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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I 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 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+

Drive Belt Data -> Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1998-2000
Vehicle: 1998 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Brake Booster Vacuum Supply Check -> Function Test -> Hydraulic Booster Supply
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

Function Test

  • Operate brake pedal 10 times with engine stopped.
  • If brake pedal gives, system is okay.
  • On models equipped with vacuum booster systems,if brake pedal does not give, check valve, vacuum hose and/or rubber ring between master cylinder and brake booster could be faulty.
  • On models equipped with hydraulic booster systems, check for faulty power steering pump, lines, accumulator and hydr...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I 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: 1993 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 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 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove complete exhaust system.
  • Remove heat shield.
  • Unfasten screws.
  • Unscrew nuts.
  • Push constant-velocity joint along disassembly grooves and of output flange.
  • Unscrew center bearing.
  • Bend propeller shaft downwards on center bearing. Caution: Do not let propeller shaft fall into joints. Join...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I 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 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Antenna -> TPMS Control Module
Vehicle: 1998 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Removal
  • Dismount tire using suitable tire machine ensuring not to damage tire pressure sensor.
  • Remove the Torx screw, then the tire pressure sensor.
  • Release valve stem union nut using removal tool No. 00 2 190, or equivalent Fig. .
  • Remove washer from wheel.
Installation
  • Install new Torx screw on tire pressure sensor, then twist new valve stem by hand approximately three turns. Do not tighten Torx screw, sensor and valve stem must be loosely joined together.
  • Install the tire pressure sensor on wheel. Ensure the radial bore for gripping on the circumference of t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove any lower splash guards and heat shields required to ac...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1993-2001 7 Series
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 740I 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 BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 1997-2008 7 Series -> Less iDrive -> Reset -> With iDrive
Vehicle: 1998 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Reset

The reset procedure needs to be performed anytime the tire pressure is adjusted or the tires are rotated.

Less iDrive
  • Turn ignition switch to On with vehicle in a stationary position.
  • Press the Tire Pressure Warning/RDC button, located at front console or on the instrument panel, until the indicator lamp on the instrument panel is illumin...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove mounting bolts and front splash shield.
  • Remove radiator plug and drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove engine block left and righthand plugs, then
  • Remove air cleaner cover drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Lock belt pulley in position using holding tool No. 11 5 050, or equivalent, then remove water...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740I cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 740I 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 BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

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

In Driver's Seatback Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I  4.4 V8 GASIn Driver's Seatback Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Seat Lumbar Support Pressure Switch Connector
  • Seat Lumbar Support Pressure Switch
  • S209
  • X10219
  • Rear of Engine Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I  4.4 V8 GASRear of Engine Diagram for 2001 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Hall-Effect Sensor Camshaft 1
  • Hall-Effect Sensor Camshaft 1 Connector
  • B6219
  • X6219
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

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

    1998 BMW 740I  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Headlight Washer Module
  • Headlight Washer Pump
  • General Module
  • 1998 BMW 740I  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Control Module
  • Evaporative Emission valve
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: SPEC TOOLS - A5S 560Z
    Vehicle: 1995 BMW 740I 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: TEILECLEARING (ENHANCED TECHNICAL SUPPORT) FOR DME - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2000 BMW 740I 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 740I AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW 740I 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 740I 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 740I 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 740I 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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