1987 BMW 5 SERIES air condition

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•1
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MOT Test Checks
This is a guide to getting your vehicle through the MOT test.
Obviously it will not be possible to examine the vehicle to the same
standard as the professional MOT tester.

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•3
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MOT Test Checks
Exhaust system
MStart the engine. With your assistant 
holding a rag over the tailpipe, check the
entire system for leaks. Repair or renew
leaking sections.
Jack up the fro

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•4MOT Test Checks
MExamine the handbrake mechanism,
checking for frayed or broken cables,
excessive corrosion, or wear or insecurity of
the linkage. Check that the mechanism works
on each relevan

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•7
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Tools and Working Facilities
MImpact screwdriver
MMicrometer and/or vernier calipers (see 
illustrations)
MDial gauge (see illustration)
MUniversal electrical multi-meter
MCylinder compres

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•12Fault Finding
Fuel system
Excessive fuel consumption
m mDirty or clogged air filter element (Chapter 1).
m mIgnition timing incorrect (Chapter 5).
m mEmissions system not functioning properly

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•13
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Fault Finding
Automatic transmission
Note:Due to the complexity of the automatic transmission, it is
difficult for the home mechanic to properly diagnose and service this
unit. For proble

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•14Fault Finding
Brakes
Note:Before assuming that a brake problem exists, make sure that:
a) The tyres are in good condition and properly inflated (Chapter 1).
b) The wheel alignment (tracking) i

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BMW 5 SERIES 1987 E34 Workshop Manual REF•18Automotive chemicals and lubricants
A number of automotive chemicals and
lubricants are available for use during vehicle
maintenance and repair. They include a wide
variety of products ranging