Important Safety Notice.........................................................................................

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Foreword ............................................................................................................. iv
Index ................................................................................................ rear of manual

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1
2
3
4
5
6
7

General Data and

Maintenance

001 Warnings and Cautions

002 Vehicle Identification and VIN
Decoder

003 Symptoms and Field Observations

010 Product Familiarization
020 Maintenance

Engine

100 EngineGeneral
110 Engine Removal and Installation
113 Cylinder Head Removal
and Installation
117 Camshaft Timing Chain
119 Lubrication System

120
121
130
160
170
180

Ignition System
Battery, Starter, Alternator
Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank and Fuel Pump
Radiator and Cooling System
Exhaust System

Transmission

200
210
230
231

240
250
260
270

Automatic Transmission
Gearshift Linkage
Driveshafts
Transfer Case

Suspension,
Steering and
Brakes

300 Suspension, Steering and

BrakesGeneral
310 Front Suspension
311 Front Axle Differential
320 Steering and Wheel Alignment

330
331
340
360

Rear Suspension
Rear Axle Differential
Brakes
Wheels, Tires

Body

400 BodyGeneral
410 Fenders, Engine Hood

411 Doors
412 Trunk Lid, Tailgate

Body Equipment

510 Exterior Trim, Bumpers

512 Door Windows
513 Interior Trim

515 Central Locking and Anti-theft

520 Seats
540 Sunroof

Electrical System

600
611
612
620

630 Lights
640 Heating and Air-conditioning
650 Radio

Equipment and
Accessories

720 Seat Belts

721 Airbag System (SRS)

ECL
ELE
OBD

TransmissionGeneral
Clutch
Manual Transmission
Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG)

Electrical SystemGeneral
Wipers and Washers
Switches
Instruments

ECL Electrical Component Locations

ELE Electrical Wiring Diagrams
OBD On-Board Diagnostics

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BMW 5 Series (E60, E61)

Service Manual: 2004-2010
525i, 528i, 530i, 535i, 545i, 550i

Price: $149.95
Bentley Stock Number: B510
Publication Date: 2010.jun.18
ISBN: 978-0-8376-1618-6
Hardcover, 8 3/8 in. x 11 in.
Case quantity: 5
1734 pages, 2978 photos, illustrations and diagrams

The BMW 5 Series (E60, E61) Service Manual: 2004-2010

contains in-depth maintenance, service and repair information
for the BMW 5 Series from 2004 to 2010. The aim throughout has
been simplicity and clarity, with practical explanations, step-bystep procedures and accurate specifications. Whether youre a
professional or a do-it-yourself BMW owner, this manual helps
you understand, care for and repair your BMW.

Bentley technical editors removing

motor cover on V8 (N62) engine.

Technical features:
Condition based service (CBS) maintenance procedures from
replacing the cabin microfilter to checking and resetting
service intervals. This manual tells you what to do and how
and when to do it.
Cylinder head cover gasket and crankshaft seal service
(includes removal and installation of Valvetronic motor).
Cooling system and radiator service.
Fuel injection and ignition system diagrams and explanations.
Information about advanced technical features such as
Valvetronic, VANOS, twin turbochargers, DSC (dynamic
stability control), dynamic drive (active stabilizer bars), active
steering, and xDrive.
Suspension repair procedures.
Brakes, steering and ABS troubleshooting and repair.
Heating and air-conditioning repair, including A/C component
replacement.
Body and hood repairs and adjustments.
Electrical system service, with an easy-to-use illustrated
component locator section.
Comprehensive wiring schematics, including fuses and
grounds.
BMW OBD II diagnostic trouble codes, SAE-defined OBD II
P-codes, as well as basic scan tool operation.
BMW factory tolerances, wear limits, adjustments and
tightening torques.

Detailed brake pad and

rotor service.
340 Brakes

Learn how to reset conditionbased service (CBS) intervals.

020 Maintenance

Models and engines covered:

525i and 530i
M54 engine (2004-2005)
N52 engine (2006-2007)
528i
N52K engine (2008-2010)
535i
N54 twin turbo engine (2008-2010)
545i
N62 V8 engine (2004-2005)
550i
N62 TU V8 engine (2006-2010)

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