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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW1993740IL (E32/2) V8-3982CC 4.0L DOHC (M60)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONDIGITAL MOTOR ELECTRONIC (DME)FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONSA/C COMPRESSOR CUT-OUT
1993 BMW 740iL (E32/2) V8-3982cc 4.0L DOHC (M60)
A/C Compressor Cut-Out
1993 BMW 740iL (E32/2) V8-3982cc 4.0L DOHC (M60)SECTION A/C Compressor Cut-Out
OPERATION
A circuit breaker relay temporarily switches off the magnetic clutch on the A/C compressor during acceleration. The Digital Motor Electronic (DME) control unit also switches off the compressor relay for 10 sec when driving off (full load at vehicle speeds below 13 km(h).
A circuit breaker relay temporarily switches off the magnetic clutch on the A/C compressor during acceleration. The Digital Motor Electronic (DME) control unit also switches off the compressor relay for 10 sec when driving off (full load at vehicle speeds below 13 km(h).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.