BMW 3-Series (E46, 1998-2006): service and repair manuals

BMW 3-Series (E46) - Petrol (Sept 1998 - 2003) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the BMW 3-Series (E46) saloon, Coupé and Touring (not the Compact, Cabriolet or M3).

Versions: 316i, 318i, 320i, 325i, 328i and 330i.

Petrol engines:
4 cylinders:
- 1.8 (1796 cc, N42 B18)
- 1.9 (1895 cc, M43TU B19)
- 2.0 (1995 cc, N42 B20), including Valvetronic
6 cylinders:
- 2.2 (2171 cc, M54 B22)
- 2.5 (2494 cc, M52TU B25 and M54 B25)
- 2.8 (2793 cc, M52TU B28)
- 3.0 (2979 cc, M54 B30).

Production years: 9/1998-2003.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 1596 cc petrol engine or the diesel models.

This Haynes manual for the BMW 3-Series (E46) petrol models guides you through the maintenance and repair of the petrol engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Details:	302 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014)
Series:	Haynes Service and Repair Manual (4067)
ISBN:	9780857339492

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BMW Série 3 (E46) - Diesel 4 et 6 cylindres (4/1998-10/2001) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 645.1

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 645) covering the BMW 320d and 330d (E46).

Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 (1951 cc, 130 and 136 hp, M47D20/20 4D 1)
- 6 cylinders - 3.0 (2926 cc, 183 hp, M57D30/30 6D 1).

Production years: 4/1998-10/2001.

This Revue Technique for the BMW Series 3 (E46) diesel models describes extensively service and repair of the diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump, injection pump and injectors).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

• Includes adjustment data and wiring diagrams.
• An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
• Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.

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Details:	222 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2002)
Series:	Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 645.1)
ISBN:	9782726864517

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BMW 3er-Reihe (E46) - Benzin- und Dieselmotoren (5/1998-2006) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the Series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 214, reprint) for maintenance of the BMW 3-Series (E46), petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 316i (1895 cc, 104 hp, M43) and 318i (1895 cc, 118 hp, M43)
- 6 cylinders - 320i (1991 cc, 150 hp, M52), 323i (2494 cc, 170 hp, M52) and 330i (2979 cc, 231 hp, M54).

Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 320d (1951 cc, 136 hp, M47)
- 6 cylinders - 330d (2926 cc, 183 hp, M57).

Production years: 5/1998-2006.

• This owner's guide describes the technology of the BMW 3-Series (E46).
• Comprehensive instructions for the replacement of current parts such as: shock absorbers, brake pads, brake discs, master cylinder and brake fluid / door mirrors, fuel cap, grille, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, interior trim and seats / alternator and starter motor, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights / air filter, drivebelt, thermostat, coolant, oil filter and spark plugs.
• Complete with adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.

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Author:	Friedrich Schröder
Details:	272 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:	about 250 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2015)
Series:	Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (214)
ISBN:	9783613018631

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BMW 3er Reihe (E46) - Benziner und Diesel (1998-2005) | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German Series So wird's gemacht (nr. 116) on the BMW 3-Series (E46), petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines:
- 1.6 L (85 kW/115 hp, 09/01-03/06)
- 1.8 L (85 kW/115 PS)06/01-03/06)
- 1.9 L (77 kW/105 hp, 09/98-03/06)
- 1.9 L (87 kW/118 hp, 04/98-03/06)
- 2.0 L (105 kW/143 hp, 09/01-03/06)
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp, 04/98-03/06)
- 2.2 L (125 kW/170 hp, 09/01-03/06)
- 2.5 L (125 kW/170 hp, 04/98-03/06)
- 2.5 L (141 kW/192 hp, 06/01-03/06)
- 2.8 L (142 kW/193 hp, 04/98-03/06)
- 3.0 L (170 kW/231 hp, 09/01-03/06)

Diesel engines:
- 2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp, 09/01-03/06)
- 2.0 L (100 kW/136 hp, 04/98-03/06)
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp, 09/01-03/06)
- 3.0 L (135 kW/184 hp, 09/99-03/06)
- 3.0 L (150 kW/204 hp, 09/03-03/06)

Production years:
- Limousine 4/1998-02/2005
- Coupé 04/1999-03/2006
- Touring 09/1999-08/2005
- Compact 09/2000-08/2004.

The initial section of this manual on the BMW 3-Series (E46) covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol and diesel engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

• Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
• 24 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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Author:	Rüdiger Etzold
Details:	320 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:	578 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019)
Series:	So wird's gemacht (116)
ISBN:	9783768811552

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BMW serii 3 - benzyna i diesel (typu E46) | Sam naprawiam samochód

Richly illustrated professional guide dedicated to the service and repair of BMW 3 Series (type E46) cars, manufactured since 04/1998.

Models:
- Sedan from 04/1998 to 02/2005
- Coupé from 04/1999 to 03/2006
- Touring Estate from 09/1999 to 08/2005
- Compact from 09/2000 to 08/2004.

Petrol engines:
- 316i - 105 and 115 hp
- 318i - 118 and 143 hp
- 320i - 150 and 170 hp
- 323i - 170 hp
- 325i - 192 hp
- 328i - 193 hp
- 330i - 231 hp

Diesel engines:
- 318d - 115 hp
- 320d - 136 and 150 hp
- 330d - 184 and 204 hp.

• Technical and adjustment data, tightening torques for threaded connections, tables for detecting and eliminating faults, electrical wiring diagrams.
• Polish edition of the book from the series "So wird's gemacht".

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Author:	Hans-Rüdiger Etzold
Details:	360 pages, 24.5 x 19.5 x 2 cm / 9.7 x 7.7 x 0.79 in, paperback
Illustrations:	762 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2016)
Series:	Sam naprawiam samochód
ISBN:	9788320618013