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BMW 323I 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 323I 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 323I cars and light trucks from 1990+

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Front Bumper, Replace -> M Coupe, M Roadster & Z3 -> M3, 318i, 318ti, 323i, 323iC, 323is, 328i, 328iC & 328is
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

M Coupe, M Roadster & Z3
  • On M Roadster models, remove engine front underbody protection shield.
  • On all models, remove left and righthand mounting bolts.
  • On models equipped less foglamps and/or headlamp washing system, remove front bumper.
  • On models equipped with foglamps, disconnect foglamps.
  • On models equipped with headlamp washing system, disconnect clip and seal hose.
  • On all models, reverse procedure to install.
M3, 318i, 318ti, 323i, 323iC, 323is, 328i, 328iC & 328is
  • Disconnect lefthand rubber guard from bump...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Description -> ABS Less Stability & Traction Control -> ABS w/Stability & Traction Control
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

ABS Less Stability & Traction Control

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) consists of a control unit, hydraulic unit, speed sensors and wiring harness, Fig. . Each speed sensor has a gear wheel which runs past the permanently magnetized edge of the speed sensor installed in the wheel hub. The rotary motion of the wheels is recorded by inductive sensors and an electric signal is sent to the electronic control unit.

The electronic control unit is located in a compartment on the right side of the engine compartment. This control unit inputs acceleration, deceleration and slip factors from ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Component Locations -> 3 Series (Including M3, Z3, M Coupe & Roadster)
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> w/Rear Constant-Velocity Joint -> With Slide
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS

w/Rear Constant-Velocity Joint

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove exhaust system and heat shield.
  • Remove mounting bolts and exhaust suspension frame.
  • Remove transmission joint disk mounting nuts.
  • Remove mounting nuts and differential final drive flange constant-velocity joint.
  • Remove center bearing mounting bolts. Do not allow propeller shaft to fall into joints.
  • Bend propeller shaft downward at center mount and disconnect transmission or constant-velocity joint centering pin.
  • Protect constant-velocity joint with suitable transport cap.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the followi...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS

Refer to Figs. and for wir...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

  • Remove intake air filter housing.
  • Lock fan coupling pulley in place using suitable holder tool. Fan nut has lefthand threads.
  • Remove fan and clutch assembly lefthand threaded nut using suitable wrench tool. Remove fan coupling.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove mounting bolts and...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1999-2005 3 Series & 2006 M3 & 325C Series
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Service Interval Indicator -> 3 Series & M3 -> Interval Indicator -> Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector -> Oil Service -> With Underhood Diagnostic Connector
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Coolant Switch & Fan Motors Diagram for 1999 BMW 323I  2.5 L6 GASEngine Coolant Switch & Fan Motors Diagram for 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Cruise Control Actuator
  • Engine Coolant Level Switch
  • ABS Pedal Travel Sensor
  • Auxiliary Fan Motor
  • Motor Locations Diagram for 1999 BMW 323I  2.5 L6 GASMotor Locations Diagram for 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Resistors
  • Recirculation Flap Motor
  • Defroster Flap Motor
  • Fresh Air Flap Motor
  • Connector X-663
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2007 BMW 323I  2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Light Switch
  • LH Taillamp
  • LH Inner Taillamp
  • RH Inner Taillamp
  • Footwell Module
  • 2008 BMW 323I  2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Coolant Pressure Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BMW Maintenance Program -Replacement Wiper Inserts
    Vehicle: 2009 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: BATTERY DRAW SINCE AN IPOD WAS INSTALLED - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 323I 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 323I 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 323I 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 323I 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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