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E32 inspection II details Printed From: Bavarian-Board.co.uk - BMW Owners Discussion Forum Category: Technical & Model Specific Forums Forum Name: BMW 7 Series Forum Discription: This forum will deal with any issues on the BMW 7 Series (E23, E32, E38, E65, E66, E67 & E68) URL: http://www.bavarian-board.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=24941 Printed Date: 15-June-2024 at 21:54 Topic: E32 inspection II details Posted By: shogun Subject: E32 inspection II details Date Posted: 08-December-2005 at 03:33 VEHICLE RAISED ON HOIST:- Engine at operating Temperature Remove Engine shield Drain engine oil and replace oil filter and sump plug washer Check transmission for leaks including coolant line of final drive Drain Automatic Transmission oil (except 5hp30) Refill automatic transmition (transmissions without dipstick only) Change manual transmission oil all models (except E36[M40,M42,M50]E34[M40,M50,M60]and E31[M70] engines which are to be changed every second inspII service) Replace rear axle oil (E38 Every 2nd inspection II) Replace oil in transfer box and front axle final drive (4WD) Check clutch driven plate for wear, every 2nd Inspection II Renew main fuel filter: Petrol engines every 2nd Inspection II Check P.A.S system for leaks Chack radiator bottom hose for leaks Check driveshaft gaiters for leaks Check Steering for freedom from play Check condition of track rod and front axle ball joints Check steering box for leaks, check UJs couplings and flexible gaiters Check all connections and lines on braking system for leaks, damage and correct position including handbrake cables and bleed nipple covers Check Fuel pipes, tank and connections for leaks, damage and position Check condition, position and mounting of exhaust system Inspect underside of body for corrosion/underseal damage etc (every 2 years except E30) Refit engine shield LOWER VEHICLE TO HALF-WAY POSITION Remove road wheels Remove brake pads/linings, clean and check for wear Check wheel cylinders and dust seals for leaks Check brake disc/drum surface Check handbrake lever travel, movement of handbrake cables and adjustment Check on rear disc brake models, handbrake lining wear Grease wheel centring spigots for alloy wheels Check shock absorbers for leaks Check torque of wheel air deflector E34/M5 1st inspection II only Refit road wheels Check condition of tyres if uneven wear recommend wheel alignment check VEHICLE ON GROUND Inspect bodywork for corrosion, stone chips, damage or contamination (every 2 years except E30) Check fluid level concentration of screen wash reservoir Refill engine oil Refill automatic transmission oil Remove spark plugs Check and adjust valve clearences. Replace rocker cover gasket Renew spark plugs Lubricate door mechanism hinges Replace Micro-filter and active carbon filter (if applicable) in heating/air con system Replace air recirculation filter: Every 2nd inspection II (if applicable) E31 only: Clean intake-air seperator in front of intake air silencer Renew air intake filter Check P.A.S hose clips for tightness & P.A.S fluid level Check brake system connections including ABS for tightness and positioning Lubricate throttle linkages and gate mechanisms on Carburettor models Check clutch hose connections for tightness and positioning Check clutch fluid level Check brake fluid level (renew fluid every 2 years, 750i annually) Check battery acid level Carry out battery condition check, use battery test report Check condition/tightness coolant hoses Check tension/condition of all V belts (except M70 engine) Replace all V belts E34/M5 only (S38 engine) Check coolant level and consentration (renew every 3 years)(M3/M5 every 2 years) Self levelling suspension: check fluid level Check spare wheel condition Check wheel stud torque and tyre pressures Check intensive cleaner level Check correct operation of lambda probe Replace fire extinguisher cartridge annually E36 M3 only: Renew throttle valve potentiometer ADDITIONAL ITEM EVERY 36000 MILES OR 3 YEARS Replace toothed cambelt M20 & M40 engines ENGINE TEST Cars with distributor; check the dwell angle and adjust ignition timing if necessary Call up information on defects stored in diagnosis system Check EML safety path circuit Check idle speed except on vehicles with idle speed control Check CO reading (except catalyst version) CHECK OPERATION OF LIGHTS WITH ASSISTANT FRONT Side lights Dipped beam Main beam Headlight flasher Foglights/Driving lights Indicators and side repeaters Hazard warning flashers Parking lights Check beam settings REAR Side lights Number plate light Brake lights Reversing lights Fog lights Indicators Hazard warning flashers Boot interior lamp INTERIOR Interior and reading lights Ashtray lights Glovebox light Panel lights including dimmer Clock light Switches and heater control lighting Check all warning lights including Active check control Check operation of heater/vent controls and blower Check operation of door mirrors Check horn all segments Check operation of sunroof Check operation of convertable roof. (Mmmmm) Check condition, operation of seat belts Check wipers, blades, jet aim on windscreen and headlight washer systems Check engine compartment light Check door, bonnet & boot locks and striker plates adjustment and lubrication ROAD TEST Check engine operation Check clutch operation Check transmission operation including EH gearbox Check steering operation Check steering wheel alignment Check foot brake operation Check handbrake balance-on cars fitted with rear discs: bed in handbrake Check wheel balance Check propshaft balance Check speedometer operation Check distance and trip recorder operation Check engine revolution counter operation Check temperature gauge operation Check fuel gauge operation Check fuel consumption gauge operation Check heater/air conditioning operation Check on-board computer operation including head-up display Check for wind noise, rattles etc FINAL ITEMS Check ATF level Activate Service interval indicator Ensure handbook service record is completed Comments. _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ ------------- E32 750iL,E36 M3 http://twrite.org/shogunnew/topmenu.html" rel="nofollow - 7 Series Tech Tips

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