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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 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 M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2001-02 -> Refrigerant Recovery
Vehicle: 2001 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

R-134a systems require the use of special service equipment designed specifically for R-134a systems. R-12 servicing equipment cannot be used on R-134a systems.

R-12 recovery stations cannot be used on R-134a systems. A separate recovery station must be used on R-134a systems. The refrigerants are not compatible and will contaminate the R-12 recovery station.

The use of refrigerant recovery and recycling stations allows the recovery and reuse of refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed.

When using a recovery or recycling station...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06
Vehicle: 2003 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

Inspection interval is determ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assembly -> Disassembly
Vehicle: 1991 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS

Disassembly

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove propeller shaft assembly.
  • Remove hose straps.
  • Lift out circlip.
  • Pull off constant velocity joint complete with dust cover.
  • Press knurled head bolts and washers out of constant velocity joint.
  • Press off dust cover.

Assembly

  • Pack new constant velocity joint with 60 grams of grease (HWB). Do not pack inner race with cage since the balls would tall ou...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 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 M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures -> Less iDrive -> With iDrive
Vehicle: 2003 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

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 illuminate...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove air cleaner and air flow sensor.
  • Remove oil dipstick tube.
  • Remove starter solenoid cover.
  • Disconnect electri...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 1996-2005 5 Series
Vehicle: 2000 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Open the hood.
  • Turn quick-release fastener approximately, 90° counterclockwise. Unlatch the cabin air filter cover retainers.
  • Remove the cabin air fi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Check Engine Lamp -> Less OBD II
Vehicle: 1991 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1993 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 BMW M5  5.0 V10 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2008 BMW M5 5.0 V10 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Tire Pressure Control
  • Comfort Access Control Module
  • Panorama Glass Roof
  • Adapter 361460
  • Adapter 614464
  • Center Console, Front Diagram for 2002 BMW M5  5.0 V8 GASCenter Console, Front Diagram for 2002 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Global Locking Switch
  • S302
  • Global Locking Switch Connector
  • X1292
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 BMW M5  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Generator For And Fitting Pretensioner Driver's Seat
  • Satellite Left B Pillar
  • Satellite Right B Pillar
  • Satellite Vehicle Center
  • Seat Belt Tensioner Generator Front Left
  • 2003 BMW M5  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Gateway Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW M5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE (ATMS) - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1991 BMW M5 3.6 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: WARRANTY CLAIMS PROCESSING - "OVERNIGHT PAYMENTS"
    Vehicle: 2000 BMW M5 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW M5 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW M5 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 M5 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 M5 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 M5 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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