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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Computer Relearn Procedures -> BMW
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Disconnect or replace DME control unit only when ignition switch is off. After renewed operation, neutral basic values are set in the control unit for idle and emission control. An...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Specifications
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Inspection interval is determ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Remove exhaust system and heat shields.
  • Disconnect cable from crossmember,
  • Support transmission with suitable jack.
  • Remove mounting bolts and crossmember.
  • Remove transmission joint disk mounting nuts.
  • Remove differential final drive flange constant-velocity joint mounting nuts.
  • Disconnect constant-velocity joint by pressing off input flange with suitable screwdriver.
  • Remove center bearing mounting bolts. Do not allow propeller shaft to fall into joints.
  • Bend propeller shaft downward at center mount and disconnect from transmission output flange and remove constant-velocity jo...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitable scan tool the DLC (Data Link Connector). Follow the scan tool manufacturers instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identificati...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove mounting bolts and splash guards.
  • Remove mounting bolts and catalytic converter heat shields.
  • Disconnect righthand oxygen sensor connector from transmission clip.
  • Remove nuts and disconnect start...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1993-2001 7 Series
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Remove cabin air filter cover retaining screw, then open the cover.
  • Depress the cabin air filter duct lock, then lift the cover upward.
  • Release the cabin ai...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> 7 Series -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector

  • Press and hold the reset button located at the top lefthand side of the instrument cluster for 10 seconds.
  • A four line menu should appear on the speedometer display. First line is the Back function followed by three service and maintenance items.
  • A "!" symbol indicates the service or maintenance item can be reset. An "0" symbol indicates the item cannot be reset. The first 20% of the service or maintenance interval is protected against accidental or premature reset.
  • Use the Reset button or lower axial FAS button on the turn signal high beam switch to scr...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to i...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Remove fan cowl by lifting out expansion rivets on both sides.
  • Secure fan pulley with suitable securing tool, or equivalent, then remove fan. Fan has lefthand handed threads.
  • Loosen tensioner lock bolts, then turn tensioner with suitable wrench to receive tens...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1999 BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Air Injection Pump Diagram for 1999 BMW 740IL  4.4 V8 GASAir Injection Pump Diagram for 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector X-1124
  • Connector M-63
  • Steering Angle Sensor Diagram for 1999 BMW 740IL  4.4 V8 GASSteering Angle Sensor Diagram for 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Steering Angle Sensor
  • Connector R-33
  • In-Line Connector
  • Connector X-1658
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1999 BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1999 BMW 740IL  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Front Turn Signal Lamp
  • Right Headlight
  • Right Fog Light
  • RIGHT FRONT AUXILIARY TURN LIGHT
  • 1999 BMW 740IL  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • AGS Transmission Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1999 BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Turbocharger Installation Tool
    Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: Tools and Equipment
    Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1999 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1999 BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1999 BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1999 BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1999 BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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