Target Audience:
BMW 540i (E39) owners, DIY enthusiasts, professional technicians
Manual Superiority:
Actual genuine factory manual, not third-party; provides professional technician-level knowledge
Content Style:
Step-by-step instructions, notes, cautions, warnings, detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, enlarged insets
Usability:
Easy to use, no advanced computer skills required, printable on demand
Coverage Scope:
Complete factory service and repair
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds (exact number not specified, but described as comprehensive)
Manual Classification:
Factory Service Repair Manual
Primary Language:
English
File Format:
PDF Download
Delivery Method:
Instant download link provided after purchase completion
Engine Service:
Engine service, repair, fuel injection, engine control system
Transmission Service:
Transmission service and repair
Brake System:
Brake system service and repair
Electrical System:
Electrical system diagnostics and repair, wiring diagrams
Suspension Steering:
Suspension, steering, chassis, body
Cooling Fuel Emission:
Cooling system, fuel injection/fuel system, emission system
Comfort Restraint:
Heater/Air Conditioning, Restraint System, Interior
Drivetrain:
Differential, Drive Axle
Interior Systems:
Interior trim, climate control, seating mechanisms
Maintenance Tasks:
General maintenance, periodic lubrication
Troubleshooting:
Troubleshooting guide, problem diagnosis and correction
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed wiring diagrams for electrical systems, facilitating diagnostics
Diagnostic Level:
Advanced diagnostics, in-depth repair procedures
Rebuild Capability:
Full repair, maintenance, rebuilding, refurbishing, restoration
Diagnostic Tools Coverage:
Implied coverage of diagnostic procedures relevant to BMW's diagnostic systems (e.g., OBD-II, although specific tool references are not detailed)
PDF Quality:
High resolution, searchable
Searchability:
Yes, via Adobe PDF Reader's search function
Printability:
Fully printable (individual pages, chapters, or entire manual)
Binding Method:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Digital Storage:
Save to hard drive, burn to CD-ROM
NHTSA Frontal Impact Driver:
4-star (1999 model year specific rating)
NHTSA Frontal Impact Passenger:
4-star (1999 model year specific rating)
Traction Control:
Standard (ASC+T - Automatic Stability Control + Traction)
ABS:
Standard (Anti-lock Braking System)
Airbags:
Frontal airbags for driver and passenger; optional side airbags
Restraint System Coverage:
Manual covers restraint system components and diagnostics
Oil Change Interval Approximate:
10,000-15,000 miles or 12 months (flexible service interval system - CBS)
Spark Plug Replacement Approximate:
Every 60,000 miles (Long Life Platinum/Iridium plugs)
Transmission Fluid Change Interval Approximate:
Typically at 60,000-100,000 miles (consult manual for specific recommendation)
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (BMW Longlife-01 approved or equivalent)
Coolant Type:
BMW Blue Antifreeze/Coolant (G48 or equivalent)
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Dexron III / Mercon (or BMW approved equivalent - consult manual for specific part numbers)
Differential Fluid Type:
Synthetic 75W-90 GL-5
Common E39 Issues 1:
Oil leaks (valve cover gaskets, oil pan gasket), cooling system components (water pump, hoses, thermostat), VANOS system issues
Common E39 Issues 2:
ABS/DSC sensor failures, front suspension components wear (control arms, bushings), ignition coil failures
Common E39 Issues 3:
Pixelated instrument cluster display, sunroof drain blockages leading to water ingress
