neck If there is plenty of fuel in the tank see 100 Engine General for in depth diagnostics and troubleshooting proce dures EMERGENCIES samen ere a A 010 12 FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER Jump Starting Car Cars with discharged or dead batteries can be jump started using the good battery from another car When jump starting the engine always note the following warnings WA RNING e Battery acid electrolyte can cause severe burns and will damage the car and clothing If electrolyte is spilled wash the surface with large quantities of water If it gets into eyes flush them with water for several minutes and call a doctor e Batteries produce explosive and noxious gas ses Keep sparks and flames away Do not smoke near batteries e Do not jump start the engine if you suspect that the battery is frozen Trapped gas may explode Allow the battery to thaw first Do not quick charge the battery for boost start ing for longer than one minute and do not ex ceed 15 volts at the battery with the boosting gt d cables attached Wait at least one minute before cal boosting the battery a second time yo Some electrical sys
57. served under Berne and Pan American Copyright conventions Manufactured in the United States of America E ie MAINTA EE EIE ARO V Wamingsand Call iia ia a vii Tg O II O IEAA UE aE ENIA ENE A SEE ALE N back of book General Data and o Fundamentals for the Do It Yourself Owner 020 Maintenance Program Maintenance i 100 Engine General 120 Ignition System 110 Engine Removal and Installation 121 Battery Starter Alternator 113 Cylinder Head Removal 130 Fuel injection E n i ne and Installation 160 Fuel Tank and Fuel Pump g 116 Cylinder Head and Valvetrain 170 Radiator and Cooling System 117 Camshaft Timing Chain 180 Exhaust System 119 Lubrication System _ T om _ 200 Transmission General 240 Automatic Transmission 210 Clutch 250 Gearshift Linkage ransmission 230 Manual Transmission 260 Driveshaft S uspe n SIO n 5 300 Suspension Steering and 330 Rear Suspension Brakes General 331 Final Drive Stee rin g a nd 310 Front Suspension 340 Brakes 320 Steering and Wheel Alignment Brakes 410 Body lt Body General a 411 Doors Fenders Engine Hood 412 Trunk Lid Exterior Trim Bumpers 510 520 Seats 512 Door Windows 540 Sunroof Body Equipment 513 Interior Trim 541 Convertible Top 515 Central Locking and Anti Theft i 600 Electrical System General 620 Instruments Ia i 610 Electrical Component Locations 630 Exterior Lighting E lectri
58. successfully completed by anyone with basic tools and abilities To prevent getting in too deep know what the whole job requires before starting Read the procedure thor oughly from beginning to end in order to know just what to ex pect and what parts will have to be replaced Cleanliness Keeping things organized neat and clean is essential to do ing a good job When working under the hood fender covers will protect the finish from scratches and other damage Make sure the car is relatively clean so that dirt under the cover does not scratch the finish Any repair job will be less troublesome if the parts are clean For cleaning old parts there are many solvents and parts cleaners commercially available For cleaning parts prior to assembly commercially available aerosol cans of parts cleaner or brake cleaner are handy to use and the cleaner will evaporate maes WARNING Virtually all solvents used for cleaning parts are highly flammable especially in aerosol form Use with extreme care Do not smoke Do not use these products near any source of heat sparks or flame Let any solvent or cleaning product dry completely Low pressure dry compressed air is helpful if available Also use only lint free rags for cleaning and drying FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER 010 5 WARNING Avoid getting tools or clothing near the battery Bat tery electrolyte is a corrosive acid Be careful with br
59. t negative cable from battery so that no one else can start the car Let others know what you will be doing CAUTION Prior to disconnecting the battery read the battery disconnection cautions given at the front of this manual on page viii 2 Raise car slowly as described above 3 Use at least two jack stands to support the car A jack is a temporary lifting device and should not be used alone to support the car while you are under it Use jack stands designed for the purpose of supporting a car For more information on jack stands see Tools below WARNING Do not use wood concrete blocks or bricks to sup port a car Wood may split Blocks or bricks while strong are not designed for that kind of load and may break or collapse ADVICE FOR THE BEGINNER 4 Place jack stands on firm solid surface If necessary use a flat board or similar solid object to provide a firm footing 5 Lower car slowly until its weight is fully supported by jack stands Watch to make sure that the jack stands do not tip or lean as the car settles on them 6 Observe all jacking precautions again when raising car to remove jack stands ADVICE FOR THE BEGINNER The tips in the paragraphs that follow are general advice to help any do it yourself BMW owner perform repairs and main tenance tasks more easily and more did Planning Ahead Most of the repairs and maintenance tasks described in this manual can be
