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BMW M3 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 M3 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 M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver/Drier -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 1997 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS
While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:
- Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
- Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
- The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> 740 & 750 -> 745 -> M3, 325 & 330 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540 -> Master Cylinder, Replace -> Mini Cooper -> X5 -> Z3 -> Z8
Vehicle: 2002 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS
Master Cylinder, Replace
Mini Cooper
- Suck brake fluid from expansion tank into suitable container using suitable suction bottle.
- Disconnect brake fluid level switch connector.
- Disconnect clutch hydraulic supply hose. Position line so that fluid does not drain. Plug or cap lines and openings.
- Disconnect expansion tank booster vacuum hose.
- Remove mounting bolt and expansion tank.
- Remove battery.
- Disconnect clips, lock and connectors, then remove Engine Control Module (ECM).
- Remove battery box mounting bolt and disconnect clips.
- Remove battery box.
- Disconnect brake lines. Plug or cap li...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
BMW -> Component Locations -> 3 Series (Including M3, Z3, M Coupe & Roadster)
Vehicle: 1998 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> With constant velocity joint -> With slide
Vehicle: 1990 BMW M3 2.3 L4 GAS
With slide
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove complete exhaust system.
- Remove heat shield.
- Unscrew holders for exhaust suspension.
- Remove clamp.
- On models with joint disk, unscrew joint disk on transmission.
- On models with universal joint, unscrew universal joint on transmission.
- Release threaded bushing with special tool 26 1 040 or equivalent by a few turns. Caution: When removing propeller shaft, mark universal joint to drive flange of rear axle. This will eliminate complaints of droning.
- Unscrew universal joint on final drive.
- On all models, unscrew center bearing.
- Kink pro...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 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 M3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2002 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS
Refer to Figs. and for wir...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 BMW M3 4.0 V8 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
- Remove bolts securing reinforcement plate.
- Remove bolts from intake hood.
- Remove retainers securing engine underguard at front, middle, and rear.
- Support exhaust system with suitable tool an secure jack against falling.
- Remove nuts from exhaust manifold.
- Loosen bolts attaching exhaust pipe bracket.
- Remove reinforcement plate bolts secured to exhaust system and rubber mounts.
- Remove exhaust system nuts from rear muffler mount and lower exhaust system. Removal of exhaust system will require another person to remove exhaust s...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M3 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: 1996 BMW M3 3.2 L6 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 M3 AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
BMW -> Automatic Transmission Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS
The warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is functioning properly. The warning lamp will also flash when the system ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW M3 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS
Inlet
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
- Reposition hose clamp at heater valve and remove hose.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install.
Outl...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 BMW M3 3.0 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 M3 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most BMW M3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 LH Side Of Engine Under Intake Manifold Diagram for 2002 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Behind LH Footwell Trim Diagram for 2001 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW M3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2002 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1997 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most BMW M3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: SERVICE INFO BULLETINS - VERIFYING NUMBER SEQUENCES Vehicle: 1990 BMW M3 2.3 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: STRUCTURAL REPAIR REQUIREMENTS - REVISED Vehicle: 2001 BMW M3 3.2 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW M3 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW M3 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 M3 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 M3 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 M3 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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