Table Of Contents - BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual

Table of Contents

How To Use This Manual2
Safety7
Lifting The Car7
Getting Started7
Raising Car Safely8
Working Under Car Safely9
Advice For The Beginner11
Planning Ahead11
Cleanliness11
Tightening Fasteners12
Gaskets And Seals13
Electrical Testing14
Wire Repairs15
Buying Parts16
Non-Returnable Parts17
Tools19
Basic Tool Requirements20
Common Bolt Diameters And Wrench Sizes21
Jack Stands22
Oil Change Equipment23
Feeler Gauges23
Torque Wrench23
Digital Multimeter24
Bmw Special Tools25
Emergencies26
Changing A Tire26
Car Will Not Start27
Jump Starting28
Indicator And Warning Lights29
Towing30
Spare Parts Kit32
Maintenance34
Service Interval Indicator (Sii)34
Service Interval Indicator (Sii), Resetting36
Inspection I And Inspection Ii38
Maintenance Tables40
Table A. Oil Service40
Table B. Inspection I Service41
Table C. Inspection Ii Service45
Fluid And Lubricant Specifications47
Table D. Fluids And Lubricants47
Differential, Front Or Rear (Drain And Fill)48
Power Steering Fluid48
Brake Fluid48
Brake Fluid Information49
Engine Coolant (Anti-Freeze)49
Differential Gear Oi49
Power Steering Fluid Information49
Transmission Fluid, Automatic50
Transmission Fluid, Manual50
Engine Oil Service51
Eingine Oil Recommendation51
Engine Oil, Checking Level52
Engine Oil And Filter, Changing52
Engine Compartment Maintenance56
Accelerator Linkage56
Air Filter, Replacing56
Cooling System Service57
Engine Drive Belt Service58
Idle Speed59
Oxygen Sensors59
Power Steering Fluid, Checking Level60
Spark Plugs, Replacing61
Ventilation Microfilter, Replacing63
Battery, Checking And Cleaning64
To Remove Battery Corrosion64
Battery, Replacing66
Brake Fluid, Replacing67
Brake Pad/Rotor Wear, Checking67
Brake System, Inspecting68
Parking Brake, Checking69
Clutch Fluid, Checking70
Drive Axle Joint (Cv Joint) Boots, Inspecting70
Exhaust System, Inspecting70
Differential Oil Level, Checking71
Fuel Filter, Replacing72
Fuel Tank And Fuel Lines, Inspecting74
Suspension, Front, Inspecting75
Suspension, Rear, Inspecting75
Tires, Checking Inflation Pressure75
Tires, Rotating76
Transmission Service, Automatic76
Transmission Service, Manual77
Transmission Fluid, Checking And Filling (Manual Transmission)77
Wheels, Aligning77
Body And Interior Maintenance79
Body And Hinges, Lubricating79
Exterior Washing79
Interior Care80
Leather Upholstery And Trim80
Polishing80
Seat Belts81
Special Cleaning81
Washing Chassis81
Waxing82
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance82
On-Board Diagnostics (Obd Ii)84
Malfunction Indicator Light (Mil)85
Scan Tool And Scan Tool Display88
Diagnostic Monitors89
Drive Cycle94
Readiness Codes94
Bmw Fault Codes (Dtcs)95
Engine - General115
Table A. Engine Specifications116
Torque/Power Graphs (Engine)117
Cylinder Block And Crankshaft119
Connecting Rods And Pistons120
Cylinder Head And Valvetrain Description120
Exhaust Manifolds120
Cooling System121
Lubrication System Description122
Resonance/Turbulence Intake System122
Vanos (Variable Camshaft Timing)124
Engine Management System125
Engine Control Module (Ecm)125
Fuel Metering128
Air Intake128
Siemens Dme Ms 42.0131
Siemens Dme Ms 43.0132
Driveability Troubleshooting134
Dme System Voltage134
Main Grounds135
Engine Removal And Installation138
Intake Manifold, Removing And Installing138
Engine Assembly, Removing And Installing147
Cylinder Head Removal And Installation154
Cylinder Head Removal158
Intake Manifold, Removing158
Cylinder Head Cover, Removing168
Double Vanos Components (M52 Tu, M54 Engine)170
Vanos Control Unit, Removing171
Camshafts And Valvetrain, Removing175
Cylinder Head Assembly, Removing181
Cylinder Head Installation183
Cylinder Head Assembly, Installing184
Camshafts And Valvetrain, Installing186
Vanos Control Unit, Installing197
