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

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Receiver, Replace -> 740 & 750 -> M3, 325 & 330 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540 -> X5
Vehicle: 2001 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Do not remove the new receiver plugs until the unit is ready to be connected to the refrigerant lines.

M3, 325 & 330

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove mounting bolt, then the pressure and suction pipe. Plug or cap lines and openings.
  • Remove mounting screws and front wheelwell panels.
  • Loosen mounting bolts and remove receiver.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Install new O-rings.

M5, 525, 530 & 540

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Disconnect righthand headlamp connector by turning it approximately 30° c...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, dis...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740IL cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1989-94 7 Series
Vehicle: 1993 BMW 740IL 4.0 V8 GAS

The inertia switch is located under the r...

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

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 1999 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Rear

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove exhaust system.
  • Remove rear axle.
  • Remove axle nut.
  • Press halfshaft off hub using a suitable tool. Do not allow halfshaft to fall.
  • On models equipped with height control, remove cont...

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

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2001 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 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 BMW 740IL 4.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove cap, then disconnect starter motor wiring at firewall.
  • Disconnect lead from starter motor.
  • Remove washer fluid tank t...

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

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW 740IL 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: 1997 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 BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

BMW -> Service Indicator Cluster ->
Vehicle: 1998 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

The service indicator cluster is used indicate when periodic maintenance is required. The service indicator consists of one yellow, five green and three red Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), with the inscriptions "Oil Service" and "Inspection." When the ignition switch is turned to the On position, as many as five green LEDs will be illuminated.

The green LEDs will go out when the engine is started. If the yellow LED and one of the inscriptions illuminates with the ignition switch in the On position, and remain on after the engine has started, service the maintenance inscription indicated immediately. ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2000 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water inlet and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 BMW 740IL 4.0 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 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

Rear LH Side of Engine Compartment in E-Box Diagram for 2001 BMW 740IL  4.4 V8 GASRear LH Side of Engine Compartment in E-Box Diagram for 2001 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Splice B + E-box Junction
  • X6400
  • E-Box Fan Connector
  • X6506
  • Under RH Front Bumper Diagram for 2001 BMW 740IL  4.4 V8 GASUnder RH Front Bumper Diagram for 2001 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • X132
  • Horn
  • Horn Connector
  • H2
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

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

    Components on diagram:
  • Light Module
  • General Module
  • 1998 BMW 740IL  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Chime Module
  • Integrated Instrument Cluster Control Module
  • Park Distance Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: AIRBAG - SERVICING ZAE SYSTEMS - TIPS/CAUTIONS
    Vehicle: 1993 BMW 740IL 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: STANDARD CPT 8000 PHONE AND VOICE INPUT SYSTEM (SES) ON MY '01 E38 VEHICLES
    Vehicle: 2001 BMW 740IL 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW 740IL AUTOMOBILES

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