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<span style="font-size:200%; font-weight:bold; color:#0066B1;">E36 Knowledge Base</span><br>
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<span style="font-size:105%; color:#4A5560;">Maintenance, repair, and technical information for the BMW E36</span>
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E36 Knowledge Base
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'''Applies to:''' 323 &nbsp;•&nbsp; 325 &nbsp;•&nbsp; 328 &nbsp;•&nbsp; M3
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Technical Reference
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'''[[Inspection I and II]]'''
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'''[[Part Numbers]]'''
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'''[[Torque Specifications]]'''
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'''[[Fluid Capacities]]'''
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'''[[Diagnostic Codes]]'''
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Applies to'''</span>
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323<br>
325<br>
328<br>
M3
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Maintenance'''</span>
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[[Fluids]]<br>
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[[Torque Specs]]<br>
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FEATURED PRODUCT
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[[File:Engineguardian.jpg|90px|alt=Engine Guardian temperature monitor|link=Engine Guardian]]
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[[Engine Guardian|Engine Guardian Temperature Monitor]]
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Monitor engine temperature with an adjustable audible warning.
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Repair &amp; Maintenance
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<!-- MAINTENANCE -->
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Maintenance
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[[Motor Oil]]<br>
[[Transmission Fluid]]<br>
[[Coolant]]<br>
[[Differential Fluid]]<br>
[[Torque Specifications|Torque Specs]]<br>
[[Maintenance Schedule]]<br>
[[Maintenance Schedule]]<br>
[[Inspection I]]<br>
[[Inspection I and II]]<br>
[[Inspection II]]<br>
[[Service Reset]]
[[Service Reset]]
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Engine'''</span>
 
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[[Cooling]]<br>
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Engine
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[[Cooling System]]<br>
[[Fuel]]<br>
[[Fuel]]<br>
[[Intake]]<br>
[[Intake]]<br>
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Drivetrain'''</span>
 
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Drivetrain
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[[Transmission]]<br>
[[Transmission]]<br>
[[Clutch]]<br>
[[Clutch]]<br>
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Chassis'''</span>
 
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Chassis
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[[Suspension]]<br>
[[Suspension]]<br>
[[Strut Bars]]<br>
[[Steering]]<br>
[[Steering]]<br>
[[Wheels]]<br>
[[Wheels]]<br>
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Electrical'''</span>
 
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Electrical
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[[Wiring]]<br>
[[Wiring]]<br>
[[Fuses]]<br>
[[Fuses]]<br>
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Reference'''</span>
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[[Part Numbers]]<br>
[[Torque Specifications]]<br>
[[Fluid Capacities]]<br>
[[BMW TIS]]<br>
[[Diagnostic Codes]]
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''DIY'''</span>
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DIY
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[[Tutorials]]<br>
[[Tutorials]]<br>
[[Common Repairs]]<br>
[[Common Repairs]]<br>
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Exterior'''</span>
 
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Accessories &amp; Equipment
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<!-- EXTERIOR -->
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Exterior
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[[Exterior Lighting|Lighting]]<br>
[[Exterior Lighting|Lighting]]<br>
[[Wheels and Accessories]]<br>
[[Wheels and Accessories]]<br>
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Interior'''</span>
 
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<div style="flex:1 1 220px; min-width:190px; border:1px solid #C1CFD8; border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden; background:#F3F6F8;">
 
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Interior
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<div style="padding:12px 14px; font-size:105%; line-height:1.65;">
[[Climate Control]]<br>
[[Climate Control]]<br>
[[Instrument Cluster]]<br>
[[Instrument Cluster]]<br>
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<span style="font-size:115%; color:#003B67;">'''Tools and Garage'''</span>
 
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<div style="background:#40596D; color:#FFFFFF; padding:10px 13px; font-size:115%; font-weight:bold;">
Tools &amp; Garage
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[[Tools]]<br>
[[Tools]]<br>
[[Garage Equipment]]<br>
[[Garage Equipment]]<br>
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Latest revision as of 17:43, 16 October 2026

E36 Knowledge Base

Applies to: 323  •  325  •  328  •  M3

Technical Reference

FEATURED PRODUCT

Engine Guardian temperature monitor

Monitor engine temperature with an adjustable audible warning.


Repair & Maintenance

Accessories & Equipment

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