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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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guidance, starter & alternator replacement procedures, serpentine belt replacement procedures, radiator & hose replacement procedures, tune-up &
drivability specifications, quick lube illustrations, preventive maintenance guide, engine light reset instructions, parts removal and install
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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 -> Manual A/C & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> A/C System Diagnosis & Testing -> System Performance Check
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS
System Performance Check
System performance check should be performed as both initial an diagnostic check for cooling related complaints and a final check after repairs are completed.
- Connect manifold gauge set to A/C system and place suitable temperature sensors at evaporator outlet and outside vehicle.
- Start engine and run until it reaches normal operating temperature. Front of vehicle should be at least 5 ft. away from any wall or air obstruction during test. Use an external fan to force air past condenser, if necessary. ...
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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 -> System Service -> 1998 -> 1999-2000 -> 323Ci, 325, 328Ci & 330 & 2000 323i & 328i & 1999 323i & 328i Sedans -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Control Unit -> Front Speed Sensor -> Hydraulic Unit -> M3, Z3, 318, 323, 325, 328 & 330 -> M5, 525, 528, 530, 540, 740 & 750 -> Rear Speed Sensor -> X5 -> Z3, 318, 323is & 328is & 1998-99 M3, 328i & 1998 323i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS
Brake System Bleed
Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems," for procedures.
Component Replacement
Hydraulic Unit
M3, Z3, 318, 323, 325, 328 & 330
Z3, 318, 323is & 328is & 1998-99 M3, 328i & 1998 323i & 1999 323i & 328i Convertibles
- Ensure ignition switch is in Off position.
- Remove Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor from air filter housing.
- Disconnect cruise control drive motor as required.
- Remove brake fluid from master cylinder using suitable syringe.
- Disconnect central connector.
- Mark brake lines for installation alignment.
- Disconnect brake lines at master cylinder and hydraulic control unit.
- Disconnect s...
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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 -> 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: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 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 323I AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 323I cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS
Rear
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove rear exhaust pipe.
- Disconnect stabilizer from rear axle carrier and tilt down.
- Remove axle nut.
- Remove mounting bolts and remove halfshaft from diff...
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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+.
Description
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS
The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) monitors the tire inflation pressure while the vehicle is being driven. To achieve this, the tire inflation pressure and tire air temperature are measured at certain intervals by sensors located on each wheel at t...
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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+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle
- Remove mounting bolts and front axle support reinforcement plate.
- Lower transmission approximately 0.2 inch.
- Remove vacuum tank from exhaust flap, as required.
- Disconnect fuel line clips.
- Disconnect Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
- Remove nuts and disconnect starter motor electrical connectors.
- Remove mounting bolts and starter motor.
- Re...
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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: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS
Service interval is determined by the service indicator.
- Open the hood.
- Turn the three cabin air filter cover retainers 1/4 turn.
- Remove the cabin air filter cover.
- Rotate the cabin filter cover retainers 45°, then ...
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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: 2000 BMW 323I Sport Wagon 2.5 L6 GAS
Less Underhood Diagnostic Connector
On these models the SII reset tool cannot be used. Resetting is possible using the instrument cluster trip odometer reset button. Proceed as follows:
- Turn ignition Off.
- Press and hold trip odometer reset button, then turn ignition to "1" (Accessory).
- Keep odometer reset button depressed for approximately five more seconds until any of following words appear in display: "Oil Service" or "Inspection" with "Reset" or "Re."
- On models equipped with high cluster, remaining amount of fuel in liters until next service is displayed should appear.
- On all models, depress ...
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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+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle, then drain coolant into suitable container.
- Disconnect engine wiring harness holder.
- Disconnect retainers, then remove mounting bolts and air intake filter housing.
- Disconnect expansion rivets and remove intake hood.
- Disconnect fan...
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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: 2000 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 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 BMW 323I AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most BMW 323I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Crank Position Sensor Diagram for 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Valve Locations Diagram for 2000 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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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.
 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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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+.
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Document: DEACTIVATION OF AIRBAGS - REVISED Vehicle: 2000 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: TEILECLEARING FOR GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Vehicle: 1999 BMW 323I 2.5 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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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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