by Bentley
Publishers
Softcover, 8 3/8 in. x 11 in.
1434 pages
1703 photos, illustrations and diagrams
Bentley Stock Number: B305
ISBN: 0-8376-1277-2
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This
manual
provides 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 E46 BMW, Bentley is the
recommended choice of all BMW enthusiasts.
BMW Repair Manual: 3 Series (E46): 1999–2005
This Bentley Manual is a comprehensive
source of service information and specifications for BMW 3 Series from
1999 to 2005. The aim throughout this manual has been simplicity,
clarity and completeness, with practical explanations, step-by-step
procedures and accurate specifications. Whether you're a professional
or a do-it-yourself BMW owner, this manual will help you understand,
care for and repair your E46 3 Series.
Maintenance and service,
including checking and adjusting valve clearance on the S54 M3
engine 116 Cylinder Head and Valvetrain (click
to enlarge)
Though the do-it-yourself BMW owner will
find this manual indispensable as a source of detailed maintenance and
repair information, the BMW owner who has no intention of working on
his or her car will find that reading and owning this manual will make
it possible to discuss repairs more intelligently with a professional
technician.
Descriptions of electronic
troubleshooting principles and procedures. On-Board Diagnostics (click
to enlarge)
BMW E46 models and engines covered in
this BMW repair manual:
Bentley technical editors
comparing features on E46 models (click
to enlarge)
Technical
highlights:
Procedures for everything from oil change service to interpreting the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). This manual tells you what to do and
when to do it.
Engine and cylinder head service, including valve clearance adjustment
on the S54 engine.
Information for specific driveability problems, including explanation of
engine management systems and BMW OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
Theory of operation and repair information for Siemens MS 42.0, MS 43.0,
MS 45.1 and MS S54 engine management, resonance/turbulence intake manifold
and Double VANOS (Variable Camshaft Timing).
Drivetrain maintenance, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of
self-adjusting clutch (SAC), gearshift linkage, driveshaft, drive axles
and, wheel drive system.
Manual, sequential manual (SMG), and automatic transmission removal,
installation, seal replacement and external service.
System description and repair information for Antilock Brakes (ABS),
Automatic Stability Control (ASC) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC).
Heating and air conditioning repair (IHKA and IHKR), including component
replacement.
Body adjustments and repairs, including sunroof, convertible top and
tailgate.
Wiring schematics, including power distribution and ground locations.
Dedicated electrical component guide specifying relay, control module
and ground locations with detailed illustrations and photos.
