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BMW 5-Series (E39, 1995-2004) repair manuals
A repair manual for your BMW 5-Series (E39, 1995-2004)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on BMW cars.
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BMW 5-Series (E39) - 6-cylinder Petrol (Apr 1996 - Aug 2003) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the BMW 5-Series (E39) saloon and Touring.
Versions: 520i, 523i, 525i, 528i and 530i.
Petrol engines: 6 cylinders - 2.0 (1991 cc, M52 and M52TU), 2.2 (2171 cc, M54), 2.5 (2494 cc, M52, M52TU and M54), 2.8 (2793 cc, M52 and M52TU) and 3.0 (2979 cc, M54).
Production years: 4/1996-8/2003.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the V8 petrol engines (535i, 540i, M5) or diesel models.

This Haynes manual for the BMW 5-Series (E39) petrol models describes service and repair of the 6-cylinder 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 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: | Peter Gill, Andy Legg |
| Details: | 272 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, 2015) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (4151) |
| ISBN: | 9781785210457 |
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BMW 5 Series (E39) - 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i (1997-2003) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual
Bentley Service Manual (2 volumes). Describes in great detail maintenance and repair of the BMW 5-Series (E39).
Versions: 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, saloon, Sport Wagon.
Gasoline engines:
- 6 cylinders: M52, M52 TU, M54
- V-8: M62, M62 TU
Injection systems:
- Bosch M 5.2, M 5.2.1, ME 7.2
- Siemens MS 41.0, MS 42.0, MS 43.0
Transmissions:
Manual gearboxes (removal and installation, external service):
- Getrag S5D 250G, S6S 420G
- ZF S5D 320Z
Automatic transmissions (removal and installation, external service):
- A4S 270R, A4S 310R
- A5S 360R, A5S 390R
- A5S 325Z
- A5S 560Z, A5S 440Z.
Model years: 1997-2003.
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This American Bentley repair manual for the BMW 5-Series (E39) 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: | 2080 pages, 28.5 x 22 cm / 11.2 x 8.7 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | 2667 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bentley Publishers (USA, 2011) |
| Series: | Bentley Service Manual |
| ISBN: | 9780837616728 |
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BMW 525 tds Diesel (E39) (1996-2000) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 594.2
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 594) repair manual covering the BMW 525 tds (E39).
Diesel engine: 2.5 L (2498 cc, 105 kW/143 hp, engine code M51 TÜ).
Production years: 12/1995-07/2000.
This Revue Technique for the BMW 525 tds describes extensively service and repair of the diesel engine (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.
- Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings 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.
Product details
| Details: | 122 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 594.2) |
| ISBN: | 9782726859414 |
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BMW 5er-Reihe (E39) - Benzin- und Dieselmotoren (9/1995-2004) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the Series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 205, reprint) for maintenance of the BMW 5-Series (E39), petrol and diesel.
Versions: 520i, 523i, 528i, 535i, 540i, 520d, 525d and 530d.
Petrol engines:
- 6 cylinders - 2.0 (1991 cc, 110 kW/150 hp, M52), 2.5 (2494 cc, 125 kW/170 hp, M52) and 2.8 (2793 cc, 142 kW/193 hp, M52)
- V8 - 3.5 (3498 cc, 180 kW/245 hp, M62) and 4.4 (4398 cc, 210 kW/287 hp, M62).
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 (1951 cc, 100 kW/136 hp)
- 6 cylinders - 2.5 (2497 cc,120 kW/163 hp, M57) and 3.0 (2926 cc, 135 kW/184 hp, M57).
Production years: 9/1995-2004.
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- This owner's guide describes the technology of the BMW 5-Series (E39).
- 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.
Product details
| Author: | Friedrich Schröder |
| Details: | 268 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | about 250 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2014) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (205) |
| ISBN: | 9783613018228 |
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BMW 5er Reihe (E39) - Benziner und Diesel (12/1995-6/2003) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German Series So wird's gemacht (nr. 102) on the BMW 5-Series (E39), saloon and Touring, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp, 03/96-08/00)
- 2.2 L (125 kW/170 hp, 09/00-06/03)
- 2.5 L (125 kW/170 hp, 12/95-08/00)
- 2.5 L (141 kW/192 hp, 09/00-06/03)
- 2.8 L (142 kW/193 hp, 12/95-08/00)
- 3.0 L (170 kW/231 hp, 09/00-06/03)
Diesel engines:
- 2.0 L (100 kW/136 hp, 04/00-06/03)
- 2.5 L (105 kW/143 hp, 03/96-03/00)
- 2.5 L (120 kW/163 hp, 04/00-06/03)
- 3.0 L (135 kW/184 hp, 09/97-08/00)
- 3.0 L (142 kW/193 hp, 09/00-06/03)
Production years: 12/1995-6/2003.
The initial section of this manual for the BMW 5-Series (E39) 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.
- 28 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 316 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 700 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (102) |
| ISBN: | 9783768809429 |
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BMW serii 5 - benzyna i diesel (typu E39, 12/1995 - 06/2003) | Sam naprawiam samochód
A richly illustrated repair manual devoted to the operation and repair of BMW 5 series cars (type E39), with sedan, station wagon (Touring) bodies, with petrol and diesel engines, manufactured from 12/1995 to 06/2003.
Petrol engines:
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp)
- 2.2 L (125 kW/170 hp)
- 2.5 L (125 kW/170 hp)
- 2.5 L (141 kW/192 hp)
- 2.8 L (142 kW/193 hp)
- 3.0 L (170 kW/231 hp).
Diesel engines:
- 2.0 L (100 kW/136 hp)
- 2.5 L (105 kW/143 hp)
- 2.5 L (120 kW/163 hp)
- 3.0 L (135 kW/184 hp)
- 3.0 L (142 kW) /193 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".
Product details
| Author: | Hans-Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 356 pages, 25 x 20 x 1.9 cm / 9.8 x 7.9 x 0.75 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 791 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2009) |
| Series: | Sam naprawiam samochód |
| ISBN: | 9788320617511 |
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Years: 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004