Introduction and Overview
This service manual provides detailed information and specifications for the BMW 5-Series (E28) vehicles manufactured between 1982 and 1988. It serves as a single, comprehensive resource for understanding, maintaining, and repairing various systems within these vehicles. The manual is designed to assist both professional technicians and individuals performing their own vehicle maintenance and repairs.
This image displays the front cover of the official Bentley Publishers service manual for the BMW 5 Series (E28) models from 1982 to 1988. The cover features the title 'BMW 5 Series Service Manual' and lists applicable models (528e, 533i, 535i, 535is) and years (1982-1988). Two beige E28 sedans are prominently featured, illustrating the vehicle series covered by the manual. The Bentley Publishers logo is visible at the bottom.
Applicable Models and Engines
This manual covers the following BMW E28 models and their respective engines:
- 528e: B27, 2.7 liter engine
- 533i: B32, 3.2 liter engine
- 535i: B34, 3.5 liter engine
- 535is: B34, 3.5 liter engine
Maintenance Procedures
The manual provides complete preventive maintenance procedures, ranging from routine tasks like yearly brake fluid changes to resetting oil service indicators and oxygen sensor lights. It details the necessary steps, timing, and rationale for each maintenance item. Many recommendations exceed factory service intervals to promote extended vehicle service life.
Troubleshooting and Repair
Detailed troubleshooting and repair information is included for various vehicle systems. This section offers proven repair procedures and tips utilized by BMW technicians and specialists. It also incorporates critical updates and hard-to-find information from dealer service bulletins, such as specific camshaft timing belt replacement procedures and cylinder head bolt replacement on 528e models.
Engine Management Systems
The manual provides comprehensive information for Bosch fuel injection and engine management systems, including:
- Motronic: Covered for 528e, 533i, 535i, and 535is models.
- Motronic 1.1: Specifically for 528e models from March 1987 onwards. This particular Motronic 1.1 service information is not typically found in BMW's factory repair manuals.
It also addresses specific BMW 5-Series driveability problems, including troubleshooting electronically-controlled idle speed faults that are often misdiagnosed.
Wiring Diagrams and Electrical
Large, easy-to-read wiring schematics are included for major electrical circuits. This section also provides a full listing of ground points, connector and splice locations, and electronic component locations to aid in electrical system diagnosis and repair.
Transmission Information
The manual covers the following manual transmissions:
- Getrag 260: With integral bellhousing.
- Getrag 265: With removable bellhousing.
Procedures and specifications for rebuilding these manual transmissions are also provided.
Specifications
Key specifications for this publication are as follows:
- Publisher: Bentley Publishers
- Publication Date: January 1, 1991
- Language: English
- Print Length: 548 pages
- ISBN-10: 0837616948
- ISBN-13: 978-0837616940
- Item Weight: 3.3 pounds
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 1.3 x 11.3 inches
Additional Resources and Support
For further information or inquiries regarding this publication, please refer to the publisher's official resources. The manual is published by Bentley Publishers.
Warranty Information
As a printed publication, this service manual is subject to the warranty policies of Bentley Publishers regarding manufacturing defects or printing errors. It does not provide a warranty for vehicle parts, repairs performed using its instructions, or the vehicle itself. For specific warranty details concerning the book, please contact Bentley Publishers directly.
