2008 BMW 335i 2D Convertible, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Different variant/trim Section 1 (Electrical Drives - Repair - E90/E91) Section 2 (Distance Systems, Cruise Control - Repair - E90/E91) Section 3 (Audio, Navigation, Anti-Theft And Restraints - Repair - E90/E91) Section 4 (Heating And Air Conditioning - Repair - E90/E91) Section 5 (Lights - Repair - E90/E91) Section 6 (Instruments - Repair - E90/E91) Section 7 (General Electrical System - Repair - E90/91) Section 8 (Slide/Tilt Roof - Repair - E90/E91) Section 9 (Seats - Repair - E90/E91) Section 10 (Body Equipment - Repair - E90/E91) Section 11 (Collision - Body Panel Repair (E90 & E91)) Section 12 (Wheel And Tires - Repair - E90/E91) Section 13 (Pedals - Repair - E90/E91) Section 14 (Brakes - Repair - E90/E91) Section 15 (Rear Axle - Repair - E90/E91) Section 16 (Front Axle - Repair - E90/E91) Section 17 (Steering And Wheel Alignment - Repair - E90/E91) Section 18 (Propeller Shaft - Repair - E90/E91) Section 19 (Gear Shift Mechanism - Repair - E90/E91) Section 20 (Clutch - Repair - E90/91) Section 21 (Front Axle - Technical Data - E90/E91) Section 22 (Steering And Wheel Alignment - Technical Data - E90/E91) Section 23 (Rear Axle - Technical Data - E90/91 (09-)) Section 24 (Brakes - Technical Data - E90/E91 (-08)) Section 25 (Lights - Technical Data - E90/E91) Section 26 (Heating And Air Conditioning - Technical Data - E90/E91) Section 27 (Clutch - Tightening Torques - E90/E91) Section 28 (Rear Axle - Tightening Torques - E90/E91 (09-)) Section 29 (Seats - Tightening Torques - E90/E91) Section 30 (Slide/Tilt Roof - Tightening Torques - E90/E91) Section 31 (Instruments - Tightening Torques - E90/E91) Section 32 (Lights - Tightening Torques - E90/E91) Section 33 (Heating And Air Conditioning - Tightening Torques - E90/E91) Section 34 (Audio, Navigation, Anti-Theft And Restraints - Tightening Torque - E90/E91) Section 35 (Electrical Drives - Tightening Torques - E90/E91) Section 36 (Maintenance And General Information - Special Tools - E90/E91) Section 37 (Rear Axle - Special Tools - E90/E91; AWD) Section 38 (Slide/Tilt Roof - Repair - E92) Section 39 (Slide/Tilt Roof - Tightening Torques - E92) Section 40 (Body - Special Tools - E90) Section 41 (General Electrical System - Special Tools - E90) Section 42 (Collision - Body Dimensions (E90 & E91)) 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 - Removal, Overhaul & Installation) Section 28 (Engine Performance Wiring Diagrams) Section 29 (Brakes - Repair) Section 30 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 31 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 32 (Electrical Component Locator - E36) Section 33 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 34 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 35 (Specifications & Drive Belt Routing) Section 36 (Steering Column - E36) Section 37 (Air Bag/SRS Component Inspection & Replacement Tables - EUROPEAN) 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 (Axle Shafts - 5 Series) Section 49 (Suspension - Front) Section 50 (Disc - Z8) Section 51 (Front Axle - Repair - E46) Section 52 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures) Section 53 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 54 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes) Section 55 (Brakes - Repair) Section 56 (Axle Shafts - X5) Section 57 (Anti-Lock Brakes/Traction Control System - X5) Section 58 (Front Differentials) Section 59 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 60 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 61 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 62 (Suspension - Front - Repair) Section 63 (Suspension - Front) Section 64 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 65 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 66 (Air Bag - Trouble Codes) Section 67 (Rear Suspension - Repair - E46) Section 68 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications) Section 69 (Engine Controls - On-Vehicle Adjustments) Section 70 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures) Section 71 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 72 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes) Section 73 (Engine Controls - System & Component Testing) Section 74 (Engine Controls - Pin Voltage Charts) Section 75 (Steering Column - Repair) Section 76 (Steering Column - Repair) Section 77 (Steering Column) Section 78 (Steering Column) Section 79 (Power Rack & Pinion - Repair) Section 80 (Power Rack & Pinion) Section 81 (Power Steering System - Repair) Section 82 (Steering - Repair) Section 83 (Air Bag Deactivation Procedures) Section 84 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 85 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 86 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 87 (Cabin Air Filter - E46) Section 88 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 89 (Electrical Component Locator) Section 90 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 91 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 92 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts (6-Cylinder)) Section 93 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts (V8 & V12)) Section 94 (Computer Relearn Procedures) Section 95 (Diagnostic Trouble Codes With Test Charts) Section 96 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 97 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 98 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 99 (Air Bag Deactivation Procedures) Section 100 (Power Convertible Top - Z8) Section 101 (Specifications & Procedures) Section 102 (Axle Shafts (Front & Rear) - Repair) Section 103 (Cooling Fans) Section 104 (Generators & Regulators) Section 105 (Brakes - Repair) Section 106 (Brakes - Repair (E46)) Section 107 (Starter - Repair (2WD)) Section 108 (Starter - Repair) Section 109 (Starters) Section 110 (Cooling Fans - Repair (E46)) Section 111 (Starter) Section 112 (Specifications & Drive Belt Routing) Section 113 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 114 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 115 (Servicing - A/T) Section 116 (Manual Transmis

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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.