00..... Lifting vehicle with a lifting platform
Note. Before driving onto a lifting platform, make sure there is sufficient ground clearance between the lifting platform and the car. The lifting platform must comply with the relevant statutory accident prevention regulations and be serviced according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Lifting platform securing points (1) must be fitted to the vehicle. If necessary, remove these securing points (1) from the equipment pack and clip into bores in front and rear spoiler area from below.
Scheme 64
Make sure that the locating plate (2) of the lifting platform arm does not touch (and thereby damage) adjoining components.
| IMPORTANT | The vehicle may only be raised at the four reinforced supports! |
Note. Follow the lifting gear operating instructions. In particular, follow the safety instructions and observe the carrying capacity of the lifting gear.
00...... Notes on Using Repair Instructions, Technical Data, Tightening Torques
These repair instructions are intended to help expertly carry out maintenance and repair work.
They thus supplement the practical and theoretical training of master mechanics and fitters in BMW's Service Training Centers.
The Repair Instructions describes the removal, installation and replacement of subassemblies in the vehicle.
The Repair Instructions describe tasks which can be carried out on series -production BMW Group vehicles and vehicles which have not been subsequently converted.
Cross-references to "Technical Data" and "Tightening Torques" must be complied with.
If there are no cross-references to tightening torques in the repair instructions, the excerpts from the company standard BMW N 600 02.0 must be observed.
Cross-references to other flat rate units are intended as an aid and can refer to a complete work operation or merely to individual work steps contained therein.
Cross-references to other flat rate units must not be considered as an extension of the labor performance standard.
The structure of the Repair Instructions corresponds to the numbering system of the flat rate manuals (flat rate units).
Note. With the exception of inspection operations, no flat rates are published for the E52 (Z8) model series. However, the numbering system (flat rate units) is retained.
Furthermore, the corresponding microfiches of the repair instructions are valid for the E12, E21, E24, E28, E30, E31 and E34 model series.
The microfiche is also valid for the E32 model series with the following exception: For the 750i, 750Li models and the job description 31 31 000 Replacing front left or right spring strut, the TIS CD must be used!
In general, the individual work steps of the Repair Instructions describe only the removal of subassemblies. All removed subassemblies are reinstalled in reverse sequence. If particular features need to be observed during installation, they are identified as notes on installation. In contrast, complicated removal and installation procedures are described separately.
Further information on repair operations can be found on the "Commercial Service Data CD (KSD CD)". For the E39, E46 and E53 model series and the following model series, it is possible after selecting the FRU items to activate the corresponding information via the Text and Inclusive Items buttons.
Improvements and modifications are published regularly in service information bulletins.
00...... Raising vehicle with trolley jack (vehicle equipped with jacking point)
| WARNING | Vehicles without jacking points (located in the middle of the front axle carrier) must not be raised or moved with the trolley jack! Use only BMW-distributed/approved trolley jacks which have rubber plate contact points. Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are used! To prevent the vehicle from slipping off the trolley jack, check the rubber plate for damage prior to each use. |
Raising vehicle at front
Scheme 65
If necessary, remove front spoiler/spoiler lip.
E67: Fit jacking point (purchase of part by way of Electronic Parts Catalogue).
Slide trolley jack under vehicle at front middle until the rubber contact plate is situated below the jacking point.
Raise vehicle with trolley jack.
Raising vehicle at rear
| IMPORTANT | Risk of damage: Raising the vehicle at the rear differential is not permitted! |
00 00 ... Battery: check display (magic eye); if necessary, recharge battery
For further information on how to proceed, refer to Lead calcium batteries, all models.
00 00 ... Body and underbody: checking for corrosion and damage
Inspect chassis, underbody and wheel arches and check for corrosion and damage.
Note. It is absolutely essential to rectify any identified faults after consulting the customer and to issue a separate invoice.
00 00... Engine oil service
Carry out oil service at normal operating temperature.
First replace oil filter, then change oil.
Clean sealing surfaces.
Add engine oil in accordance with inspection sheet.
Run engine at idle until oil level and oil pressure warning lamps go out.
Check oil filter housing and oil drain plug for leaks.
Switch off engine, check oil level, correct if necessary (car must be on a horizontal level surface).
Remove any oil traces.
Fill out oil documentation.
Repair instructions
Note. Advise customers of any changes in engine oil (e.g. fuel, water or swarf in oil).
