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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 MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2733 (MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - REPAIR - F33)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Section 2733 (Maintenance And General Information - Repair - F33)
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Section 2733 (Maintenance And General Information - Repair - F33)
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- General And Safety Information
- 00 Safety information for working on vehicles with automatic engine start-stop function (MSA)
- 00 Safety instructions for handling oil
- 64 50... Safety informations for handling refrigerant oil
- 64 50... Safety informations for handling tetrafluorethane refrigerant R134a
- 00 00... Information/warning labels
- 61 00... Notes on handling optical fibres
- 61 00... Notes on handling wiring harnesses and cables
- 64 00... Information on using cleaning agent/paints (personal protection equipment)
- 64 50... Note for handling R134a refrigerant
- 64 52... Instructions for opening and part replacement in refrigerant circuit
- 61 00... Notes on handling the high pressure cleaner
- 00 00... Microencapsulated screws
- Maintenance
- 00 00... Battery: Check battery. If necessary, recharging battery
- 00 00... Body: Check for corrosion (except cavities)
- 00 00... Brake lines and connections: visual inspection for leaks, damage, attachment and correct position
- 00 00... CBS reset
- 00 00... Check horn, headlight flashers and hazard warning flashers
- 00 00... Check windscreen wash/wipe system
- 00 00... Checking coolant level and concentration, correcting if necessary
- 00 00... Checking instrument/inscription lighting, interior/luggage compartment/glove box lights and blower
- 00 00... Checking lighting system
- 00 00... Checking of road safety (test drive)
- 11 00 300 Engine oil consumption measurement
- 00 00 604 Fuel filter service
- 00 00... Seat belts: Check condition of seat belt strap, check function of automatic reel, seat belt locking reel, seat belt buckle, seat belt clip and, if necessary, seat belt clasp
- 00 00 602 Service - air filter element
- 00 00 618 Service - brake fluid
- 00 00 612 Service - front brakes
- 00 00 614 Service - rear brakes
- (00 00 616 Service - microfilter)
- 00 00 622 Service - spark plugs
- 00 00 624 Service - vehicle check
- 00 00 610 Service engine oil (US version only)
- 00 00 105 Standard scope of service
- 00 00... Steering components: Check for play, damage and, if nec., tightness
- 00 00... Tires: checking and if necessary correcting inflation pressure, checking condition, tread depth and pattern
- 00 00... Underbody incl. all visible components: Check for damage, correct position, tightness, corrosion
- 00 00... Upkeep measures for stored vehicles (new and used cars) and vehicles to be laid up at customer's premises
- 00 00... Windscreen washer system: checking fluid level, topping up if necessary
- 00 00... Work instruction for removing the protective film
- Battery Information
- Raising Vehicle
- Heating/Air Conditioning System
- 64 53... Instructions for desiccant insert replacement
- 64 52... Instructions for opening and part replacement in refrigerant circuit
- 64 53... Instructions for replacement of air conditioning capacitors and radiator/coolers
- 64 50... Note for handling R134a refrigerant
- 64 50... Safety information for handling refrigerant oil
- 64 50... Safety information for handling tetrafluorethane refrigerant R134a
- Check, Add, Change Transmission Oil
- 00 11... Checking/topping up oil level in rear axle final drive
- 00 11... Draining/topping up transmission oil in manual gearbox - GS6-17BG/DG
- 00 11... Draining/topping up transmission oil in manual transmission - GS6-45DZ/BZ
- 00 11 500 GA8HP70Z Checking/topping up oil level in automatic transmission (GA8HP45Z, GA8HP50Z, GA8HP90Z)
- Aluminium Wheels
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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.