Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW1993740IL (E32/2) V8-3982CC 4.0L DOHC (M60)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL MODULETECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSCUSTOMER INTERESTECM - EPROM PROGRAMMING UPDATEDSERVICE ACTION LABEL INSTRUCTIONS
1993 BMW 740iL (E32/2) V8-3982cc 4.0L DOHC (M60)
Service Action Label Instructions
1993 BMW 740iL (E32/2) V8-3982cc 4.0L DOHC (M60)SECTION Service Action Label Instructions
This Service Action is assigned code number 131. After the vehicle is checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (SD 92-050) and:
a) Emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label 1.
b) Punch out code number 131 printed on the label 2.

c) Bend the label to crease an edge and remove the backing paper. Then affix the label to the B pillar as shown:
If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label.
a) Emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label 1.
b) Punch out code number 131 printed on the label 2.
c) Bend the label to crease an edge and remove the backing paper. Then affix the label to the B pillar as shown:
If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label.
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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.