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BMW M3 E36 Repair Manual
Step-by-step repair and maintenance instructions for the BMW M3 E36 (1995–1999): removal, installation, adjustment, diagnostics and parameter checks with illustrations.
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- BRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT RESET
- DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
- BASIC BLEEDING PROCEDURES
- VEHICLES WITH ABS/ASC+T
- Flush Entire Braking System
- Bleed Rear-Axle Brake Circuit
- Bleed Front-Axle Brake Circuit
- VEHICLES WITH DSC 5.7 OR DSC3 FROM 09/96, 750i/iL To 09/98
- PARKING BRAKE
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- SYMPTOM A: BRAKES PULL TO ONE SIDE
- SYMPTOM B: BRAKES EXCESSIVELY HOT WHILE DRIVING
- SYMPTOM C: POOR BRAKING EFFECT
- SYMPTOM D: BRAKE PEDAL MOTION TOO SOFT & SPONGY
- SYMPTOM E: BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL EXCESSIVE
- SYMPTOM F: UNEVEN PAD WEAR
- SYMPTOM G: BRAKE PADS WORN AT ANGLE
- SYMPTOM H: SEIZED BRAKE PADS
- SYMPTOM I: BRAKES SQUEAL OR RATTLE
- SYMPTOM J: BRAKE PEDAL DEAD TRAVEL EXCESSIVE
- SYMPTOM K: JAMMED PISTON IN BRAKE CALIPER
- SYMPTOM L: PULSATING EFFECT ON BRAKE PEDAL
- SYMPTOM M: HANDBRAKE EFFECT INSUFFICIENT
- BRAKE WARNING LIGHT
- Low Pressure Test
- SERVICE BRAKE
- High-Pressure Test
- On Test Stand
- THICKNESS OF BRAKE LINING
- Removal
- Installation
- Removal & Installation
- FRONT AXLE SEALS & BEARINGS
- 3-Series (Except M3, M Roadster, M Coupe, 318ti & Z3)
- M3, M Roadster & M Coupe
- 318ti & Z3
- 5-Series
- 7-Series (Except 735i & 745i)
- 735i & 745i
- Disassembly
- Cleaning & Inspection
- Reassembly
- TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS
- Introduction to Coding & Programming
- What is Coding?
- What is Programming?
- What is the Purpose of Coding and Programming?
- Where is Data Stored in a Control Module?
- EPROM (Electrically Programmable Read Only Memory)
- EEPROM (Electrically Programmable Read Only Memory)
- What is needed to Code and Program?
- Coding & Programming Equipment
- Equipment and Software
- DISplus (Diagnostic Information System)
- GT1 (Group Tester 1)
- SSS (Software Service Station)
- Diagnostic Head
- OPPS Head - (Optical Testing & Programming System)
- OPS Head - (Optical Programming System)
- Deutronic Automatic Battery Charger
- Hardware Operating Conditions
- Coding & Programming Software
- Networks
- Vehicle Bus Systems
- Workshop LAN Network
- Workshop Network
- Network Structure
- Network Connections
- Accessing Configuration Information - DISplus/GT1 & Interface(s)
- Workshop Layout Index
- Workshop Network Components
- Network
- Local Area Network (LAN)
- Ethernet
- Ethernet Cable (CAT 5)
- RJ-45 Connectors
- Wall Jack
- Switched HUB
- Network Server
- Automatic/Online Updates
- Access Point
- Interface Name
- IP Address
- IP Subnet Mask
- Gateway
- Software Service Station
- OPPS/OPS/Diagnostic Head
- OPPS
- OPS
- MOST Direct Access Port
- Equipment Configurations
- Procedure for Coding & Programming
- Coding Plug
- Coding Plug Identification
- Ordering Replacement Coding Plug
- Coding Plug Overview
- Coding Plug Identification - E32/E34
- From 2/89 to 9/91 Production
- 9/90 Revision
- E32/34 as of 9/91 (1992 Model Year)
- 318i/is, 325i/is and M3
- 318ti and Z3 Roadster
- Test No. 09
- Federal Odometer Disclosure Requirement 92-513
- Variant Coding
- Variant Code Identification Display
- Variant Code Structure
- Variant Code Procedure
- Adopt a Variant Code
- Manually Entering a Variant Code
- Coding Code
- Coding Code (Code Number)
- Code Number Identification
- Coding Code Procedure
- Ordering Pre-Coded Modules
- Workshop Exercise
- Vehicle Coding Information
- Introduction
- ZCS Structure
- ZCS Stored Location In Vehicle
- ZCS Identification/Display
- Accessing Stored ZCS Information
- Accessing ZCS Information Label
- ZCS Codable Control Modules
- Vehicle Order
- EPROMs & EEPROMs
- Engine Control Module EPROM Programming
- M3.1 Engine Control Modules
- M3.3 & M3.3.1 Engine Control Modules
- Engine Control Modules Flash (EEPROM) Programming
- Transmission EPROMS
- Transmission Control Module Flash (EEPROM) Programming
- When is EPROM Replacement and/or Programming Necessary?
