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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1668 (ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR - E91)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Section 1668 (Engine Electrical System - Repair - E91)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Section 1668 (Engine Electrical System - Repair - E91)
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- 1200 Troubleshooting
- 61 20... Battery replacement information
- 12 00... Instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery
- 12 00... Instructions for working on the ignition system
- 12 13 Notes on checking ignition system
- 61 00... Notes on handling wiring harnesses and cables
- 12 00... Notes/information on removing and installing control units
- 12 00... Notes/information on start assistance (jump starting)
- 00 Safety information for working on vehicles with automatic engine start-stop function (MSA)
- 1212 Ignition Wires, Spark Plugs
- 1213 Ignition Coil
- 1214 Electronic Switching Or Control Units
- 12 14 700 Coding control module (DME/DDE)
- 12 14 705 Programming control unit (DME/DDE)
- 12 14 600 Removing/replacing knock sensors (N52, N52K, N51)
- 12 14 550 Replacing control unit (DME)
- 12 14 521 Replacing crankshaft pulse generator (N52, N52K, N51, N53)
- 12 14 524 Replacing exhaust camshaft pulse generator (N52, N52K, N51, N53)
- 12 14 523 Replacing inlet camshaft pulse generator (N52, N52K, N51, N53)
- 1231 Alternator With Drive And Mounting
- 1232 Regulator
- 1241 Starter With Mounting
- 1242 Starter Lead
- 1251 Engine Wiring Loom
- 1261 Oil Pressure/Oil Temperature/Oil Gauge
- 1290 Control Unit Box
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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.