BMW 7 Series (E32) Service Manual: 1988-1994

BMW Repair Manual: 7 Series (E32): 1988-1994

This Bentley Manual is the only comprehensive, single source of service information, technical specifications, and wiring schematics available specifically for the BMW 7 Series from 1988 to 1994. 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 repair professional or a do-it-yourself BMW owner, this manual will help you understand, care for and repair your E32 7 Series.

Checking brake pad thickness (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.

Electrical wiring diagram (click to enlarge)

BMW 7 Series models and engines covered by this BMW repair manual: 735i (M30 - 3.5 liter engine) 735iL (M30 - 3.5 liter engine) 740i (M60 - 4.0 liter engine, OBD II) 740iL (M60 - 4.0 liter engine, OBD II) 750iL (M70 - 5.0 liter engine)

Timing chain setup and adjustment (click to enlarge)

Transmissions covered: Automatic (remove, install, external service) ZF 4 HP 22 EH ZF 4 HP 24 EH ZF A5S 560Z Manual (remove, install, external service) Getrag 260/6

Electronic control modules (click to enlarge)

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 service, repair, and reconditioning, including valve clearance adjustment for 6-cylinder (M30) engine and camshaft timing chain setup and adjustment for V8 (M60) and V12 (M70) engines.
• Information for specific driveability problems for DME 1.2 (early and late), DME 1.3, DME 1.7, and DME 3.3 engine management systems, On-Board Diagnostics (OBD), and Electronic Throttle Control (EML).
• Suspension and brake system maintenance, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair, including ABS, traction control (ASC/ASC+T), self levelling suspension (LAD), and electronic damping control (EDC III).
• Automatic heating and air conditioning (IHKA) repair, including A/C component replacement.
• Body adjustments and repairs.
• Wiring schematics for circuits including power distribution, grounds circuits, and an expanded electrical component location section.
• Comprehensive BMW factory tolerances, wear limits, adjustments and tightening torques that you've come to expect from Bentley manuals.