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Rear View Mirror
1. Use a slotted screwdriver to unsnap the plastic tabs on the plastic cover of the mirror.
2. Rotate the mirror to the left to remove it from the mounting bracket.
3. Plug the electrical wiring connector from the mounting bracket into the rear of the mirror. The electrical wiring connector is already attached to the mirror.
4. Place the mirror back onto the mounting bracket and rotate it to the right to secure it.
5. Snap the plastic cover back onto the mirror.
Side View Mirror
6. Open the door and use a slotted screwdriver to pry off the mirror cover from the inside of the vehicle.
7. Remove the three 10mm bolts with a socket wrench.
8. Pull the mirror off of the M3. Plug the electrical wiring connector into the side view mirror and place it back onto the vehicle.
9. Reattach the three 10mm bolts.
10. Push the mirror cover back onto the mirror and close the door.

1. Find out if there are any recalls on BMW motorcycles. Visit websites such as Web Bikeworld and Motorcyclist Online to stay up-to-date on current recalls (see Resources below). Locate your specific model of BMW bike and click on it. Find the year the bike was made and click on it. If there are any recalls, the website lists which specific part needs work.
2. Contact your local BMW motorcycle dealer. Find the dealer nearest to you at BMW Motorcycles (see Resources below).
3. Call the dealer and confirm the recall information. Once you confirm the information, make an appointment to have your BMW motorcycle serviced.
4. Drop your motorcycle off at the dealer at the scheduled appointment time. The dealer will fix or replace the recalled part and often at no charge to you.

1. Locate and open the fuse panel cover. This can be found in the drivers side dashboard. Pull down on it from the top with your fingers.
2. Find the large port within the fuse panel. It will be the same size and shape as the connective end of the BMW OBD reset tool. This small computerized hand-held device can be purchased from your BMW dealer.
3. Plug the tool into the port.
4. Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the On position. Dont start the engine.
5. Wait for the tool to automatically clear all the trouble codes. Unplug the tool and close the fuse panel cover. Start the engine and verify that all service and warning lights of the instrument panel have shut off. The computer has been reset.

1. Position the left engine guard in place to determine what existing bolts need to be removed. Once they are determined, remove them.
2. Place engine guard back in location and replace the bolts.
3. Mount any additional hardware that may came with your specific models crashbars. Once the guard is mounted, tighten all bolts securely. Repeat process on the right side. Once complete, you will have successfully mounted engine crashbars on your BMW and will no longer damage the engine during a minor fall.

The presence of the BMW M3 Pickup be a surprise BMW M for his fans. Global Introduction of the BMW M3 on Nordschleife Pickup performed (Nürburgring), 1 April 2011.

The BMW M3 Pickup has undergone extensive testing on the Nurburgring, and even though we do not have an official lap time yet, the automaker informs that this baby can reach speeds of up to 300 Km/h.

The M3 pickup comes with a 309 kW/420 PS (414 bhp) power plant and a rear payload capacity of 450 kg - which sounds realistic enough. Its cd quotient (aerodynamic flow) in the wind tunnel is the same as on the M3 Coupe and its top speed is 300 km/h (186 mph).




Press Release

Unique: BMW M GmbH Develops The Worlds Fastest Pickup.

Drive and suspension technology from the BMW M3 - comprehensive testing completed on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife - 420 hp and 450 kg load capacity - world premiere on 1 April 2011.

Following the BMW M3 Coupe, BMW M3 Convertible and BMW M3 Sedan, a fourth body variant of this globally successful high-performance sports car is about to cause a stir. Under the strictest secrecy, the worlds first high-performance pickup has been created at the BMW M GmbH development centre. The sportiest example by far in this vehicle category, the BMW M3 Pickup will fire the imaginations of all motorists with a deep appreciation of top performance matched by a keen practical bent. 309 kW/420 hp under the bonnet and a rear-axle load capacity of up to 450 kilos take the hallmark BMW M relationship between race-oriented driving pleasure and everyday utility to an entirely new level. This unique vehicle has already completed extensive test and set-up drives on the Nürburgrings Nordschleife in advance of its global unveiling on 1 April 2011.