60. tem comfort features may not function correctly once battery power is restored _ For example the front window one touch up func tion may be disabled Some electrical systems will need to be reinitialized Consult the appropriate re pair group for more specific information 1 Place cars close together but do not allow them to touch each other Turn off the engine of the car with the goog Sanary 2 Connect one end of the positive cable to the positive post of the good battery Remove the cover from the positive B junction post in the engine compartment of the dead car and connect the other end of the posi tive cable to the junction post See Fig 17 0013245 Fig 17 Battery jump starting posts arrows behind right front strut tower Lift cover to access positive post EMERGENCIES 3 Connect one end of the negative cable to the nega tive battery post of the good battery Connect oppo site end of the negative cable to the engine block of the car with the dead battery 4 Start the car with the good battery and run the engine at about 2 000 rpm then start the car with the dead bat tery 5 With the engine at idle switch on the headlights blower motor and rear window defogger to avoid damaging the cars electrical system Carefully disconnect the jumper cables starting with the negative cable on the engine block Turn all electrical consumers off NOTE os Th
61. ter the editorial closing of this manual Some of these updates and retrofits will apply to procedures and specifications in this manual We regret that we cannot supply updates to purchasers of this manual We have endeavored to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual Please note however that considering the vast quantity and the complexity of the service information involved we cannot warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in this manual FOR THESE REASONS NEITHER THE PUBLISHER NOR THE AUTHOR MAKES ANY WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED THAT THE INFORMATION IN THIS BOOK IS FREE OF ERRORS OR OMISSIONS AND WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMTHE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE EVEN IF THE PUBLISHER OR AUTHOR HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND EVEN IF A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS INDICATED IN THE MANUAL THE PUBLISHER AND AUTHOR ALSO DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT RESULT FROM ANY USE OF THE EXAMPLES INSTRUCTIONS OR OTHER INFORMATION IN THIS BOOK IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR LIABILITY WHETHER IN TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE EXCEED THE COST OF THIS MANUAL Your common sense and good judgment are crucial to safe and successful service work Read procedures through before starting them Think about whether the condition of your car your level of mechanical skill or your level of reading comprehension might result in or con
62. ther transmission related parts For information on transmission codes and applications see 200 Transmission General SERVICE BMW dealers are uniquely qualified to provide service for BMW cars Their authorized relationship with the large BMW service organization means that they are constantly receiving new tools and equipment together with the latest and most ac curate repair information The BMW dealer s service technicians are highly trained and very capable Unlike most independent repair shops autho rized BMW dealers are intensely committed to supporting the BMW product They share the owner s interest in BMW value performance and reliability On the other hand there are many independent shops that specialize in BMW service and are ca pable of doing high quality repair work Checking with other BMW owners for recommendations on service facilities is a good way to learn of reputable BMW shops in your area SERVICE 010 8 FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER TOOLS Most maintenance can be accomplished with a small selec tion of the right tools Tools range in quality from inexpensive _ junk which may break at first use to very expensive and well made tools for the professional The best tools for most do it yourself BMW owners lie somewhere in between Many reputable tool manufacturers offer good quality mod erately priced tools with a lifetime guarantee These are your best buy They cost a lit
63. tle more but they are good dually tools that will do what is expected of them Sears Craftsman line is one such s source of poog quality tools Some of the repairs covered in this manual require the use of special tools such as a custom puller or specialized electrical test equipment These special tools are called out in the text and can be purchased through an authorized BMW dealer As an alternative some special tools mentioned may be pur chased from the following tool manutacIurors and or distribu tors Assenmacher Spada Tools 6440 Odell Place Boulder CO 80301 303 530 2424 Baum Tools Unlimited Inc P O Box 87 Longboat Key FL 34228 800 848 6657 e Schley Products Inc 5350 E Hunter Ave Anaheim Hills CA 92807 714 693 7666 e Zelenda Machine and Tool Corp 66 02 Austin Street Forest Hills NY 11375 718 896 2288 Basic Tool Requirements The basic hand tools described below can be used to accom plish most of the simple maintenance and repair tasks _ Screwdrivers The common flat blade type and the Phillips type will handle almost all screws used on BMWs Two or three different sizes of each type will be required since a screwdriver of the wrong size will damage the screw head See Fig 7 A complete set of screwdrivers should also include Torx type screwdrivers Wrenches Wrenches come in different styles for different uses Fig 8 shows several The basic open end wrench is the most wide
64. tribute in some way to an occurrence which might cause you injury damage your car or result in an unsafe repair If you have doubts for these or other reasons about your ability to perform safe repair work on your car have the work done at an authorized BMW dealer or other qualified shop Part numbers listed in this manual are for identification purposes only not for ordering Always check with your authorized BMW dealer to verify part numbers and availability before beginning service work that may require new parts Before attempting any work on your BMW read the wamings and cautions on pages vii and viii and any waming or caution that accompanies a procedure in the service manual Review the warnings and cautions on pages vii and viii each time you prepare to Work on your BMW p og Special tools required to perform certain service operations are identified in the manual and are recommended for use Use of tools other than those recommended in this service manual may be detrimental to the cars safe operation as well as the safety of the person servicing the car o o Copies of this manual may be purchased from most automotive accessories and parts dealers specializing in BMW automobiles from selected booksellers or directly from the publisher by mail The publisher encourages comments from the reader of this manual These communications have been and will be carefully considered in the preparation of this and other manuals Please