Cylinder Head Cover, Manifolds, Cooling System, Installing200
Diagnostic Testing204
Cylinder Compression, Checking204
Wet Compression Test207
Cylinder Leak-Down Test208
Cylinder Head And Valvetrain209
Cylinder Head212
Valves, Leak Test213
Camshaft213
Hydraulic Lifters, Checking And Replacing214
Valves, Removing And Installing217
Valve Specifications218
Valve Guides219
Valve Guide Specifications220
Valve Stem Oil Seals220
Valve Seats221
Valve Seat Specifications221
Valve Springs222
Camshaft Timing Chain223
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal227
Camshaft Timing Chains, Removing231
Double Vanos Components View (M52 Tu, M54 Engine)244
Camshaft Timing Chains, Installing247
Vanos258
Vanos Fault Codes260
Double Vanos Components260
Vanos Control Unit261
Vanos Control Unit Removal262
Vanos Control Unit Installation266
Camshaft Timing, Adjusting269
Lubrication System277
Engine Lubrication278
Oil Pressure, Checking279
Oil Pressure Warning System, Testing280
Oil Pan, Removing And Installing (Rear Wheel Drive Models)283
Oil Pan, Removing And Installing (All Wheel Drive Models)290
All Wheel Drive Oil Pan, Front Differential And Front Subframe Assembly297
Component Replacement (Lubrication System)299
Oil Pressure Warning Switch299
Oil Level Warning Switch299
Oil Pump, Removing And Installing299
Oil Pump Pressure Relief Valve302
Ignition System303
Engine Management304
Engine Management Systems305
Basic Troubleshooting Principles307
Ignition Trace Diagnostics309
Misfire Detection309
Misfire Fault Codes310
Ignition System Problems310
Warnings And Cautions (Ignition System)311
Ignition System Service314
Ignition Firing Order314
Disabling Ignition System314
Checking For Spark314
Ignition Coil Assembly, Testing And Replacing315
Ignition Coil Resistance317
Crankshaft Speed Sensor, Replacing318
Camshaft Position Sensors320
Intake Camshaft Position Sensor, Replacing320
Exhaust Camshaft Position Sensor, Replacing321
Knock Sensors, Replacing322
Fuel Injection324
Tools And Test Equipment (Fuel Injection)325
Principle Of Fuel Injection Operation327
Warnings And Cautions (Fuel Injection)329
Electrical Checks And Component Testing (Fuel Injection)332
Dme Main Relay, Testing332
Fuel Pump Relay, Testing334
Fuel Delivery And Fuel Pressure335
Relieving Fuel Pressure335
Component Replacement (Fuel Injection)338
Fuel Rail And Injectors, Removing And Installing338
Fuel Pressure Regulator, Replacing342
Mass Air Flow (Maf) Sensor, Removing And Installing343
Engine Coolant Temperature (Ect) Sensor, Replacing344
Intake Air Temperature (Iat) Sensor, Replacing345
Throttle Assembly, Removing And Installing346
Throttle Cable, Adjusting (Ms 42.0)350
Throttle Cable Clearance351
Throttle Angle Specifications351
Idle Speed Control Valve, Replacing352
Engine Control Module (Ecm), Removing And Installing354
Ecm Pin Assignments357
Ecm Pin Assignment-Dme Ms 42.0 And Ms 43.0358
Radiator And Cooling System366
Special Tools366
Cooling System (Dme Ms 42.0)367
Coolant Pump368
Thermostat368
Radiator And Expansion Tank368
Cooling Fan (Primary)368
Warnings And Cautions370
Radiator And Cooling System Troubleshooting372
Cooling System Pressure Test373
Cooling System Test Pressures374
Combustion Chamber Leak Test375
Thermostat, Checking375
Cooling System Fault Codes376
Service Of The Cooling System377
Coolant, Draining And Filling377
Cooling System Capacity379
Cooling System, Bleeding379
Viscous Clutch Cooling Fan, Replacing (Models With Automatic Transmission)380
Electric Cooling Fan, Replacing (Models With Manual Transmission)382
Electric Cooling Fan, Replacing (Models With Automatic Transmission)382
Thermostat, Replacing383
Coolant Pump, Replacing385
Radiator, Removing And Installing387
Coolant Expansion Tank, Removing And Installing389
Exhaust System393
Drivetrain393
Manual Transmission393
Manual Transmission Applications394
Automatic Transmission394
