🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 8 Series (E31) Year Range: 1989-1999 Generation Generation: 1st Generation (E31) Codes Chassis Code: E31 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Body Styles: Coupe Regions Covered: Global (assuming, due to no regional specification) Repair Scope: Comprehensive (all repair procedures) Page Count Page Count: Not specified in product description Manual Type Manual Type: Workshop Service Repair Manual Content Type: Exploded views, diagrams, illustrations, specifications, step-by-step instructions, pictures, procedures Language Language: English (implied by typical workshop manual content and compatibility statement) Format Format: PDF Compatibility: PC & Mac Compatible (Windows 95, 98, 2000, NT, XP, Vista, Windows 7, etc.) Availability Availability: Instant Download ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options: V8 (M60/M62), V12 (M70/S70) Engine Displacement V8: 4.0L (M60B40), 4.4L (M62B44) Engine Displacement V12: 5.0L (M70B50), 5.6L (M73B56) Engine Configuration: V8, V12 Performance Horsepower 840Ci M60: Approx. 282 hp Horsepower 850Ci M70: Approx. 296 hp Horsepower 840Ci M62: Approx. 310 hp Horsepower 860Ci M73: Approx. 322 hp Torque 840Ci M60: Approx. 295 lb-ft Torque 850Ci M70: Approx. 332 lb-ft Torque 840Ci M62: Approx. 317 lb-ft Torque 860Ci M73: Approx. 361 lb-ft Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Options: 4-speed Automatic (early V12), 5-speed Automatic, 6-speed Manual (V8 only) Optional Transmission Details: ZF 4HP24 (early V12), ZF 5HP30 (later V12/V8), Getrag 420G (manual V8) Features Traction Control: Standard (ASC+T on many models) Stability Control: Not standard on all models, available on later versions 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 4,780 mm (188.2 in) Width: Approx. 1,855 mm (73.0 in) Height: Approx. 1,370 mm (53.9 in) Wheelbase: Approx. 2,634 mm (103.7 in) Weights Curb Weight V8: Approx. 1,750 kg (3,858 lbs) Curb Weight V12: Approx. 1,930 kg (4,255 lbs) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings: Not available in product description; vehicle from an era with less standardized testing Features Airbags: Driver and passenger front airbags standard Anti Lock Brakes: Standard Traction Control: Standard (ASC+T on many models) Seatbelts: Front and rear seatbelts 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Refer to manual for specific intervals (typically 7,500-10,000 miles or 12-18 months) Spark Plug Replacement: Refer to manual for specific intervals Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Refer to manual (e.g., BMW High Performance Synthetic SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40) Coolant Type: BMW Blue Antifreeze/Coolant Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Transmission Fluid Automatic: Refer to manual (e.g., Dexron III for ZF transmissions) Transmission Fluid Manual: Refer to manual (e.g., SAE 75W-90 GL-4 or GL-5)