BMW 5-Series (E39, 1995-2004): service and repair manuals

BMW 5-Series (E39) - 6-cylinder Petrol (Apr 1996 - Aug 2003) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on 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: Please note that this manual does not cover the V8 petrol engines (535i, 540i, M5) or diesel models.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the BMW 5-Series (E39) petrol models describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the 6-cylinder petrol engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Furthermore, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• 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 for easy reference.

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Author:	Peter Gill, Andy Legg
Specs:	272 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photographs and drawings
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 2015)
Series:	Haynes Service and Repair Manual (4151)

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.

• 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.

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Author:	Friedrich Schröder
Specs:	268 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:	about 250 photographs and drawings
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2014)
Series:	Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (205)

BMW 525 tds Diesel (E39) (1996-2000) - Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 594.2)

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 594) 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 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.

Specs:	122 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photographs and drawings
Publisher:	ETAI (F, )
Series:	Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 594.2)

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 on 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.

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Author:	Rüdiger Etzold
Specs:	316 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:	700 photographs and drawings
Publisher:	Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019)
Series:	So wird's gemacht (102)

BMW serii 5 - benzyna i diesel (typu E39, 12/1995 - 06/2003) Sam naprawiam samochód

Bogato ilustrowany, fachowy poradnik poświęcony obsłudze i naprawie samochodów BMW serii 5 (typ E39), z nadwoziami sedan, kombi (Touring), z silnikami benzynowymi i wysokoprężnymi, produkowanych od 12/1995 do 06/2003.

Silniki benzynowe:
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 KM)
- 2.2 L (125 kW/170 KM)
- 2.5 L (125 kW/170 KM)
- 2.5 L (141 kW/192 KM)
- 2.8 L (142 kW/193 KM)
- 3.0 L (170 kW/231 KM).

Silniki wysokoprężne:
- 2.0 L (100 kW/136 KM)
- 2.5 L (105 kW/143 KM)
- 2.5 L (120 kW/163 KM)
- 3.0 L (135 kW/184 KM)
- 3.0 L (142 kW/193 KM).

• Dane techniczne i regulacyjne, momenty dokręcania połączeń gwintowych, tablice wykrywania i usuwania niesprawności, schematy instalacji elektrycznej.
• Polskie wydanie książki "So wird's gemacht".

Author:	Hans-Rüdiger Etzold
Specs:	356 pages, 25 x 20 x 1.9 cm / 9.8 x 7.9 x 0.75 in, paperback
Illustrations:	791 photographs and drawings
Publisher:	Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2009)
Series:	Sam naprawiam samochód

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.

This Bentley workshop manual on 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.

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Specs:	2080 pages, 28.5 x 22 cm / 11.2 x 8.7 in, hardback
Illustrations:	2667 photographs and drawings
Publisher:	Bentley Publishers (USA, 2011)
Series:	Bentley Service Manual