With this vehicle, BMW M GmbH once again furnishes evidence of its exceptional competence in developing and building high-grade, individual dream cars. With a high-revving V8 engine at the front, a generously sized load area behind and a removable Targa roof above, driver and passengers in the BMW M3 Pickup will relish an unprecedented take on the familiar M feeling. Yet this spectacular new development is unmistakably recognisable as a member of the BMW M3 model family. Corroborating this kinship are not just the inimitable power of the engine, but also fine-tuned aerodynamics and a tailored suspension set-up. Measurements in the wind tunnel at the BMW Groups Aerodynamic Test Centre showed a Cd factor on a par with that of the BMW M3 Coupe. Like every BMW M model, the BMW M3 Pickup has also demonstrated its dynamic potential on the North Loop of the Nürburgring. Official lap times have not yet been released, but the needle in the dial vouched for a top speed of 300 km/h.

The kerb weight of the worlds fastest pickup undercuts that of the BMW M3 Convertible by around 50 kilograms. Removing the Targa roof shaves off a further 20 kg while at the same time lowering the cars centre of gravity.

This most unusual experience of top-down driving pleasure in a BMW M3 thus goes hand in hand with further optimised dynamic handling.

The practical features of the BMW M3 Pickup are no less impressive. Maximum load capacity has been raised to 450 kilograms. The load bed of the BMW M3 Pickup is clad in high-grade structured aluminium sheeting and provides the biggest cargo capacity ever offered on a BMW M vehicle. In terms of the unit of measurement generally applied to premium automobiles, that gives the loading area of the BMW M3 Pickup the capacity to carry up to 20 standard 46-inch golf bags. Whats more, the BMW M3 Pickup is the first BMW M3 variant in the 25-year-plus history of this model range to come with a trailer tow hitch.

Notwithstanding these unquestionable stand-out qualities, the BMW M3 Pickup will not be heading for the golf course or series development, but will retain its status as an exclusive one-off. It is earmarked for use as a workshop transport vehicle for BMW M GmbH. With this in mind, the current BMW M3 Pickup - unlike a similar predecessor built back in the 1980s - has gone through the requisite procedures to earn its road certification. Which makes it officially a truck - but one that puts a whole new spin on the meaning of the word.

1. Locate the diagnostic link connector (DLC) for the BMW E39. It is located under the drivers side dashboard near the steering wheel post.
2. Plug the OBD II code reader into the DLC.
3. Turn the ignition key to the key on/engine off position. This is two clicks forward in the ignition that empowers the electrical components but does not activate the engine.
4. Read the menu board of the code reader. Use the scroll buttons on the face of the code reader to maneuver through the menu options. Choose the Read Codes selection and press the Enter button. This option will take a minute to send the command the computer of the engine. Once it has communicated and discovered the status of the diagnostic trouble code (DTC), it will display the universal code with a brief description on the screen of the code reader.
5. Compare the information of the code to determine the oxygen sensor or sensors that have failed to the code guide (supplied with the code reader). The brief description on the menu of the code reader (depending on the individual code reader) may even indicate which sensor has failed or detected a problem.

1. Decide on the style of BMW you would like. They offer sedans, SUVs, sports wagons and coupes. If you arent familiar with all the options BMW has to offer, visit their website to check out all the models available and the features they include.
2. Make a list of the features and options that are the most important to you. If you have a lot of custom features you would like to have, consider custom-ordering your BMW and having it delivered to a dealer near you. This option is available both on the website and at a BMW dealer.
3. Choose the top three models you are interested in and do more research. The BMW 650 series is rated negatively as having a rough ride, jerky transmission and throttle problems. The BMW X5 is rated as one of the most luxurious SUVs and has a V8 under the hood that is popular with many car owners. These are important things to know about each of the models.
4. Consider the warranties offered by BMW. The manufacturer offers a 12-year warranty for the bodywork, three years for the paint and an entire automobile warranty that covers original BMW parts and accessories for 2 years regardless of mileage, but not including replacement of worn parts.

