Vehicle Maintenance BMW 7 Series E38

Vehicle Maintenance Specifications
Spark plug type: NGK BKR 6 EQUP or Bosch FGR 7 DQP. Types and volumes of lubricants and fluids used Fuel tank capacity//reserve fuel supply, l 85//10 (95//12)*...

General information about maintenance
The goal is to help the car owner maintain his vehicle in a state of maximum readiness for operation, receiving effective output from it while complying with...

General information about settings and adjustments
By "settings" we mean not a separate procedure for adjusting any of the parameters of the vehicle's systems, but a whole complex of adjustments that allow us...

Schedule of current maintenance
The maintenance intervals for the vehicles in question depend on their operating conditions (mileage, duration of trips, driving style, etc.) and are indicated...

Checking fluid levels, leak control
Regardless of the scheduled inspection intervals, do not allow fluids to leak under the vehicle, as such leaks indicate a problem that should be addressed...

Checking the condition and replacing hoses and tubes in the engine compartment, localizing leaks
Air conditioning (A/C) hoses should be replaced at a service station or workshop equipped to safely relieve the pressure in the A/C system. Never disconnect...

Changing engine oil and oil filter
Prolonged skin contact with used engine oil is quite dangerous. Use barrier cream or wear rubber gloves when performing the procedures described below....

Cleaning and replacing the fuel filter
Petrol models The fuel filter is located under the left side member and is accessible from underneath the vehicle. 1. Jack up the car and place it on supports....

Checking the brake system and clutch
Dust from lining wear that accumulates on brake components may contain asbestos, which is hazardous to health. Do not blow out this dust with compressed air or...

Checking the condition of the exhaust system
Additional information on the exhaust system is provided in Chapter Fuel and exhaust systems . 1. The check should be done with a cold engine, so it is best to...

Checking the condition of suspension and steering components
Steering and suspension components should be checked regularly - their wear can cause excessive and dangerous tire wear, poor ride and handling...

Checking the condition of the protective covers of the CV joints of the drive shafts
1. Protective covers of drive shafts are very important elements, as they protect constant velocity joints (CV joints) from dirt, water and other foreign...

AT transmission oil change
Below is a description of ATF replacement. Manual transmission oil replacement is similar. 1. Warm up the ATF fluid and turn off the engine. 2. Unscrew the...

Replacing brake fluid and bleeding the brake system
General information Brake fluid is hazardous to health. Do not suck it out with your mouth through a hose. Store brake fluid only in a container that is...

Replacing spark plugs
Spark plugs should only be replaced when the engine is cold or slightly warm. Removing the spark plugs when the engine is hot can damage the threads in the...

Replacing the cabin filter (ventilation system)
1. Loosen the screws and remove the filter cover. 2. Release the filter from the clips and remove it. 3. Clean the filter cover and the inlet hole in it. 4....

Replacing the air cleaner filter element
Engine M51 1. Pull up the air filter cover. 2. Remove the old filter element and install a new one, after cleaning the channels on the air intake and outlet...

Replacing the coolant
The coolant should be replaced on a cold engine. For more information on the cooling system, see Chapter Engine cooling, heating, ventilation and air...

Checking the condition of the tires and their inflation pressure
The tyres and rims suitable for use on the vehicle, as well as the tyre inflation pressure, are indicated on a plate attached to the B-pillar on the driver's...

Checking and caring for your battery
Please also refer to the materials of the Chapter Engine electrical systems . The battery is located on the left in the front part of the engine compartment...

Checking the condition of the auxiliary drive belt
1. Tensioning the drive belt (wedge or multi-ribbed) it is automatically adjusted, but should be checked periodically along with the condition of the belt. 2....

Checking the condition of the windshield wipers and adjusting the washer nozzles
1. Over time, road film accumulates on windshield wipers, reducing their effectiveness, so wipers should be washed regularly in a mild cleaning solution. 2....

Final drive oil change
1. Warm up the differential to operating temperature. 2. Place a container under the differential drain hole to collect the leaking oil and unscrew the drain...

Checking the thickness of the driven clutch disc
On models with M62 engine from 09.1996 onwards, checking the thickness of the clutch driven disc is not required. 1. Remove the clutch slave cylinder without...

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