BMW 3 Series (E36)
Service Manual: 1992-1998

Bentley service manuals provide the highest level of clarity and completeness for all service and repair procedures. Enthusiasts, do-it-yourselfers, and professional technicians will appreciate the quality of photos and illustrations, theory of operation, and accurate step-by-step instructions. If you're looking for better understanding of your E36 BMW, look no further than Bentley.

Checking brake pad thickness

Models and engines covered: 318i/is/iC (M42 - 1.8L engine) (M44 - 1.9L engine, OBD II) 323is/iC (M52 - 2.5L engine, OBD II) 325i/is/iC (M50 - 2.5L engine) 328i/is/iC (M52 - 2.8L engine, OBDII) M3 (S50US - 3.0L engine) (S52US - 3.2L engine, OBD II).

VANOS timing chain adjustment

Transmissions covered: Manual (remove, install, external service) Getrag S5D 250 G Getrag S5D 200 G ZF S5D 310 Z ZF S5D 320 Z Automatic (remove, install, external service) A4S 270 R A4S 310 R A5S 310 Z

Convertible top assembly

Technical highlights:

• Maintenance procedures from brake fluid changes to resetting the Service Indicator. This manual tells you what to do and how and when to do it.
• Engine and cylinder head service, repair, and reconditioning, including camshaft timing chain setup and adjustment.
• Information for specific BMW 3 Series driveability problems, including explanation of engine management systems and OBD (On-Board Diagnostics).
• Theory of operation and repair information for DISA (Dual Resonance Intake System) on 4-cylinder engines and VANOS (Variable Valve Timing) on 6-cylinder engines.
• Drivetrain maintenance, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair, including hydraulic clutch, gearshift linkage, and driveshaft.
• Heating and air conditioning repair, including A/C component replacement.
• Body adjustments and repairs, including convertible top replacement and adjustment.
• Wiring schematics for all circuits, including power distribution, grounds, and component location illustrations and photos.