Automatic Transmission Applications395
Transmission Lubricants395
Clutch396
Clutch Hydraulics399
Clutch Hydraulic System, Bleeding And Flushing399
Clutch Master Cylinder, Replacing401
Clutch Slave Cylinder, Replacing404
Clutch Mechanical406
Clutch, Removing406
Clutch Assembly And Hydraulics408
Clutch, Inspecting408
Clutch, Installing New Pressure Plate409
Clutch, Installing Used Pressure Plate411
Transmission Pilot Bearing, Replacing413
Manual Transmission Description414
Manual Transmission Gear Ratios415
Transmission Fluid Service416
Transmission Fluid Level, Checking416
Transmission Fluid, Replacing416
Transmission Service418
Back-Up Light Switch, Replacing418
Selector Shaft Seal, Replacing (Transmission Installed)418
Output Shaft Seal, Replacing (Transmission Installed)421
Input Shaft Seal, Replacing (Transmission Removed)423
Transmission Removal And Installation426
Transmission, Removing And Installing426
Automatic Transmission Description432
Automatic Transmission Service435
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Atf) Level, Checking435
Atf, Draining And Filling437
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity438
Automatic Transmission Removal And Installation440
Gearshift Linkage447
Manual Transmission Gearshift Linkages448
Gearshift Lever, Removing (Manual Transmission)448
Gearshift Lever, Installing (Manual Transmission)450
Automatic Transmission Gearshift452
Gearshift Mechanism, Adjusting (Automatic Transmission)452
Automatic Shiftlock, Checking Function (Automatic Transmission)453
Automatic Transmission Gearshift Mechanism454
Shift Interlock, Checking Function (Automatic Transmission)455
Driveshafts456
Front And Rear Driveshafts456
Rear Wheel Drive Driveshaft Assembly457
All Wheel Drive Driveshaft Assemblies457
Driveshafts Troubleshooting458
Driveshaft Flange Runout (Max. Allowable)459
Driveshaft Troubleshooting Table460
Rear Driveshaft Service463
Rear Driveshaft, Aligning463
Rear Driveshaft, Removing465
Rear Driveshaft, Installing466
Flex-Disc, Replacing468
Center Bearing Assembly, Replacing470
Front Centering Guide, Replacing471
Front Driveshaft Service474
Front Driveshaft, Removing And Installing474
Transfer Case476
Transfer Case, Removing And Installing477
Suspension, Steering And Brakes480
Front And Rear Suspension Systems (Rear Wheel Drive)480
Steering483
Rear Suspension484
E46 Stabilizer Bars485
Brakes485
Tires And Wheels486
Rim And Tire Sizes486
Electronic Brake And Stability Control Systems487
Abs System Description489
Automatic Stability Control (Asc)490
Asc Indicator Lamp Function492
Dynamic Stability Control (Dsc)493
Vehicle Stability Parameters494
Stability Control System Functions495
Cornering Brake Control (Cbc)495
Electronic Brake Proportioning (Ebv)496
Brake Intervention (Adb)496
When Intervention Is Necessary497
Drive Torque Reduction497
Drag Torque Reduction (Msr)498
Dynamic Brake Control (Dbc)498
Maximum Brake Control (Mbc)499
Teves Mk 20 Asc Diagram500
Teves Mk 20 Dsc Diagram501
Vehicle Network502
Hydraulic Unit/Control Module503
Wheel Speed Sensors503
Dsc Lateral Acceleration Sensor505
Teves Mk 60 Dsc Diagram505
Bosch Dsc Iii 5.7 Diagram506
Dsc Rotational Rate (Yaw) Sensor507
Dsc Steering Angle Sensor507
Dsc Pressure Sensor508
Dsc Precharge Pump508
Switches And Indicators508
Brake Light Switch509
Parking Brake Switch509
Brake Fluid Level Switch509
Braking And Stability Control Warning Lights510
Suspension And Steering Troubleshooting511
Abs Troubleshooting513
Abs System Inspection514
Ride Height515
Front Ride Height Specifications (Measurement A)515
Rear Ride Height Specifications (Measurement A)516
Front Suspension517
Front Suspension Construction519
Shock Absorbers And Springs522
Strut Assembly, Removing And Installing522
Front Spring And Upper Strut Mount Assembly526
Strut Assembly, Disassembling And Assembling528
Front End Reinforcement532