- DME/ECM EPROM
- TCM
- Programming Procedure
- Workshop Exercise - SIB Look-up
- Determination Process for DME EPROM
- Automatic Determination
- Manual Determination
- Progman
- Progman Introduction
- Administration
- JETstream
- Multiconsole/Multisession
- CIP
- What Will Progman Do For Me?
- Before Progman (CIP 15.0)
- With Progman (CIP15.0)
- Getting Started With Progman
- Interfaces
- Explanation of Status Indicators
- Version
- External Interface
- Configuration
- Interface Update
- Updating Interface after Initial Install
- Self-Test
- Settings
- Operating Status
- Installation
- FASTA
- Date and Time
- Operating Times
- User Interface
- Workshop Exercise - Configuration Check
- Starting a Programming or Coding Session with Progman
- Disconnecting From Interface To Be Used By Progman
- Starting A Session With Progman
- Access CIP Functions For E31E32/E34/E36/E38/E39/E46/E52/E53
- Access CIP Functions For E60/E62/E63/E64/E65/E83/E85...
- Return To Progman "Home" Screen
- Progman "Home" Screen Session Status
- Going From Progman To Diagnosis On GT1
- Going From Diagnosis To Progman On GT1
- Shutting Down the SSS
- Workshop Exercise - Access CIP & ZCS
- Coding, Individualization & Programming (CIP)
- Integration Levels
- Measures Plan
- CIP Functions - If No (MOST-Bus Vehicles)
- Control Module Selection - Programming - Update Software
- Control Module Selection-Programming-Special Measures
- Retrofits
- Management
- Management - Reports
- Management - Application - Test & Version
- Vehicle
- Vehicle - Vehicle Order
- Vehicle - Initialization
- Vehicle - Service Function
- Vehicle - Complete Encoding
- CIP Functions - If Yes
- ZCS Coding Procedure
- Coding Control Modules That Store The ZCS
- Manual Input of ZCS Data
- Automatic Coding Procedure
- Retrofit
- Conversion
- 00 00 249 BMW engine oil service (S50)
- Installation
- 11 00 039 Checking compression of all cylinders (S50)
- 11 00 050 Removing and installing engine (S50)
- E36
- Z3
- All Models
- Engine identification
- 11 12 Removing/installing/sealing 000 cylinder-head cover (S50)
- Installation note
- 11 12 080 Removing and installing or replacing timing case (upper section of cylinder head) (S50)
- 11 12 100 Removing and installing cylinder head (S50)
- 11 12 101 Replacing cylinder head gasket (S50 S54)
- 11 12 500 Removing and installing cylinder head - engine removed (S50)
- 11 12 501 Replacing cylinder head - engine removed (S50)
- 11 12 503 Dismantling and reinstalling cylinder head - cylinder head removed (S50)
- 11 12 508 Removing and installing or replacing timing case (upper section of cylinder head) (S50)
- 11 12 527 Remachining a valve seat - cylinder head disassembled (S50 / S54)
- 11 12 595 Checking a valve guide for wear - valve removed (S50 / S54)
- 11 12 729 Checking that cylinder head is watertight - cylinder head dismantled (S50)
- 11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil pan (S50)
- On version with oil level sensor
- On S50 B32 (with two oil drain plugs in oil pan)
- On S50 B32 (with two oil drain plugs in the oil pan)
- 11 13 500 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil pan (S50)
- 11 14 110 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing timing case cover (S50 / S54)
- 11 14 141 Replacing radial seal in lower timing case cover (S50 / S54)
- 11 14 151 Replacing crankshaft radial seal (transmission side)
- 11 21 500 Replacing crankshaft (S50)
- 11 21 531 Replacing all crankshaft main bearing shells (S50)
- 11 21 571 Replacing grooved ball bearing in crankshaft (M52 / S52 / M52TU / M54 / S50 / S54)
- 11 22 500 Removing and installing or replacing flywheel (S50) (clutch removed)
- 11 23 010 Removing and installing or replacing vibration damper (S50)
- S50 B32
- 11 24 571 Replacing all conrod bearings (S50) (pistons removed)
- Removal
- 11 25 671 Replacing piston rings for all pistons (S50) (pistons removed)
- 11 28 010 Replacing alternator drive belt (S50)
- 11 28 020 Replacing tensioner for alternator drive belt (S50)
- 11 31 005 Checking timing of camshafts (S50 B32)
- 11 31 019 Replacing all camshafts (S50 B30)
- 11 31 019 Replacing all camshafts (S50 B32)
- S50 B30
- 11 31 505 Adjusting timing of camshafts (S50 B32)
- 12 14 530 Replacing sensor for intake camshaft (S50)
- 12 14 535 Replacing sensor for outlet camshaft (S50)
- 12 14 560 Replacing control module (VANOS) (S50 B30)
- 11 34 004 Checking valve clearance (S50)
