1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Brake fluid, (glycol-based) as used in BMW brake systems, must conform with
the following requirements:
High boiling point
Good low temperature resistance
Low compressibil
There are three "Golden Rules" to adhere to when diagnosing concerns on the
N54 engine:
1. When diagnosing cases of smoke from the exhaust, it is important to avoid
unnecessary replacement of
the turbochargers. Smoke can be caused by oil consumption such as the crankcase
ventilation system.
Alwa
Special tools required:
00 9 340
Using special tool 00 9 340 , unclip trim (1) on both sides.
Fig. 43: Identifying Special Tool (00 9 340)
Unclip trim (1) with special tool 00 9 340 and remove.
Replacement:
Trims may only be replaced in pairs so as to avoid differences in color.
Fig. 44: Identi