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BMW 3-Series (E21, 1975-1983) repair manuals
A repair manual for your BMW 3-Series (E21, 1975-1983)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on BMW cars.
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BMW 316, 320 & 320i (E21) - All 4-cyl models (1975 - Feb 1983) | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual
Haynes Classic Repair Manual for the BMW 316, 320 and 320i (Series E21).
Petrol engines: 4 cylinders - 1573, 1766 and 1990 cc.
Production years: 1975-2/1983.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the Series 2 (E30) those in march 1983 was introduced.
This Haynes manual for the BMW 316, 320 and 320i (Series E21) describes service and repair of the engine (valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system, ventilation, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- 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: | J. H. Haynes, A. K. Legg |
| Details: | 279 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.3 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.51 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2012) |
| Series: | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual (0276) |
| ISBN: | 9780857335821 |
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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 320, 320i, 323i & 325i (E21 and E30) - 6-cylinder (1977-1987) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the 6-cylinder BMW 320, 320i, 320i SE, 323i, 325i, 325i SE and 325i Sport (Series E21 and E30, also the technology of the Cabriolet).
Petrol engines: 1990, 2316 and 2494 cc.
Production years: 10/1977-9/1987.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 325i X or the redesigned Series which September 1987 was introduced.
This Haynes manual for the BMW 320, 320i, 323i and 325i (E21 and E30) describes service and repair of the 6-cylinder petrol engines (timing gear, 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 describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- 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
| Details: | 270 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 1988) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0815) |
| ISBN: | 9781859600795 |
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BMW 316, 320 & 320i (1975-1977) | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual
Autobooks repair manual for the BMW 316, 320 and 320i.
Production years: 1975-1977.
This Autobooks Manual for the BMW 316, 320 and 320i provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engines, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering gear, brakes, the electrical system and the body.
- Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
- Complete with wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 146 pages, 28 x 21 x 0.8 cm / 11 x 8.25 x 0.31 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos, drawings and exploded views |
| Publisher: | Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1978) |
| Series: | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 927) |
| ISBN: | 9781783182251 |
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BMW 320, 323i (E21) - Sechszylinder (1977-1982) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the BMW 320 and 323i (Series E21).
Petrol engines: 6 cylinders - 2.0 L (1990 cc) and 2.3 L (2316 cc).
Production years: 1977-1982.
![Pages of the book [0731] BMW 320, 323i - Sechszylinder (1977-1982) (1)](../afb/details/PP20341.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the BMW 320 and 323i provides detailed instructions for work on the 6-cylinder petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 141 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (731-732) |
| ISBN: | 9783716816370 |
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BMW 320, 323i (E21) - Sechszylinder (bis 11/1982) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the Series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 88, reprint) for the BMW 320 and 323i (Series E21).
Petrol engines: 6 cylinders.
Production years: until 11/1982.
![Pages of the book [JH 088] BMW 320, 323i (E21) - 6-Zyl (bis 11/1982) (1)](../afb/details/PP10785.jpg)
- This repair manual for the BMW 320 and 323i describes maintenance and repair of the 6-cylinder petrol engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
- Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
- This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 232 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1982) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (88) |
| ISBN: | 9783879437856 |
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BMW 315, 316, 318, 318i, 320, 320i (E21) - Vierzylinder (bis 11/1982) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the Series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 82, reprint) for the BMW 315, 316, 318, 318i, 320 and 320i (Series E21).
Petrol engines: 4 cylinders - 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0 litre.
Production years: until 11/1982.
![Pages of the book [JH 082] BMW 315-320i (E21) - 4-Zyl (bis 11/1982) (1)](../afb/details/PP10722.jpg)
- This repair manual for the BMW 315, 316, 318, 318i, 320 and 320i describes maintenance and repair of the 4-cylinder petrol engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
- Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
- This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 244 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated with 300 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1988) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (82) |
| ISBN: | 9783879437221 |
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BMW 3er-Reihe (E21) - Sechszylinder - 320, 323i (ab 11/1977) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the BMW 320 and 323i (Series E21).
Petrol engines: 6 cylinders- 2.0 litre (1990 cc, 122 hp) and 2.3 litre (2316 cc, 143 hp).
Production years: 11/1977-1982.
![Pages of the book [1015] BMW 3er-Reihe (E21) - 6 Zyl (ab 11/1977) (1)](../afb/details/PP20490.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the BMW 320 and 323i provides detailed instructions for work on the 6-cylinder petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 126 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1015-1016-1017) |
| ISBN: | 9783716817957 |
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BMW 316, 318, 320, 320i (4-Zylinder) (1975-8/1977) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the BMW models:
- 316
- 318 and 318 A
- 320, 320 An and 320i.
Petrol engines: 4 cylinders.
Production years: 1975-8/1977.
![Pages of the book [0276] BMW 316, 318, 320, 320i (4-Zyl) (75-8/77) (1)](../afb/details/PP20864.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the BMW 316, 318, 320 and 320i provides detailed instructions for work on the 4-cylinder petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
- Reprint of the 2nd edition (1987).
Product details
| Details: | 156 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (276-277) |
| ISBN: | 9783716813430 |
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