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.
Imported Cars & Trucks: BMW
1987 Pontiac SafariSECTION BMW
NOTE:
This table provides a quick reference for self-diagnostic connector locations, when available from manufacturer, that ARE NOT
located at the lower left side of the dash, as mandated in 1996 by the Federal government.
BMW - IMPORTED CARS & TRUCKS
| Application | Connector Location | |
|---|---|---|
| Z3 | Behind Cover, On Right Side Of Center Console | |
| Z4 & Z8 | Under Left Side Of Dash, Left Of Steering Column, Behind Cover | |
| 318 & 325 | ||
| 1991 | On Bracket, Above Thermostat Housing | |
| 1992-95 | On Right Rear Of Engine Compartment | |
| 1996 | Under Left Side Of Dash, Behind Panel Labeled OBD | |
| 330 | Behind Cover, Under Left Side of Dash Above Hood & Trunk Releases | |
| 524t | On Top Rear Of Engine | |
| 525i & 535i | ||
| 1990-91 (Black 20-Pin Connector) | Left Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment | |
| 1992-95 | Outside Of Engine Compartment Fuse/Relay Block | |
| 528e | On Intake Manifold Bracket, Behind Thermostat Housing | |
| 635CSi | On Bracket, Next To Fuse/Relay Block | |
| 735i | ||
| 1986-87 | On Bracket, On Top Of Engine | |
| 1988-92 | On Right Side Of Engine Compartment, On Shock Tower | |
| 740 & 750 | Under Left Side Of Dash, Behind Panel Labeled OBD | |
| 740i & 740iL (1993-01) | Behind Cover On Lower Left Corner Of A/C Control Panel | |
| 745Li | In Left Side Kickpanel, Behind Cover Labeled OBD | |
| 750iL | Behind Cover On Lower Left Corner Of A/C Control Panel | |
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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.