1. Determine where the majority of your driving will be done. If you drive in winter and cold weather climates, consider the sport option on the X5 which includes heated seats, headlight wipers and frost and fog-free headlamps.
2. Customize the X5 by getting the third bench seat option. This gives the X5 additional seating in the back storage hatch area; this is a solid custom option for larger families.
3. Add additional fog lamps or headlights to the front grill should you live where heavy fogs or snow is present. These lights also shed extra light should you live in an area with deer, moose or other wildlife that may be in the road during night-time hours.
4. Consult the Thule or Yakima rack options for the X5. Get a rack designed to transport anything from bicycles to kayaks, surfboards or skis to round out the X5 custom options.

1. Warm the engine up to operating temperature so that oil will drain out completely. Park the BMW on a flat, level surface. Lift the front passenger side of the car with a floor jack, using the factory jacking point. Lower the car onto a jack stand placed under the front cross member. You can leave the jack in place for added security if you prefer. Alternatively you can drive the front of the car up onto a pair of ramps.
2. Locate the oil drain plug, which is on the oil sump and points down at an angle. Place an oil catch container under the oil drain plug. Use a 17 mm socket to loosen and remove the drain plug. Let the oil fully drain into the container. Loosen the oil cap in the engine bay to speed the process.
3. Locate the large, cylindrical container with a 36 mm nut on top. This is the oil filter housing. Unscrew the 36 mm nut with a socket and ratchet. Remove the cap and the filter as a unit. Remove the filter and then the O-ring located in the cap by gently prying it out with a screwdriver.
4. Install a new O-ring in the cap. Lightly coat the O-ring with engine oil. Install the new filter onto the cap. Make sure all the oil has drained out of the engine and then reinstall and tighten the filter and cap.
5. Wipe off the drain bolt. Remove the old crush washer from the drain bolt. Install a new crush washer on the bolt. Install the drain bolt and tighten it to 21 foot-pounds. Remove the oil cap on the valve cover and pour 7 qts. of oil into the engine. Tighten the oil cap. Start the engine and let it get up to operating temperature or drive it. Ensure there are no leaks.

1. Drive the BMW 740 into your garage or driveway because if you perform this removal procedure on the side of the road it will look like you are stealing the stereo. Place the 740 in Park and pull the emergency brake to make sure it does not shift while you are working on it. Make sure the car is off before you continue.
2. Pull the two plastic cup holders out from the center arm rest by hand. Unscrew the Philips head screws at the bottom of the cup holder holes. Go to the back seat of the 740 and pull the ash tray out from the rear of the front center arm rest. Unscrew the two Philips head screws that are underneath. Pull the center arm rest up and then back and place it to the side so that it does not get bent. Pull the emergency brake jacket off and the center plastic bezel from around the shifter.
3. Pry the bottom of the center console bezel up with a flat screwdriver. Be very gentle, as you can easily crack the plastic. Work the screwdriver in the seam between the center console bezel and the rest of the dash. Pull the center console bezel straight back and then up once all the pegs are disengaged. Place the center console somewhere safe, as it too is prone to cracking.

1. Remove the lower splash guard by turning its bolts in a counterclockwise direction. There are four bolts holding it in, and removing it will give bottom access to the power steering pump.
2. Drain the fluid from the pump by uncapping it and siphoning the old fluid out with a turkey baster or similar device. Fluid can be collected in a drain pan.
3. Remove the drive belt by turning the tension pulley in a clockwise direction, as it is threaded opposite of most manufacturers pulleys. Once this pulley has released its tension, the belt can be slid off of the power steering pump, which is on the bottom right of the motor.
4. Unbolt the power steering pumps bolts in a counterclockwise direction.
5. Uncouple the pumps lines by turning the nuts in a counterclockwise direction with a line wrench. Some models will have disconnects on the pump, and the hardware should be saved for reuse unless the new pump has replacements.
6. Remove the pump from the vehicle by pulling it towards the front and away from the car.
7. Replace the pump with the new one, reconnecting its lines and tightening the mounting bolts.
8. Replace the drive belt and tighten the tension pulley by turning its bolt in a counterclockwise direction. The belt should have about an inch of play.
9. Fill the power steering pump with fresh fluid by cranking the car and moving the steering wheel back and forth while pouring fluid into the pump. Do not overfill the pump, as the pressures inside of it are very high.

