Engine Mechanical:
Yes (including M50B25 engine specifics)
Engine Management:
Yes (DME, ignition, fuel injection)
Transmission Manual:
Yes (S5D 250G gearbox)
Transmission Automatic:
Yes (e.g., GM 4L30-E variant)
Suspension Front:
Yes (MacPherson strut, multi-link)
Suspension Rear:
Yes (Semi-trailing arm, independent)
Brakes Front:
Yes (Ventilated discs, ABS)
Brakes Rear:
Yes (Solid discs, ABS)
Steering:
Yes (Hydraulic power steering)
Electrical System:
Yes (Wiring diagrams, components)
Body And Chassis:
Yes (Body panels, structure, trim)
HVAC:
Yes (Climate control system)
Interior:
Yes (Trim, seats, controls)
Safety Systems:
Yes (Airbags, seatbelts)
Routine Maintenance:
Yes (Oil changes, filter replacements, inspections)
Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
Yes (Fault codes, symptom analysis)
Engine Repair:
Yes (Head gasket, timing chain, piston rings)
Transmission Repair:
Yes (Clutch replacement, automatic transmission service)
Suspension Repair:
Yes (Bushings, ball joints, shock absorbers)
Brake System Repair:
Yes (Pad/rotor replacement, caliper overhaul, ABS bleeding)
Electrical Component Replacement:
Yes (Alternator, starter, sensors)
Bodywork Repair:
Yes (Panel replacement, dent repair)
HVAC System Repair:
Yes (Compressor, evaporator, blower motor)
Fuel System Service:
Yes (Injector cleaning, fuel pump replacement)
Cooling System Service:
Yes (Radiator, water pump, thermostat)
Exhaust System Repair:
Yes (Muffler, catalytic converter, pipes)
Wheel Alignment:
Yes (Specifications provided)
Tire Service:
Yes (Rotation, balancing)
Depth:
Factory-level diagnostic and repair procedures
Data Detail:
Torque specifications, clearances, diagnostic charts
Diagrams:
Detailed exploded views and wiring schematics
Engine Type:
Inline 6-Cylinder, DOHC, 24-Valve
Displacement:
2494 cc (2.5 Liters)
Bore X Stroke:
84.0 mm x 90.0 mm
Horsepower:
189 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
245 Nm (181 lb-ft) @ 4200 rpm
Fuel Injection:
Bosch Motronic M3.3 (Sequential Multi-Point Injection)
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91+ Octane)
Valvetrain:
Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Block Material:
Aluminum Alloy
Cylinder Head Material:
Aluminum Alloy
Ignition Type:
Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with individual coils
Oil Change:
Every 7,500 - 10,000 miles (or annually), depending on driving conditions
Spark Plugs:
Every 30,000 - 60,000 miles (depending on plug type, e.g., platinum)
Coolant Flush:
Every 2 years or 30,000 miles
Engine Oil Type:
API SJ/SL or ACEA A2/A3, SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-40 (check owner's manual/manual for exact viscosity based on temperature)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 6.5 liters (6.9 US quarts) with filter change
Coolant Type:
BMW Blue Long-Life Coolant (G48 or similar Ethylene Glycol based)
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Dexron III or equivalent (check specific ZF/GM fluid spec)
Manual Transmission Fluid:
BMW MTF LT-2 or equivalent SAE 75W-90 (API GL-4 or GL-5)
Power Steering Fluid:
Pentosin CHF 11S or BMW approved equivalent
Cooling System:
Plastic coolant expansion tank can crack, water pump seal failures
Oil Leaks:
Valve cover gasket, oil pan gasket, rear main seal
Suspension Components:
Worn control arm bushings, tie rod ends, rear shock mounts
Electrical Issues:
Faulty ABS sensors, weak OBC (On-Board Computer) display pixels, aging wiring harness
HVAC:
Blend door actuator failures, blower motor resistor issues
Oil Filter:
Mann-Filter HU 817 or equivalent
Air Filter:
Mann-Filter C 35 197/2 or equivalent
Cabin Filter:
N/A for this model year (pre-cabin filter era)
Bmw Philosophy:
Sheer Driving Pleasure, focus on driver dynamics and engineering excellence
E34 Generation:
Launched in 1987 (as E34), significant update for 1994 model year
Facelift Changes:
Revised bumpers, side skirts, mirrors, and updated interior features for 1994
Manufacturing Location:
Dingolfing, Germany