Front Subframe, Removing And Installing (Rear Wheel Drive Models)534
Front Subframe, Removing And Installing (All Wheel Drive Models)538
Control Arms543
Control Arm, Removing And Installing (Rear Wheel Drive Models)545
Control Arm, Removing And Installing (All Wheel Drive Models)548
Inner Ball Joint, Replacing (All Wheel Drive Models)550
Control Arm Bushings, Rear Wheel Drive552
Control Arm Bushings, All Wheel Drive555
Stabilizer Bar, Removing And Installing558
Front Wheel Bearings Replacing (Rear Wheel Drive Models)560
Front Wheel Bearing, Replacing (All Wheel Drive Models)563
Front Axle Final Drive569
Front Axle Final Drive Syste Description570
System Description570
Drive Axles574
Drive Axle, Removing And Installing574
Drive Axle Radial Seal, Replacing577
Outer Cv Joint Boot, Replacing581
Inner Cv Joint Boot, Replacing583
Front Differential Oil, Checking And Filling587
Front Axle Differential, Removing And Installing588
Right Axle Bearing Pedestal, Removing And Installing594
Input Flange Radial Seal, Replacing596
Steering And Wheel Alignment599
Steering System600
Steering Wheel, Removing And Installing603
Steering Column Assembly605
Ignition Lock Cylinder, Removing And Installing606
Lower Steering Column, Removing And Installing607
Upper Steering Column, Removing And Installing608
Power Steering System613
Power Steering System, Bleeding And Filling614
Power Steering Pump, Removing And Installing615
Steering Rack, Removing And Installing617
Outer Tie Rod End, Replacing620
Tie Rod Or Rack Boot, Replacing621
Wheel Alignment624
Front Wheel Alignment Specifications625
Rear Wheel Alignment Specifications625
Front Wheel Camber626
Front Wheel Toe626
Rear Wheel Camber627
Rear Wheel Toe627
Rear Suspension - Special Tools629
Rear Suspension Description630
Rear Shock Absorbers And Springs632
Coil Spring, Removing And Installing634
Rear Suspension Arms, Subframe And Bushings638
Rear Suspension Arms, Assembly Diagram638
Trailing Arm, Removing And Installing640
Upper Control Arm, Removing And Installing644
Lower Control Arm, Removing And Installing646
Rear Subframe647
Rear Subframe Assembly Diagram649
Rear Suspension Bushings650
Trailing Arm Front Bushing651
Upper Or Lower Control Arm Outer Bushing (In Trailing Arm)652
Upper Control Arm Inner Bushing653
Rear Subframe Bushing655
Rear Stabilizer Bar657
Rear Wheel Bearings Replacement658
Rear Axle Final Drive662
Drive Axles Description664
Rear Drive Axle, Removing And Installing664
Rear Drive Axle Assembly Diagram666
Cv Joint Boots667
Ball Cage Cv Joint Boot667
Slip Sleeve Cv Joint Boot669
Rear Differential671
Rear Differential Oil, Checking And Filling671
Rear Differential, Removing And Installing672
Differential Mounting Bushings675
Rear Differential Oil Seals676
Input Drive Flange Oil Seal, Replacing678
Brakes - Special Tools681
E46 Brake System682
Electronic Braking And Stability Control682
E46 Electronic Braking And Stability Control Systems683
Brakes Troubleshooting684
Brake System Troubleshooting Table687
Bleeding Brakes690
Brake Pads, Calipers, And Rotors693
Caliper Removal696
Brake Pad Wear Sensor698
Brake Pad Anti-Rattle Clip698
Brake Pad Lining Thickness699
Brake Rotor Removal699
Brake Rotor Reconditioning Specifications700
Brake Rotor Sizes700
Brake Pad Carrier Removal701
Master Cylinder, Removing And Installing702
Brake Booster, Removing And Installing706
Parking Brake710
Parking Brake Shoes, Adjusting710
Parking Brake Shoes, Removing And Installing712
Parking Brake Cable, Replacing713
Abs Component Replacement716
Wheel Speed Sensor, Replacing716
Abs Impulse Wheel718
Dsc Lateral Acceleration Sensor, Replacing719
Dsc Rotational Rate (Yaw) Sensor, Replacing719
Dsc Steering Angle Sensor Info721
Dsc Pressure Sensor Info721
Hydraulic Unit/Control Module, Removing And Installing721
Dsc Precharge Pump, Removing And Installing724
Body727