For details on how to proceed, refer to 00 00 250 BMW ENGINE OIL SERVICE (M54/56)
Scheme 66
| Location | Information/warning label | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Various components | Replacement identification -spare parts | US, CDN |
| Various components | Anti-theft protection | US, CDN |
| Engine compartment (1) | ||
| Headlights/engine compartment | Mercury (xenon headlights) | Worldwide |
| Engine compartment/raw air snorkel | Aluminium screws/bolts | Worldwide |
| Cylinder head cover | Ignition coil | Worldwide |
| Engine compartment/end panel | BMW High Performance Oil | US, not CDN |
| Engine compartment/end panel | Premair | US |
| Engine compartment | ICES CDN | CDN |
| Engine compartment | EC nameplate | Worldwide, not US, CDN, Japan, Australia, Gulf States |
| Engine compartment/hood/bonnet | Refrigerant | Worldwide |
| Engine compartment/hood/bonnet | Production date | Australia, Great Britain |
| Engine compartment/hood/bonnet | Exhaust gas | Australia, US, CDN |
| Engine compartment/brake booster | Brake fluid | CDN |
| Engine compartment/hood/bonnet | Exterior paint | Worldwide |
| Engine compartment/hood/bonnet | Genuine BMW spare parts | Worldwide |
| Interior (2) | ||
| Windscreen, top right | Airbag -windscreen | Europe |
| Windscreen | Ccc | China |
| Windscreen | Vehicle identification number | US, CDN, Gulf States, Great Britain & South Africa |
| 1 Drive | A/C menu | US, CDN |
| Interior/instrument panel | Airbag -instrument panel | US, CDN |
| Interior/sun visor | Airbag -sun visor | US, CDN |
| Steering wheel/speedometer | Top speed -210 km/h - Only with optional extra and for car rental | Germany |
| Complete vehicle bodyshell | ||
| B-pillar | Vehicle identification number | Brazil |
| B-pillar | Manufacturer's certificate | US, CDN, Gulf States |
| B-pillar | Front passenger airbag | Worldwide (not US and CDN) |
| B-pillar | Side airbag | Worldwide |
| B-pillar | Tyre inflation pressure | Europe, US, CDN, Australia |
| B-pillar | Runflat indicator | Worldwide |
| B-pillar | Manufacturer's certificate | US, CDN, Gulf States |
| Door, driver's side | Towing | Worldwide |
| Rear end (3) | ||
| Fuel cap/hood/bonnet | Independent heating | Europe |
| Filling area | Refuelling | US, CDN, Europe |
| Filling area, instrument cluster (plug) | OBD system | US, CDN |
| Trim, striker | Nose weight (only with optional extra) | Worldwide |
| Trim, cross-member (through-loading) | Lock, through-loading (only with optional extra) | Worldwide |
| Underfloor (4) | ||
| Vehicle jack | Vehicle jack | Australia |
| Front axle carrier | Airbag (basic setting) | Worldwide |
| Tension strut with hydro-mount | Do not lash down | Worldwide |
INFORMATION / WARNING LABELS
Key
US = United States
CDN= Canada
CCC= Car Communication Computer
OBD= On-Board Diagnosis
00 00 ... Positioning of multitrailer hood for maintenance and repair work
| CAUTION | At least two persons are needed to install and remove the hood from the platform. Before installing and removing the hood, secure the BMW multitrailer and the entire combination against rolling. For this purpose, use the parking brake and the chocks of the BMW multitrailer. The hood can also be set up and lowered with the aid of the universal lift available from BMW in conjunction with the roof racks and the hood adapter. Under no circumstances should work of any kind be carried out below the suspended hood. |
For maintenance and repair work, raise the hood using a lifting platform. Twin-column lifting platforms, body lifting platforms and twin-stamp underfloor platforms are suitable. The seating plates and areas of the lifting platform must be adjustable according to the dimensions of (Scheme 67).
Scheme 67
The lifting platform must conform to the relevant legal provisions of the accident prevention regulations and be serviced as specified. Comply with the lifting platform operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions and the carrying capacity.
Make sure you adhere to the BMW-recommended work area of 5 x 7 m and to an escape route of 0.6 m between two lifting platforms.