65. uld be vented fo the outside Carbon monoxide CO in the ex haust kills e Remove all neckties scarfs loose clothing or jewelry when working near running engines or power tools Tuck in shirts Tie long hair and se _ cure it under a cap Severe injury can result from these things being caught in rotating parts e Remove rings watches and bracelets Aside from the dangers of moving parts metallic jew elry conducts electricity and may cause shorts sparks burns or damage to the electrical sys tem when accidentally contacting the battery or other electrical terminals e Disconnect the battery negative cable when ever working on or near the fuel system or any thing that is electrically powered Accidental electrical contact may damage the electrical system or cause a fire FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER 010 3 WARNING e Never work under a lifted car unless it is solidly Supported on jack stands that are intended for that purpose Do not support a car on cinder blocks bricks or other objects that may shift or crumble under continuous load Never work un der a car that is supported only by the lifting jack e Fuel is highly flammable When working around fuel do not smoke or work near heaters or other fire hazards Keep an approved fire extinguisher handy e Illuminate the work area adequately and safely Use a portable safety light for working inside or under the car A fluorescent type lig
66. vent damaging the car body A suitable liner wood rubber etc should be placed between the jack and the car to prevent body damage e Watch the jack closely Make sure it stays stable and does not shift or tilt As the car is raised the car may roll slightly and the jack may shift 0013098 Fig 1 3 Series jacking points arrows Raising car safely 1 Park car on flat level surface 2 Remove the round cover from jack mount using a screwdriver See Fig 2 TE Fig 2 Jack mount cover being removed from rocker panel 3 Place jack fully into position See Fig 3 Make sure jack is resting on flat solid ground Use a board or other sup port to provide a firm surface for the jack if necessary 4 Raise car slowly while constantly checking position of jack and car Oo 5 Once car is raised block the wheel that is opposite and farthest from jack to prevent car from unexpectedly roll ing GETTING STARTED 010 4 FUNDAMENTALS FOR THE DO IT YOURSELF OWNER k 0013127 Fig 3 BMW r PUPR aer correctiy positioned in front jacking point WARNING Do not rely on the transmission or the emergen cy brake to keep the car from rolling They are not a substitute for positively blocking the oppo site wheel e Never work under a car that is supported only by a jack Use jack stands that are properly de signed to support the car See Tools Working under car safely 1 Disconnec
67. where applicable EN Check ground connection mounting Gi of SRS airbag front sensor to body if applicable pe fp x Repair Group 721 Road Test a p l i Check braking performance steering HVAC a or automatic transmission and mirrors DA Service Interval Reset ae Reset service indicator using Ta reset tool ier we Table d Scheduled Maintenance Time Mileage Intervals t t 4 every 100 000 miles every 50 000 miles every 60 000 miles New parts required every 12 months Dealer service recommended Maintenance item a Replace oxygen sensor nopan Group 180 1992 1994 1995 on Flush and replace brake fluid clutch fluid Repair Group 340 Drain and flush cooling system and replace coolant Repair Group 170 1992 1996 1997 1998 Anti corrosion warranty inspection MAINTENANCE TABLES Me oy tre rl a 020 8 MAINTENANCE PROG RAM FLUID AND LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS The fluids and lubricants specified by BMW are listed in Ta ble e Shown below is engine oil viscosity SAE grade vs oper ating temperature range for the BMW engines covered in this manual o Engine Oil Viscosity Requirements 2 _ vs Temperature 0013227 WARNING The use of fluids that do not meet BMW s specifica tions may impair performance and reliability and may void warranty coverage Table e Fluids and Lubricants Approximate Specification capacity ae
68. write to Robert Bentley Inc Publishers at the address listed on the top of this page This manual was published by Robert Bentley Inc Publishers BMW has not reviewed and does not vouch for the accuracy of the technical specifications and procedures described in this manual Library of Congress Cataloging in Publication Data BMW 3 Series Service Manual M3 318i 323i 325i 328i Sedan Coupe and Convertible 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 p cm Includes index ISBN 0 8376 0326 9 1 BMW 3 Series automobile Maintenance and repair Handbooks manuals etc I Rober Bentley inc TL215 B25B56 1999 629 28 722 dc21 99 17179 E CIP Bentley Stock No B398 Editorial closing 01 99 0302010099 1098765432 The paper used in this publication is acid free and meets the requirements of the National Standard for Information Sciences Permanence of Paper for Printed Library Materials Copyright 1999 Robert Bentley Inc All rights reserved All information contained in this manual is based on the information available to the publisher at the time of editorial closing The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written consent of the publisher This includes text figures and tables All rights re

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