E46 Sedan View727
Body Assembly728
E46 Sport Wagon View728
E46 Convertible View729
E46 Coupe View729
Body Shell730
Exterior And Aerodynamics731
Coupe Models732
Convertible Models732
Sport Wagon734
Safety And Security Features736
Safety Cage736
Door Anchoring System736
Door Locks And Door Handles736
Roof Padding737
Seat Belts Description737
Airbags738
Battery Safety Terminal (Bst)739
Security739
Emergency Location740
Interior Features741
Noise Reduction741
Seats741
Instruments And Controls743
Central Body Electronics (Zke V)744
Heating And Air Conditioning (Ihka)746
Sport Wagon Interior Features747
Fenders, Engine Hood748
Front Fenders Removing And Installing749
Engine Hood752
Hood, Raising To Service Position752
Hood, Removing And Installing752
Hood, Aligning753
Hood Release Cable And Spring Pins, Adjusting755
Hood Latch Components, Assembly756
Doors760
Front Or Rear Door, Removing And Installing760
Door Adjustment Table762
Door Check, Replacing762
Door Hinge Adjustment764
Door Panels766
Door Trim Panel, Removing And Installing766
Rear Side Trim Panel, Removing And Installing (Coupe Model)769
Rear Side Trim Panels, Removing And Installing (Convertible Model)769
Trunk Lid, Tailgate772
Trunk Lid, Removing And Installing773
Trunk Lid, Aligning774
Trunk Lid Support Strut, Removing And Installing777
Tailgate (Sport Wagon Models)779
Tailgate, Removing And Installing779
Tailgate, Emergency Release779
Tailgate Support Strut, Removing And Installing780
Rear Spoiler, Removing And Installing780
Rear Window, Removing And Installing781
Alignment Of Spoiler, Rear Window And Tailgate782
Seam Clearance Specification783
Tailgate And Rear Window Position Gap Adjustment783
Exterior Trim, Bumpers787
Outside Rear View Mirrors788
Outside Mirror Glass, Replacing788
Outside Mirror Housing, Removing And Installing788
Outside Mirror, Removing And Installing789
Front Bumper Assembly792
Front Bumper, Removing And Installing793
Front Bumper Impact Absorber, Replacing794
Rear Bumper Assembly795
Rear Bumper, Removing And Installing795
Rear Bumper Impact Absorber, Replacing797
Bumper Height, Adjusting798
Exterior Trim800
Bmw Emblem, Removing And Installing800
Body Side Molding, Replacing800
Radiator Grill, Removing And Installing801
Headlight Housing Trim Panel, Removing And Installing802
Door Windows803
Power Windows804
Power Window Electronics (Gm V) Sedan And Sport Wagon805
Window Switches806
Rear Window Child Lockout Switch806
Power Window Motors807
Convenience Opening/Closing807
Window Anti-Trap Protection808
Window Motor Limit Stop Function808
Convertible Windows809
Window Service, 4-Door Models811
Window Anti-Trap Strip, Testing811
Front Window Anti-Trap Strip, Removing812
Rear Window Anti-Trap Strip, Removing813
Front Door Window, Adjusting (4-Door Models)813
Front Door Window, Removing And Installing (4-Door Models)814
Rear Door Window, Removing And Installing (4-Door Models)816
Window Service, 2-Door Models819
Front Door Window, Adjusting (2-Door Models)819
Window Longitudinal Adjustment823
Front Door Window, Removing And Installing (2-Door Models)826
Rear Vent Window Or Vent Latch, (Coupe Models)828
Rear Side Window (Convertible Models)829
Rear Side Window, Adjusting (Convertible Models)830
Convertible Rear Side Window Adjustments831
Window Regulator Service832
Window Regulator Motor832
Window Regulators And Motors 4–Door Models, Assembly833
Window Regulator And Motor, Removing And Installing (4-Door Models)834
Door Window Regulator And Motor, Removing And Installing, (2-Door Models)836
Interior Trim838
Center Console841
Dashboard Assembly843
Glove Compartment And Right Footwell Trim Panel, Removing And Installing844
Steering Column Trim, Removing And Installing846
Left Footwell (Pedal Cluster) Trim Panel, Removing And Installing847
Dashboard/Shifter Console Assembly, Removing And Installing848
Central Locking And Anti-Theft853
Central Locking855
Central Locking System Diagram856
Central Locking Switch857
Single Lock And Double Lock Function858
Trunk Lock858
Remote Entry (Fzv)860
Car Memory/Key Memory863
Remote Key Initialization865
Convertible Central Locking866
Tailgate And Rear Window Locking866
Sport Wagon Tailgate And Rear Window Lock Controls Diagram867
Door Handles And Locks869
Rotary Latch Adjustments869
Rotary Latch Unlocking, Resetting871
Outside Handle Overtravel, Resetting872
Door Lock, Removing And Installing873
Driver's Door Lock Cylinder, Removing And Installing876
Door Handle, Removing And Installing (To Production Date 9/2000)877
Door Handle, Removing And Installing (From Production Date 9/2000)878
Door Handle Inner Mechanism, Removing And Installing (To Production Date 9/2000)879
Door Handle Inner Mechanism, Removing And Installing (From Production Date 9/2000)880
Door Striker, Replacing881
Trunk Locking Mechanism883
Tailgate Lock, Emergency Release886
Tailgate And Rear Window Locking Mechanism886
Electronic Immobilization (Ews)891
Ews Control Module, Replacing892
Ring Antenna893
Anti-Theft Alarm (Dwa)895
Anti-Theft And Alarm System (Dwa) (Sedan Models)896
Dwa Alarm Arming/Disarming896
Alarm Operation897
Door Contacts898
Trunk Lid Switch Contact898
Trunk Lock Key Position Switches898
Hood Contact Switch899
Dwa Led899
Tilt Sensor900
Interior Protection (Uis)901
Convertible Interior Protection (Sdr)902
Alarm Siren903
Panic Mode Operation904
Emergency Disarming904
Seat Design And Upholstery906
Seat Adjustments906
Seat Memory System907
Driver Seat Memory Module908
Passenger Seat Memory Module909
Rear Seat Configuration910
Front Seats911
Front Seat, Removing And Installing911
Rear Seats915
Rear Seat Cushion And Backrest, Removing And Installing (Fixed Seat Back Models)915
Rear Seat Cushion And Backrest, Removing And Installing (Fold-Down Seat Back Models)915
Sunroof Electronic Controls, Initializing917
Sunroof Panel, Emergency Closing918
Sunroof Panel, Adjusting919
Sunroof Components922
Sunroof Assembly Diagram922
Sunroof Panel, Removing And Installing923
Sunroof Panel Gasket, Replacing924
Sunroof Motor, Replacing924
Convertible Top Controls926
Convertible Battery927
Convertible Top Operation927
Convertible Top Emergency Operation928
Hydraulic Fluid Level, Checking Or Filling928
Convertible Top Switch930
Convertible Top Module (Cvm Ii)931
Fault Memory Storage932
Comfort Operation933
Windshield Frame Lock933
Convertible Top Sensor Operation933
Top Storage Compartment Cover934
Top Storage Compartment Cover Lock Motor934
Top Storage Compartment Floor935
Convertible Top Components937
Mechanical Top Components937
Hydraulic System Repairs938
Convertible Top Hydraulic Electronics Diagram942
Definition Of Hydraulic System Terms943
Convertible Top Hydraulic System Repair Procedures943
Rollover Protection System945
Electrical System947
Electrical Test Equipment947
E46 Electrical System949
E46 Busses Table949
1999 E46 Bus System, Diagram950
Voltage And Polarity951
Wiring, Fuses And Relays951
Redundant Data Storage953
Electrical Consumer Sleep Mode954
Electrical System Safety Precautions955
Wiring Diagrams959
Wiring Codes And Abbreviations959
Terminal And Circuit Numbers960
Common E46 Abbreviation961
Electrical Troubleshooting964
Voltage And Voltage Drops965
Voltage, Measuring966
Voltage Drop, Testing967
Continuity, Checking967
Short Circuits968
Short Circuit, Testing With Ohmmeter969
Short Circuit, Testing With Voltmeter970
Electrical Component Locations972
Fuses, Relays And Control Modules972
Electrical System Precautions972
Fuse Positions975
Main Harness Fuse975
Electronics Box (E-Box) Fuse Carrier976
Main Fuse Panel978
High Amperage Fuse Positions979
E46 Main Fuse Panel Diagram980
1999 Fuse Positions980
2000-2001 Fuse Positions984
Ground Locations989
Main Relay Panel992
Component Locations992
Electronics Box (E-Box)993
Component Location Table994
E46 Component Locations Table995
Engine Compartment Electrical Components1016
Car Interior Electrical Components1020
Right Front Of Engine1020
Right Front Of Engine, Low1020
Front Door Window Frame1020
Underneath Horn Pad At Steering Wheel1021
Left Side Of Steering Column, Below Dashboard1021
At Ignition Switch1021
At Pedal Cluster1022
Above Pedal Cluster1022
Left Side Ihka Housing, Below Instrument Cluster1022
Right Side Ihka Housing, Below Glove Compartment1022
Right Side Dashboard1023
In Windshield Pillar (A-Pillar)1023
In Headliner1023
In Left Rear Roof Pillar (C Pillar)1024
Behind Center Console Utility Bin1024
Under Shifter Bezel1024
At Shifter Bezel1024
Under Center Console1025
Driver Seat (Convertible Seat Front View)1025
Electrical Components In Luggage/Cargo Compartment1026
Passenger Seat (Convertible Seat Rear View)1026
Below Rear Seat Cushion, Under Access Covers (Top Of Fuel Tank)1026
Electrical Components Underneath Car1028
Convertible Top Electrical Components1030
Exterior Electrical Components1031
Wipers And Washers1032
Wiper And Washer System1033
Wiper Interval (Seconds)1035
Windshield Wiper/Washer System Diagram1036
Rain Sensor System (Optional)1037
Rear Window Wiper/Washer System (Sport Wagon)1041
Rear Wiper/Washer System Diagram1042
Wiper Blade Cleaning Problems1043
Wiper Blades, Replacing1044
Wiper Blade Inserts, Replacing1045
Wiper Arms, Removing And Installing1045
Wiper Assemblies1048
Windshield Wiper Assembly, Removing And Installing1048
Rear Window Wiper Motor, Removing And Installing (Sport Wagon)1051
Rear Window Wiper Shaft, Removing And Installing (Sport Wagon)1052
Washer Systems1054
Windshield Spray Nozzle, Removing And Installing1054
Headlight Washer Spray Nozzle, Removing And Installing1055
Front Washer Fluid Reservoir And Washer Fluid Pumps, Replacing1056
Front Washer Fluid Level Sensor, Replacing1057
Rear Window Spray Nozzle, Removing And Installing (Sport Wagon)1058
Rear Window Washer Fluid Reservoir, Replacing (Sport Wagon)1058
Switches1060
Steering Wheel Switches1062
Multi-Function (Mfl) Steering Wheel Switches, Accessing1062
Sport Steering Wheel Switches, Accessing1063
Steering Column Switches1065
Ignition Lock Cylinder Removal And Installation1065
Steering Column Stalk Switch Assembly, Removing And Installing1066
Turn Signal/Headlight Dimmer Switch/ Wiper Switch Removing And Installing1068
Pedal Cluster Switches1070
Brake Light Switch, Replacing1070
Cruise Control Clutch Switch, Replacing1070
Other Interior Switches1072
Lower Dashboard/Console Switches, Replacing1072
Outside Mirror Switch, Replacing1075
Instruments1077
Instrument Cluster1078
Instrument Cluster Layout1079
E46 Instrument Cluster Diagram1081
Instrument Cluster, Self-Testing1082
Instrument Cluster Test Functions Table1083
Instrument Cluster, Removing And Installing1085
Lights1087
Bulb Applications1087
E46 Bulb Applications1088
Light Switch Center (Lsz)1088
Bulb Monitoring1089
Home Lighting1090
Emergency (Fail Safe) Lighting1091
Light Switch Assembly, Removing And Installing1093
Light Control Module, Separating1094
Headlights1095
Headlight Aim, Adjusting1095
Halogen Headlight Assembly Diagram1096
Xenon Headlight Assembly Diagram1096
Headlight Bulb (Halogen), Replacing1098
Headlight Bulb (Xenon), Replacing1098
Headlight Assembly, Removing And Installing1099
Headlight Lens, Removing And Installing1101
Automatic Headlight Adjustment (Lwr)1102
Headlight Vertical Aim System Components Diagram1103
Front Foglights1105
Foglight Aim, Adjusting1105
Foglight Assembly, Removing And Installing1106
Foglight Bulb, Replacing1107
Turn Signals, Taillights1108
Front Turn Signal Assembly, Removing And Installing1108
Side Turn Signal Assembly1109
Taillight Assembly, Removing And Installing1109
Center Brake Light1111
License Plate Light, Removing And Installing1113
