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Condition Value
expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values
expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox
All BMW gasoline straight-4 1.8 L M40 B18 (184E1) engines 760840 rpm
All other modifications 720800 rpm
Minimum engine oil temperature at VET 176°F
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
expand_moreCO content at idling speed
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 111 HP engine (1990.9–1993.10) 0.21.2 %
Test values apply to the measurement in front of catalytic converter
CO content at increased idling speed 0.3 %
expand_moreIgnition time
All BMW gasoline straight-4 1.8 L M40 B18 (184E1) engines -12°00' - before TDC + after TDC
No adjustment possible
All other modifications -10°00'±5°00' - before TDC + after
TDC
Increased idling speed 25003000 rpm
Lambda value 0.971.03 λ
Maximum HC content at idling 100 ppm

To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by BMW.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1991 BMW 3 Series Convertible user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 3 Series Convertible service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 1991 BMW 3 Series Convertible you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW 3 Series Convertible Second generation LCI model years

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