Please comply with the following instructions before raising the hood
- Raise only when it is unloaded
- Ensure sufficient clearance between the seating plates/seating areas and the GFP edge of the hood
- The hood must always be positioned in the middle of the lifting platform.
| CAUTION | The hood may only be raised at the pin (1). Under no circumstances may the hood be raised at the GFP edge of the hood (2). (Scheme 68) Exclusively for removal of pin (1), raise the hood in the GFP area. |
Scheme 68
00 00... Raising BMW multi-trailer
| CAUTION | Twin-strut underfloor platforms and twin -pillar lifting platforms are suitable for raising the BMW multi-trailer. Lifting platforms with drive-on surfaces are not suitable for raising in order to carry out maintenance and repair work. |
The lifting platform must comply with the relevant statutory accident prevention regulations and be serviced according to the manufacturer's instructions. It is essential to follow the lifting platform operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions and carrying capacity!
Make sure you adhere to the BMW-recommended work area of 5 x 7 m and to an escape route of 0.6 m between two lifting platforms.
Before raising the BMW multi-trailer, please observe the following points
- Raise the trailer only when it is unloaded
- Remove a supplied loading ramp from the loading ramp frame so that all chassis areas of the BMW multi -trailer are freely accessible
- There must be sufficient clearance between the carrier arms/flat girder bridges and the GFK aprons or the front guard of the BMW multi-trailer
- The BMW multi-trailer must always be positioned in the middle of the lifting platform.
| CAUTION | You will need special additional supports for the lifting platform in order to bridge the difference in height between longitudinal member and lower edge of GFK side apron or front guard of the BMW multi-trailer. The minimum height of the additional supports is 145 mm. Use only the additional supports approved by the platform manufacturer or specified in these repair instructions. You will find appropriate examples in the repair instructions for the majority of lifting platforms present in BMW workshops. For lifting platforms that are not named, the relevant manufacturers will offer you appropriate additional supports. Please contact directly the manufacturer of the lifting platform used in your dealership. |
| CAUTION | The BMW multi-trailer may only be raised by its longitudinal members. Do not under any circumstances raise the BMW multi-trailer by the GFK aprons. Make sure the additional supports bear the longitudinal members over their entire width and no attachments or wiring harnesses are touched or jammed. Check the securing equipment of the additional supports for correct seating. Under no circumstances should any work be carried out underneath the BMW multi-trailer if it is not adequately secured against slipping off the lifting platform. |
The areas (2) on the longitudinal members (1) marked in the diagram are the best areas for attaching the additional supports.
Scheme 69
General notes on using twin-pillar lifting platforms
For the twin -pillar lifting platforms described, the BMW multi -trailer is positioned in the direction of travel on the platform. For lifting platforms which do not create sufficient clearance between disk wheel and carrier arms, move the BMW multi -trailer against the direction of travel onto the platform.
Becker & Sohne twin-strut underfloor platform
The BMW multi -trailer can only be raised if it is supported at right angles to the direction of travel. For raising, use the high additional supports (1) of Becker & Sohne.
Scheme 70
| CAUTION | Also lash the BMW multi-trailer to the flat girder bridges of the lifting platform. Flag the protruding tow hitch and the drawbar member of the BMW multi-trailer conspicuously so as to prevent injury, e.g. with a red cloth. |
MAHA twin-pillar lifting platform
The BMW multi -trailer can only be raised if you use the support plate attachment sleeves for transporters (1). Position the axle of the BMW multi -trailer in the direction of travel in front of the pillars of the platform in order to obtain the specified lifting ranges and to establish sufficient clearance between disk wheel and carrier arms. The long carrier arms raise the front and the short carrier arms raise the rear of the BMW multi-trailer.
Scheme 71
Romaico-Lift twin-pillar lifting platform
The BMW multi -trailer can only be raised if you use the 146 mm high attachments (1). Position the axle of the BMW multi -trailer in the direction of travel in front of the pillars of the platform in order to obtain the specified lifting ranges and to establish sufficient clearance between disk wheel and carrier arms. The long carrier arms raise the front and the short carrier arms raise the rear of the BMW multi -trailer.
Scheme 72
Working pit
The BMW multi -trailer can be serviced or repaired in conjunction with a working pit if the following measures are taken into consideration. The BMW multi -trailer must be secured against slipping/tilting sideways. The drawbar jockey wheel must be firmly secured against rolling.
