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.
External Pages
's manual. Be very cautious using repair info from here because these pages may not apply to your vehicle. Different variant/trim Section 1 (Slide/Tilt Roof - Repair Instructions) Section 2 (Slide/Tilt Roof - Tightening Torques) Different car Section 1 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications) Section 2 (Engine Controls - On-Vehicle Adjustments) Section 3 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures - Except V12) Section 4 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 5 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes) Section 6 (Engine Controls - System & Component Testing) Section 7 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation - 1 Of 2) Section 8 (Engine Performance Wiring Diagrams) Section 9 (Abs/Traction Control - Repair (E46)) Section 10 (Specifications & Procedures) Section 11 (Differentials & Axle Shafts) Section 12 (Clutches - 5 Series (E39)) Section 13 (Servicing - M/T) Section 14 (Engine Controls - Specifications) Section 15 (Engine Controls - Adjustments - Except V12) Section 16 (Engine Performance Wiring Diagrams) Section 17 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 18 (Engine Controls - Basic Testing) Section 19 (Engine Controls - Tests W/O Codes) Section 20 (Engine Controls - System/Component Tests) Section 21 (Engine Controls - Remove/Install/Overhaul) Section 22 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications) Section 23 (Engine Controls - On-Vehicle Adjustments) Section 24 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures) Section 25 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes) Section 26 (Engine Controls - System & Component Testing) Section 27 (Engine Controls - Pin Voltage Charts) Section 28 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation) Section 29 (Engine Performance Wiring Diagrams) Section 30 (Brakes - Repair) Section 31 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 32 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 33 (Electrical Component Locator - E36) Section 34 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 35 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 36 (Specifications & Drive Belt Routing) Section 37 (Steering Column - E36) Section 38 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 39 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 40 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 41 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 42 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 43 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 44 (A/C-Heater System) Section 45 (Anti-Lock/Traction Control) Section 46 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 47 (Front/Rear Drive Axle - Repair (2WD & 4WD)) Section 48 (Drive Shafts & Universal Joints) Section 49 (Front Suspension - Repair - E36) Section 50 (Rear Suspension) Section 51 (Axle Shafts - 5 Series) Section 52 (Suspension - Front) Section 53 (Disc - Z8) Section 54 (Front Axle - Repair - E46) Section 55 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures) Section 56 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 57 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes) Section 58 (Brakes - Repair) Section 59 (Axle Shafts - X5) Section 60 (ANTI-LOCK BRAKES/TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - 745i & 745Li) Section 61 (Anti-Lock Brakes/Traction Control System - X5) Section 62 (Front Differentials) Section 63 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 64 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 65 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 66 (Suspension - Front - Repair) Section 67 (Suspension - Front) Section 68 (Suspension - Front) Section 69 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 70 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 71 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 72 (Electronic Suspension) Section 73 (Air Bag - Trouble Codes) Section 74 (Rear Suspension - Repair - E46) Section 75 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications) Section 76 (Engine Controls - On-Vehicle Adjustments) Section 77 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures) Section 78 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 79 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes) Section 80 (Engine Controls - System & Component Testing) Section 81 (Engine Controls - Pin Voltage Charts) Section 82 (Steering Column - Repair) Section 83 (Steering Column) Section 84 (Steering Column - Repair) Section 85 (Steering Column) Section 86 (Steering Column) Section 87 (Power Rack & Pinion - E36) Section 88 (Power Rack & Pinion - Repair) Section 89 (Power Rack & Pinion) Section 90 (Power Steering System - Repair) Section 91 (Steering - Repair) Section 92 (Power Rack & Pinion) Section 93 (Suspension - Rear) Section 94 (Air Bag Deactivation Procedures) Section 95 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 96 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 97 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 98 (Cabin Air Filter - E46) Section 99 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 100 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 101 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 102 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 103 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts (6-Cylinder)) Section 104 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts (V8 & V12)) Section 105 (Computer Relearn Procedures) Section 106 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 107 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 108 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 109 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 110 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 111 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 112 (Power Convertible Top - Z8) Section 113 (Specifications & Procedures) Section 114 (Specifications & Procedures) Section 115 (Axle Shafts (Front & Rear) - Repair) Section 116 (Axle Shafts - Repair) Section 117 (Axle Shafts - Repair) Section 118 (Generators & Regulators) Section 119 (ELECTRIC COOLING FANS - 525i, 530i & 545i) Section 120 (Cooling Fans) Section 121 (Generators & Regulators) Section 122 (Generators & Regulators) Section 123 (Generators & Regulators) Section 124 (DISC - 745i, 745Li, 760i & 760Li) Section 125 (Brakes - Repair) Section 126 (Brakes - Repair (E46)) Section 127 (DISC - 525i, 530i & 545i) Section 128 (Brakes - Repair) Section 129 (Starter - Repair (2WD)) Section 130 (Cooling Fans) Section 131 (Starter - Repair) Section 132 (Starters) Section 133 (Starters) Section 134 (Cooling Fans - Repair (E46)) Section 135 (Starter) Section 136 (Fuses & Circuit Breakers - E60) Section 137 (Suspension - Rear) Section 138 (Suspension - Rear) Section 139 (Specifications & Procedures) Section 140 (Specifications & Drive Belt Routing) Section 141 (Specifications & Drive Belt Routing) Section 142 (Suspension - Front) Section 143 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 144 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 145 (Servicing - A/T) Section 146 (Suspension - Front) Section 147 (Removal & Installation (A5S 360R/390R)) Section 148 (Removal & Installation - (A5S 440Z)) Section 149 (Removal & Installation - (A5S 325Z)) Section 150 (Transmission - Overview) Section 151 (Removal & Installation (A5S 325Z)) Section 152 (Automatic Transmission - Removal & Installation - X5 (A5S 440Z)) Section 153 (Automatic Transmission - Removal & Installation - A5S360R) Section 154 (Automatic Transmission - Removal & Installation - X5 (6HP26Z)) Section 155 (Automatic Transmission - Removal & Installation) Section 156 (Manual Transmission - Removal & Installation (A5S 360R/390R)) Section 157 (Removal & Installation - (S5D 310Z/S5D 320Z)) Section 158 (Propeller Shaft - Repair) Section 159 (Removal & Installation (S5D 200G/S5D 250G/M52TU/M54)) Section 160 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 161 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 162 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 163 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 164 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 165 (Removal & Installation (S6S 420G)) Section 166 (M
NO RELATED
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.