- 11 34 552 Removing and installing or replacing all valves - cylinder head removed (S50)
- 11 34 560 Replacing all valve stem seals - cylinder head removed (S50 / S54)
- S50 B32 and S54
- 11 34 715 Replacing all valve springs - cylinder removed (S50)
- General
- Operation
- Function of VANOS hydraulic system
- Function of VANOS electrical system
- 11 36 010 Removing and installing, sealing/replacing VANOS adjustment unit (S50 B30)
- 11 36 010 Removing and installing, sealing/replacing VANOS adjustment unit (S50 B32)
- Exhaust end
- Intake end
- 11 36 520 Replacing VANOS transmission unit (S50 B30)
- 11 36 520 Replacing VANOS transmission unit (intake or exhaust ends as appropriate) (S50 B32)
- Exhaust and intake ends
- 11 36 565 Replacing solenoid valve for exhaust or intake side on VANOS adjustment unit (S50 B32)
- Intake side
- Exhaust side
- 11 40 000 Checking engine oil pressure (S50 / S54)
- 11 41 000 Removing and installing or replacing oil pump (S50)
- 11 42 020 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing main flow oil filter (S50)
- 11 51 000 Removing and installing or replacing water pump (S50)
- 11 52 020 Removing and installing or replacing fan coupling (S50)
- 11 53 000 Removing and installing or replacing coolant thermostat (S50)
- 11 61 050 Removing and installing manifold for intake air (S50)
- 11 62 140 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing both exhaust manifolds (S50)
- 11 72 000 Removing and installing or replacing air pump (S50)
- 11 72 039 Tensioning drive belt for air pump (S50)
- 11 72 041 Replacing drive belt for air pump (S50)
- TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- Introduction
- Safety precautions when working with airbag circuits
- Multiple Restraint System III (MRS III)
- Purpose of the System
- MRS III Control module
- Satellite Sensors
- Driver's Front Air Bag
- Passenger's Front Air Bag
- Side Air Bags Front And Rear (Thorax)
- Front Head protection air bags (Inflatable Tubular Structure. ITS)
- Battery Safety Terminal (BST)
- Seat Belt Tensioners
- Seat Occupancy Sensor (SBE)
- MRS III Principle of Operation
- Triggering Thresholds For The Two-Stage Front Air Bags
- Side Airbags and Head Protection
- Battery Safety Terminal
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Request
- Diagnosis
- Multiple Restraint System (MRS & MRS II)
- Overview
- CONTROL MODULE
- FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG ASSEMBLY
- SIDE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY (FRONT/REAR)
- 2-STAGE PASSENGER AIRBAG
- PRESSURE CHAMBER
- IGNITION STAGE ONE
- AIRBAG ACTIVATION
- HEAD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (ITS)
- BST CONSTRUCTION
- BST ACTIVATION
- SIDE IMPACT SENSORS
- SEAT BELT SWITCHES
- MRS/MRS II DEPLOYMENT LOGIC
- DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG
- PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG
- SIDE AIR BAGS/ITS
- PYROTECHNIC SEATBELT TENSIONERS
- BST TRIGGER LOGIC
- DIAGNOSIS AND SERVICE PROCEDURES
- Central Airbag Trigger Module (ZAE & ZAE II)
- SYSTEM OVERVIEW
- MECHANICAL SEAT BELT TENSIONERS
- Cipro/Siemens Airbag System
- AREA OF IMPACT
- IMPACT SENSOR SIGNALS
- SIEMENS OPERATION
- Rollover Protection System (RPS)
- RPS COMPONENTS - OPERATION
- TWO ROLL BAR CASSETTES
- Technical Data
- ROLLOVER SENSOR
- CONTROL ELECTRONICS
- CLINOMETER - (TILT DETECTION)
- RPS DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
- RETRACTING OF THE ROLL BARS
- IDENTIFICATION
- DESCRIPTION
- CAPACITY
- FLUID TYPE
- BLEEDING POWER STEERING SYSTEM
- ADJUSTING FRONT AXLE (WITH KDS)
- CHECKING FOR DAMAGE & WEAR
- CHECKING FOR LEAKS
- Steering Wheel
- Tie Rod Joint
- CHECKING FUNCTION OF POWER STEERING PUMP
- Checking Vane Pump
- Power Steering Test
- USING SPECIAL TOOL (32 4 000)
- Pressure Hose Connection To Pump With 14 x 1.5 mm Banjo Bolt
- Pressure Hose Connection To Pump With 16 x 1.5 mm Banjo Bolt
- Pressure Hose Connection To Pump With 16 x 1.5 mm Union Screw
- Removal & Installation of Quick-Release Coupling with ID Marking
- Removal & Installation of Quick-Release Coupling with Indication Pins
- POWER STEERING COOLING LOOP (Z3)
- Removal & Installation
- Removal
- Installation
- POWER STEERING VANE PUMP (M52/M54 ENGINE)
- STEERING GEAR BELLOWS
- POWER STEERING GEAR
- Disassembly
- Assembly
- VANE PUMP (LUK/VICKERS)
- VANE PUMP (ZF)
- TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS