Engine Compartment Maintenance; Accelerator Linkage; Air Filter, Replacing - BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual

Maintenance
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Engine Compartment
Maintenance
The information under this heading
describes routine maintenance other
than oil change done in the engine
compartment. It is not necessary for
the car to be raised and supported off
the ground. Information on oil change
is given earlier in this group.

Accelerator linkage

The accelerator and throttle linkage
should be lubricated periodically. Use a
general purpose oil on the joints and
bearings of the linkage. Use a
multipurpose grease on the bearing
points of the throttle plate.

Air filter, replacing

The specified replacement intervals for
the air filter are based on normal use. If
the car is operated primarily in dusty
conditions, the air filter should be
serviced more frequently.
Release mass air flow sensor clips (A)
and pull sensor assembly out of air
filter upper housing (arrow).
- Release upper air filter housing
clips (B).
Lift air filter upper housing, and then
remove filter element insert from
cartridge.
- On installation, install O-ring for
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