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BMW 318I CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT BMW REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks from 1990+

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> EXPANSION VALVE, REPLACE
Vehicle: 1994 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Remove evaporator as outlined in "Evaporator Core, Replace."
  • Remove insulation and clamp (1) securing sensor bulb to evaporator outlet tube (2), Fig. , then remove sensor bulb.
  • Disconnect expansion valve equalizer line from evaporator outlet tube.
  • D...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brakes -> DESCRIPTION -> 735 & 750 -> 850 -> H-31 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM -> MASTER CYLINDER
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

H-31 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

The H-31 hydraulic system, Fig. incorporates a power flow regulator which diverts a small flow of fluid from the power steering operating circuit for the power assisted brake system. It charges the hydraulic reservoir in a high pressure range without impairing the function of power steering. The pressurized hydraulic oil volume is supplied to the booster for the sake of power assistance and is applied by operating the connected standard tandem master cylinder. should the power steering pump fail, the hydraulic reservoir has sufficient reserve pressure to permit...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except X3 & Z4 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Models w/Fitting Or Union Bolt Connection -> Models w/Fuel Hose Connection -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1994 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Obtain the vehicle owner's radio theft protection code.
  • Remove the fuel pump relay(s).
  • Start the engine and allow it to stall.
  • Crank engine for 10 seconds to ensure the fuel pressure has been...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> With rear constant velocity joint -> With Slide
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

With Slide

Caution: Mark universal joint to drive flange of rear axle. This will eliminate complaints of droning.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove complete exhaust system.
  • Remove heat shield.
  • Unscrew holders for exhaust suspension.
  • Remove clamp.
  • With joint disk, unscrew joint disk on transmission.
  • With universal joint, unscrew universal joint on transmission.
  • Release threaded bush with a suitable tool by a few turns.
  • Unscrew universal joint on final drive.
  • Unscrew center bearing.
  • Kink propeller shaft downwards at center mount and in so doing detach from centering on manual transmissio...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove air cleaner and air flow sensor.
  • Remove oil dipstick tube.
  • Remove starter solenoid cover.
  • Disconnect electri...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1992-98 3 Series
Vehicle: 1992 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Obtain the radio anti-theft code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • On all models except convertible, disengage the two air nozzles (located above the glove compartment) at the top. Position the nozzles straight ahead, then remove the nozzles.
  • On all models, remove the glove compartment retaining screws located at each side. On convertible models, the upper two screws are accessed through the air nozzle opening.
  • Disconnect the glove compartment lamp.
  • Remove the two lower glove ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Check Engine Lamp -> Less OBD II
Vehicle: 1991 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

The Check Engine lamp will be illuminated when the ignition switch is in the On position and the engine is stopped. If the engine is started, the lamp should go out. If the lamp remains lit, a diagnostic troubl...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove engine cooling fan using pulley holding tool No. 11 5 030, or equivalent. Fan nut has lefthand thread.
  • Remove engine splash guard and heat shields.
  • Drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove mounting bolts and upper air duct.
  • Disconnect coolant level sender electrical connector.
  • Disconnect lower coolant, expansion and b...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 BMW 318I 1.9 L4 GAS

If a belt has been contaminated with antifreeze or oil it should be replaced.

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

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

RH Rear Side Of Luggage Compartment Diagram for 1994 BMW 318I  1.8 L4 GASRH Rear Side Of Luggage Compartment Diagram for 1994 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector X-312
  • I/P Harness Splice Locations Diagram for 1992 BMW 318I  1.8 L4 GASI/P Harness Splice Locations Diagram for 1992 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-103
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1995 BMW 318I  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cruise Control Module
  • Cruise Control Switch
  • Automatic Transmission Range Switch
  • 1992 BMW 318I  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Rear Side Marker Lamp
  • Light Switch
  • LH Rear Side Marker Lamp
  • License Plate Lamp
  • Trunk Light Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATION - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1993 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: TEILECLEARING FOR ENGINE COMPONENTS
    Vehicle: 1995 BMW 318I 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 318I AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

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

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

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

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

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

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most BMW 318I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

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

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most BMW 318I 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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