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BMW 5-Series (E28 - USA, 1982-1988) repair manuals

Find the best BMW 5-Series (E28 - USA, 1982-1988) repair manuals here. Detailed step-by-step guides for easy DIY service and repairs on BMW cars. Clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.

BMW Coupes and Sedans (1970-1988) | Chilton Repair Manual

Chilton Repair Manual for maintenance and repair of BMW passenger cars from the years 1970-1988.

Series: E3, E9, E10, E12, E21, E23, E24, E28, E30.

Types:
- 1600, 2000, 2002, 2500, 2800, 3000, 3.0
- 318, 320, 325, M3 / 525, 528, 530, 533, 535, M5
- 630, 633, 635, 733, 735
- L6, L7 and M6.

This Chilton manual for a wide range of North-American BMW passenger cars from the 1970s and 80s covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline engines (timing gear, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system, and gaskets).
It also addresses cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust, and the electrical system. Additionally, it describes work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.

  • Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
  • Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and wiring diagrams.
  • Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.

Product details

Details:720 pages, 28 x 21 x 2.7 cm / 11 x 8.25 x 1.06 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 1996)
Series:Chilton Auto Repair Manual (18300)
ISBN:9780801987892

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BMW Coupes and Sedans (1970-1988)

Language: English

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BMW 3 & 5 Series (E30 / E28 and E34) (1982-1992) (USA) | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the BMW 3-Series (E30) and 5-Series (E28 and E34). Beschrijft over the next versions:
- 318i (1984-1985)
- 325, 325e, 325es (1984-1988)
- 325i, 325is, 325ic (1987-1990)
- 525i (1989-1990)
- 528e (1982-1988)
- 533i (1983-1994)
- 535i, 535is (1985-1992).

Gasoline engines: 4 cylinders - 1.8 litre / 6 cylinders - 2.5, 2.7, 3.2 and 3.4 litre.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel or 4x4 models.

This Haynes manual for the BMW 3-Series (E30) and 5-Series (E28 and E34) describes service and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
  • Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
  • Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

Product details

Author:Larry Warren, J. H. Haynes
Details:256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.4 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1988)
Series:Haynes Auto Repair Manual (18020)
ISBN:9781563920202

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BMW 3 & 5 Series (E30 / E28 and E34) (1982-1992) (USA)

Language: English

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BMW 5 Series (E28) - 528e, 533i, 535i, 535is (1982-1988) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the BMW 5-Series (E28).

Versions: 528e, 533i, 535i and 535is.

Gasoline engines:
- 2.7 litre (B27)
- 3.2 litre (B32)
- 3.5 litre (B34).

Gearboxes (removal and installation, complete overhaul):
- Getrag 560
- Getrag 565.

Model years: 1982-1988.

This American Bentley repair manual for the BMW 5-Series (E28) provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior, doors, central locking and air conditioning.

  • Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
  • Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings, OBD fault codes and wiring diagrams.
  • This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.

Product details

Details:548 pages, 28.5 x 22 x 3.9 cm / 11.2 x 8.7 x 1.54 in, hardback
Illustrations:758 photos and drawings
Publisher:Bentley Publishers (USA, 2012)
Series:Bentley Service Manual
ISBN:9780837616940

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BMW 5 Series (E28) - 528e, 533i, 535i, 535is (1982-1988) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Language: English

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