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Condition Value
expand_moreDiesel exhaust gas values
expand_moreCut-off control speed
All other modifications 47004800 rpm
Maximum K-value 2.5 1/m
expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values
Diagnostic socket location The diagnostic socket is located on
the driver's side in the footwell
below the dashboard.
expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox
BMW gasoline straight-4 1.9 L M43 B19 (194E1) 114 HP 770870 rpm
BMW gasoline straight-4 1.9 L M43 B19 (194E1) 117 HP 770870 rpm
All other modifications 600800 rpm
expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox
316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP engine (1998.9–2005.2) 750850 rpm
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9) 750850 rpm
320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (1998.4–2001.9) 770870 rpm
All other modifications 700800 rpm
expand_moreMinimum engine oil temperature at VET
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.9 L 117 HP engine (1998.2–2001.9) 158°F
320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (1998.4–2001.9) 158°F
All other modifications 176°F
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
CO content at idling speed 0.5 %
expand_moreCO content at increased idling speed
BMW gasoline straight-4 1.9 L M43 B19 (194E1) 117 HP 0.3 %
All other modifications 0.2 %
Current at test speed −0.115+0.077 A
Increased idling speed 25003000 rpm
Lambda sensor design wideband sensor
Lambda value 0.971.03 λ
Maximum HC content at idling 100 ppm
Petrol conditioning speed 3000 rpm
Petrol conditioning time 180 s
Test speed for lambda sensor signal 600800 rpm

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 1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan 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 Sedan 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 1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

In 1998 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Sedan. Emission may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fourth generation model years

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