1. Buy a timing chain that is made specifically for the BMW 525i 2.5L engine. Most auto parts store or online vendors carry the timing chain needed. Lift the hood of your vehicle and disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the vibration damper and hub assembly to reach the upper and lower timing case covers. Remove case covers. Refer to the vehicle service or owners manual to identify vehicle parts.
2. Use a ratchet and pinch the upper timing chain tensioner to hold it in place. Use a wrench to remove the upper timing chain sprockets. Remove the camshafts that run along the side of the timing chain. Loosen bolts holding the upper timing chain guide in place. Remove the timing chain and upper timing chain guide. Remove the ratchet holding the upper timing chain tensioner. Remove the crankshaft sprocket and tensioning rail if necessary. Remove the Woodruff key.
3. Install the new timing chain. Replace the Woodruff key and reattach the crankshaft sprocket and tensioning rail. Reattach camshaft sprockets and tighten bolts using a wrench to 16 foot pounds (22Nm). Reattach and tighten lower timing cover bolts to 6.5 to 8.0 foot pounds (9 to 11Nm). Reattach the vibration damper hub bolt and tighten to 17 foot pounds (23 Nm).
4. Replace the upper and lower timing case covers. Start the engine to make sure the timing chain is installed properly.

1. Turn your ignition key in your BMW X5 so you can power electrical devices, but dont try to start your engine. Turn on your headlights and other electrical equipment. Check how bright the headlights are and how fast the heater-fan is turning. If the lights are dim and the heater-fan turns slowly you probably have a discharged battery.
2. Turn the ignition key further and attempt to start your car. If the engine doesnt turn over or turns over very slowly then your battery has little or no power.
3. Check the battery cables are securely connected on the battery terminals. Poor connections mean the power necessary to turn your starter motor cant pass through the connection and gives the same result as if the battery is flat. Undo the battery cables using a wrench then re-tighten them. Try to start your BMW X5. If it wont start, its not the terminal connections.
4. Get someone to give you a jump-start. Position the other car so the two batteries are close enough to attach battery cables. Use battery cables and attach the positive cable to the other cars positive battery terminal and then connect the opposite end to the positive terminal on your battery. Repeat the process by connecting the negative cable to the negative terminals of the other car, and then to your BMW X5.
5. Turn on the engine of the other car. Increase the revolutions slightly. Attempt to turn on the engine of your BMW X5. If it starts, your battery is dead. If it doesnt start you need to get it checked out by a professional. If it started, run the engine to charge the battery. Go for a short drive then leave your car off for several hours.
6. Check to see if your car starts. If it does your battery is fine. If it doesnt start, your battery isnt holding a charge so you should take it back and replace it.

Resetting the System
1. Sit in the front seat of your 2001 BMW 325Ci. Keep the drivers door open.
2. Insert your keys into the ignition.Turn your keys two clicks clockwise to the number 2 position to turn your BMW 325Cis system on without starting the engine.
3. Keep your keys in position 2. Wait 30 seconds to allow your dash lighting system and vehicle computer to adjust. Press your foot on the brake pedal.
4. Turn your BMW 325Ci off so that the system can register repairs that have occurred since your brake warning light first appeared.
5. Turn your keys all the way clockwise in the ignition to restart your 2001 BMW 325Ci. View your dashboard lighting system. Check to make sure the brake warning light is off to ensure that your system is reset.