00 00 ... Upkeep measures for stored vehicles (new and used cars) and vehicles to be laid up at customer's premises
| Measure | Vehicles | Implementation |
|---|---|---|
| Renew outer skin preservation (new cars must always be stored in preserved condition; preservation/depreservation instructions, refer to Component Group 97) | New cars | Every 6 months; Tropical countries every 4 months |
| Release parking brake | New cars | In general |
| Used cars | In general | |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | In general | |
| Engage gear or selector lever position "P" for automatic | New cars | In general |
| Used cars | In general | |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | In general | |
| Check covering of interior equipment | New cars | In general |
| Increase tire inflation pressure to 3.5 bar | New cars | In general |
| Used cars | In general | |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | In general | |
| If battery master switch is fitted, switch off | New cars | In general |
| Charge battery | New cars | Every 6 weeks batteries disconnected from vehicle electrical system every 12 weeks in general before handover to customer |
| Used cars | Every 6 weeks batteries disconnected from vehicle electrical system every 12 weeks | |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | Every 6 weeks batteries disconnected from vehicle electrical system every 12 weeks | |
| Change brake fluid and reset service interval indicator (clock symbol only) | New cars | Lay-up periods > 6 months, change before handover of vehicle to customer |
| Used cars | Lay-up periods > 6 months, change before handover of vehicle to customer | |
| Check convertible top for possible damage | New cars | In general before handover to customer |
| Used cars | In general before handover to customer | |
| Park convertibles, if possible, under a roof | New cars | In general |
| Used cars | In general | |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | In general | |
| Check for damage to paintwork and exterior/interior equipment | New cars | In general before handover to customer |
| Used cars | In general before handover to customer | |
| Change engine oil and oil filter when engine is at normal operating temperature | New cars | From 12 months lay-up period before handover of vehicle to customer |
| Used cars | From 12 months lay-up period before handover of vehicle to customer | |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | From 12 months lay-up period before handover of vehicle to customer | |
| Check coolant concentrate | Used cars | In general |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | In general | |
| Apply hand and foot brakes when dry | New cars | In general |
| Used cars | In general | |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | In general | |
| Perform surface protection: Vehicle washing with inside cleaning and subsequent preservation of paintwork and chrome. Clean rubber seals on hoods/bonnets, rear lids and doors and apply talc or glycerine. Perform cleaning, preservation and subsequent treatment of engine, engine compartment, underbody, axles and assemblies with BMW-approved materials. | Used cars | In general |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | In general | |
| Switch on A/C system once a month for 10 minutes | Used cars | Necessary in order to retain full operational capability of gaskets and expansion valve (omitted in case of R134a refrigerant, identified by rating plate in engine compartment) |
| Customer cars to be laid up (instructions to customer) | Necessary in order to retain full operational capability of gaskets and expansion valve (omitted in case of R134a refrigerant, identified by rating plate in engine compartment) |
Upkeep Measures
00 00 250 BMW engine oil service (M54/56)
Recycling
Catch and dispose of used oil in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
Undo oil filter cap (36 A/F).
Oil flows from oil-filter housing into oil pan.
Installation
Tightening torque: 11 42 2AZ, refer to ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Scheme 73
Installation
Replace seals and coat with oil.
Scheme 74
Once oil has drained from oil filter housing, open oil drain plug or draw off oil.
Scheme 75
Installation
Replace sealing ring.
Tightening torque: 11 13 1AZ, refer to ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
00 00 250 BMW engine oil service incl. supplementary service (M54 / M56)
Note. Work step 00 00 250 comprises the engine oil and supplementary services. Only the engine oil service will be described in these repair instructions. For the supplementary service work steps, refer to the vehicle -specific inspection sheet.
Engine oil service
Release and tighten down main flow oil filter cap with a socket only.
Scheme 76
When the main flow oil filter cap is opened, engine oil flows from the oil filter housing back into the oil sump.
Release main flow oil filter cap and remove towards top.
Installation
Tightening torque 11 42 2AZ, refer to ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Installation
Replace and oil O-ring.
Scheme 77
Drain or draw off engine oil.
Scheme 78
When engine oil is drained, open cap in engine underguard.
Open oil drain plug and drain off engine oil.
Installation
Replace sealing ring.
Tightening torque 11 13 1AZ, refer to ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Complete vehicle and set in horizontal position.
Top up engine oil.
Start engine and run at idle until oil indicator lamp goes out.
Switch off engine, wait approx. 5 minutes and then check engine oil level.
Top up engine oil if necessary.
Supplementary service
Refer to vehicle-specific inspection sheet.
