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Condition Value
expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values
Diagnostic socket location The diagnostic socket is located on
the passenger side in the footwell
at the central console.
expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox
All BMW gasoline straight-4 1.9 L M44 B19 (194S1) engines 750850 rpm
All BMW gasoline straight-6 2.0 L M52 B20 (206S4) engines 700800 rpm
All BMW gasoline straight-6 2.8 L M52 B28 (286S1) engines 650750 rpm
All other modifications 850950 rpm
Minimum engine oil temperature at VET 176°F
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
CO content at increased idling speed 0.2 %
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 1999 BMW Z3 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 Z3 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 1999 BMW Z3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1999 BMW Z3 generations

In 1999 BMW offered 2 generations of the Z3. Emission may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW Z3 First generation LCI model years

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