1. Locate and check the Service Advisor for maintenance issues. The Service Advisor is located between the speedometer and tachometer. This gauge keeps track of your mileage and any maintenance issues that need to be addressed in your car. Here you can access the status of your cars brake pads, fluid levels and other general maintenance issues. A service that needs to be updated or is dangerously close to the deadline will be highlighted with a triangle symbol.
2. Review your cars Check Control center for indicator lights or malfunctions. Located above the Service Advisor display, the Check Control center monitors certain functions of the vehicle and triggers an indicator light when there is a malfunction. To address these issues, press the check button on the turn signal lever, and text instructions will accompany and explain any malfunctions that occur.
3. Check your cars Condition Based Service maintenance system for any further issues that need to be addressed. This maintenance system keeps track of the dates needed for oil changes, brake maintenance, spark plugs and locally mandated inspections.
4. Locate your cars Service and Warranty Information booklet for further troubleshooting. If your issues are not addressed in this booklet, consider taking your vehicle to a professional. BMW recommends that your car be serviced and repaired at your local BMW center.

1. Use cruise control to set your cars speed, with a maximum of approximately 65 miles per hour. Gas mileage typically decreases the faster you drive.
2. Reduce any excess weight that you might have in your car. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the miles per gallon fuel consumption of your car decreases by 2 percent for every extra 100 pounds in the vehicle.
3. Keep your engine properly tuned. Change your spark plugs and fuel filter every 30,000 miles, in addition to changing your X5s oil at 3,000- to 5,000-mile intervals. A dirty fuel filter and bad spark plugs can cause the engine to misfire and burn more fuel than necessary. Additionally, regularly clean your air filter to ensure that the engines recommended air-to-fuel ratio is retained.
4. Make sure your tires are properly inflated, according to the inflation specifications printed on the rear door sills of your X5. The inflation specs can vary depending on the laden weight of your vehicle.

BMW X5, X6
1. Locate the glove compartment button. This button is not labeled, but you can find it on the dashboard center stack, parallel to the bottom of the glove compartment, just above the stereo.
2. Press the button to open the glove compartment. The two covers will fold out of the way to reveal the compartment, the inside of which will now be illuminated.
3. Close the compartment by pressing one of the covers closed.
Other BMW Models
4. Locate the handle and lock cylinder at the center of the glove compartment.
5. Release the integrated key from your remote by pressing the top button and pulling the key out with your fingers. On some models, such as the X3, the remote functions are part of the key itself. In this case, just make sure you have the "master key" with the remote functions, rather than the plain spare key.
6. Insert the key into the lock and turn it to unlock the glove compartment. Close and lock the glove box as you normally would.

1. Turn the engine of the M3 off and open the trunk. Put on a pair of clean gloves.
2. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the clip at the center of the trunk lid.
3. Fold the trim panel downward and pull the bulb socket down to disengage it form the electrical connector.
4. Rotate the bulb to the left and remove it from the bulb socket. Install a replacement bulb into the socket and rotate it to the right to secure it. Reattach the socket to the trunk lid. Once you hear a click, the bulb is secured.
5. Reattach the trim and the clip. Close the trunk lid.

1. Place the BMW’s transmission into Park (automatic) or neutral (manual transmission) and apply the parking brake. Leave the engine running.
2. Connect a scan tool to the BMW’s diagnostic data port, which is under the dashboard just above the pedals on the driver’s side.
3. Power on the scan tool and choose “Bi-Directional Tests” from the main menu. Select “IAC Valve Actuation” from the tests menu.
4. Use the scan tool’s buttons to open and close the IAC valve. The idle speed should rise and lower without pressing the accelerator. If the IAC valve does not respond to the scan tool by raising and lowering the engine idle speed, then it is faulty.

1. Remove the fuse panel cover in your BMW 325. Underneath the cover you will see a large, round, open port that will accept a pinned connector. This is the diagnostic input.
2. Plug the diagnostic reset tool into the port on the fuse panel.
3. Turn the ignition key to the II position, and wait for the flashing light on the reset tool to stop blinking. When it does, the brake warning light will go out.