Interior Lights1114
Interior Lighting System Diagram1115
Interior Light Automatic Controls1116
Interior Light, Footwell Light, Or Cargo Compartment Light (Sport Wagon), Replacing Bulb1117
Trunk Light Bulb, Replacing1118
Heating And Air Conditioning1119
Integrated Heating And Cooling System (Ihka)1120
E46 Ihka Control Diagram1121
Control Panel And Module (Ihka)1122
Heat Regulation1123
Blower Control1124
Regulated A/C Compressor1124
Regulated Engine Cooling Fan Operation1126
A/C System Diagram1126
Maximum Defrosting1127
Air Distribution Control Via M-Bus1127
Ihka Personalization1129
Automatic Air Recirculation1130
Fresh Air Micro Filter System1130
Rear Window Defogger1131
Convertible Heated Rear Window1131
Heating And A/C System Troubleshooting1133
Cooling System Problems1134
Refrigerant Leak1134
Odors1134
Ihka Functional Problems1135
Substitute Value Operation1135
Substitute Programmed Values For Ihka Component Inputs1136
Temperature Sensor Resistance Values At 25°C (77°F)1136
Temperature Sensor Resistance Values At 25°C (77°F) Table1137
A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor Resistance Values1137
Expansion Valve Pressure Values Table1138
A/C System Warnings And Cautions1138
Vents And Ducts1141
Air Distribution Motors1141
Right Side Air Distribution Motors, Accessing1142
Left Side Air Distribution Motor, Accessing1144
Right Footwell Duct, Removing And Installing1145
Dashboard Vent, Removing And Installing1145
Heating And A/C Controls1147
Ihka Control Panel, Removing1147
On-Board Monitor, Removing1148
Heater Core Temperature Sensor, Removing And Installing1149
Evaporator Temperature Sensor1149
Blower Components1151
Blower Motor, Removing And Installing1151
Blower Motor Resistor Pack, Replacing1153
Heater Components1155
Heater Valve, Replacing1155
Heater Core, Replacing1156
Ihka Housing, Removing And Installing1158
Air Conditioning Components1164
A/C System Components Diagram1164
A/C Compressor, Replacing1165
A/C System Fluid Specifications1167
A/C Condenser, Replacing1167
A/C Receiver/Drier, Replacing1169
A/C Expansion Valve, Removing And Installing1170
A/C Evaporator, Removing And Installing1172
Radio1175
Sound System1175
Radio Data System (Rds)1176
Radio Troubleshooting1177
Radio And Audio Accessories1178
Radio, Removing And Installing1178
Amplifier1179
Cd Changer1179
Speakers1180
Door Mounted Speaker, Removing1181
Rear Side Panel Speaker, Removing1181
Rear Speaker, Removing And Installing1182
Subwoofer, Removing1182
Antenna And Diversity1184
Sport Wagon Antenna System1184
Convertible Antenna System1185
Antenna, Removing (Convertible Models)1186
Antenna Amplifier, Accessing1187
Seat Belts Service1189
Child Safety Anchors1189
Seat Belts Troubleshooting1190
Troubleshooting The Automatic Seat Belt System1191
Front Seat Belt Assembly1194
Front Seat Belt Tensioner, Removing And Installing1194
Front Seat Belt Reel, Removing And Installing (Sedan, Coupe Or Sport Wagon Models)1198
Seat-Integrated Seat Belt System (Sgs) (Convertible Models)1201
Rear Seat Belt Assembly1204
Rear Seat Belts (Sedan Or Coupe Models)1204
Rear Seat Belts (Sport Wagon Models)1205
Rear Seat Belts (Convertible Models)1207
Airbag System (Srs)1209
Airbag System1210
2-Stage Airbag1211
Head Protection Airbags (Hps)1211
Rear Side-Impact Airbags1212
Mrs Deployment Logic1212
Mrs Diagram1213
Airbag Indicator Light1214
Warnings1214
Airbag Electronics1217
Airbag Harnesses And Connectors1217
Mrs Control Module, Replacing1217
Side-Impact Crash Sensor, Removing And Installing1218
Driver Airbag, Removing And Installing1220
Passenger Airbag, Removing And Installing1222
Door Mounted Side-Impact Airbag, Removing And Installing1224
Head Protection Airbag (Hps) Components1225
On-Board Diagnostics1228
Malfunction Indicator Light (Mil) Description1229
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Dtcs) Table1239