00 11..... Draining/topping up gear oil in manual transmission
Note. Gearbox must be at normal operating temperature. Gear oil: refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids. Filling capacities: refer to specific transmission Technical Data.
Draining gear oil
Scheme 79
- Release oil drain plug (1) and filler plug (2).
- Clean oil drain plug (1) and screw in.
- Tightening torque, refer to «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/manual-trans/#on-vehicle-servicing-gs6-37bz__torque-specifications) .
Fill transmission with gear oil.
- Pour in gear oil until overflowing.
- Tighten in filler screw (2). Tightening torque, refer to «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/bmw/x3/e83-2003-2006/remont/manual-trans/#on-vehicle-servicing-gs6-37bz__torque-specifications) .
00 11 259 Replenishing / changing rear differential oil
| IMPORTANT | Use only approved differential oils. |
Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the rear differential!
Replenishing Rear Differential Oil
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Scheme 80
Check rear differential oil level.
If necessary, pour in rear differential oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).
Installation
Scheme 81
- Oil filler plug with sealing ring: Replace sealing ring (1). Tightening torque, 65 Nm.
- Oil filler plug with O-ring: Replace oil filler plug (2). Tightening torque, 60 Nm.
Changing Rear Differential Oil
Note. The oil no longer has to be changed in rear differentials which do not have an oil drain plug (168K from 03/2003, 168L, 188L, 215L). Only change oil when rear differential is at normal operating temperature.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of emerging differential oil.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations
Place oil collecting apparatus underneath.
Remove oil drain plug (1).
Scheme 82
Drain and dispose of differential oil.
Undo oil filler plug (2).
Installation
Scheme 83
- Oil drain plug with sealing ring: Replace sealing ring (1). Tightening torque: 65 Nm.
- Oil drain plug with O-ring: Replace oil drain plug (2). Tightening torque: 60 Nm.
Installation
Pour in rear differential oil up to lower edge of opening for oil filler plug (1).
Scheme 84
Note. If necessary, refer to Technical Data for necessary fill quantities.
Installation
Scheme 85
- Oil filler plug with sealing ring: Replace sealing ring (1). Tightening torque: 65 Nm.
- Oil filler plug with O-ring: Replace oil filler plug (2). Tightening torque: 60 Nm.
00 11 500 Checking/topping up fluid level in automatic transmission (A5S 360R/390R)
| IMPORTANT | Use only the approved transmission fluid in this automatic transmission. |
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission!
For details of approved oil grades, see also sticker on transmission fluid sump.
Note. Illustration shows transmission oil filler plug (1) E83 petrol/gasoline engine.
Scheme 86
Note. Illustration shows transmission oil filler plug (1) E83 diesel engine.
Scheme 87
Note. Illustration shows transmission oil filler plug (1) E46 diesel engine.
Scheme 88
Move selector lever to parking position "P".
The vehicle must be horizontal and secured against rolling off.
Connect BMW Diagnosis and Information System (DIS) to vehicle.
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Top up automatic transmission fluid until it flows over.
Screw in oil filler plug (1) by hand.
Start engine and run at idle speed.
Operate brake and, with engine at idle speed, change up and down all gears several times.
Release oil filler plug (1) again.
Increase temperature of transmission fluid to 30 ... 50 °C.
Interrogate temperature of automatic transmission fluid with BMW Diagnosis and Information System.
Top up automatic transmission fluid until it flows over.
Screw in oil filler plug (1).
Tightening torque, 18 Nm.
Installation
Check sealing ring of oil filler plug (1) for damage and if necessary replace sealing ring and filler plug (1).
00 11 572 Changing oil in transfer box (ATC 400/500)
| IMPORTANT | When changing the gear oil, it is necessary to delete the self-adapting wear values in the transfer box control unit. |
Refer to Service functions.
Use only the approved transmission fluid.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer box!
Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations
Note. ATC 500 transfer box
Undo oil filler plug (1).
Scheme 89
Tightening torque, 33 Nm.
Note. ATC 500 transfer box
Remove oil drain plug (2).
Scheme 90
Tightening torque, 33 Nm.
Note. ATC 400 transfer box
Release oil filler plug (1) and oil drain plug (2).
Tightening torque, 33 Nm.
Scheme 91
Installation
Replace sealing rings. Clean oil drain plug (2) and screw in. Pour in gear oil up to lower edge of filler plug (1). Tighten in filler screw (1).
Tightening torque, 33 Nm.