🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 325i Year: 1998 Generation Generation: E36 Codes Chassis Code: E36 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Repair: Yes Maintenance: Yes Rebuilding: Yes Refurbishing: Yes Restoring: Yes Diagnostics: Yes Page Count Page Count: Comprehensive Manual Type Manual Type: Full Service Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Print ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline 6-Cylinder Engine Displacement: 2.5 Liters Engine Code: M50B25TU Engine Block Material: Aluminum Cylinder Head Material: Aluminum Valvetrain: DOHC, 24 Valves (4 per cylinder) Performance Horsepower: 189 hp @ 5900 rpm Torque: 181 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-point Fuel Injection (Bosch Motronic) Fuel Type: Unleaded Premium Gasoline (91 Octane or higher) Ignition System Ignition Type: Distributorless Electronic Ignition (DIS) Cooling System Cooling Type: Liquid Cooled 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Standard: 5-Speed Manual Optional Transmission Type Optional: 4-Speed Automatic Features Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 174.5 inches Width: 69.1 inches Height: 55.1 inches Wheelbase: 106.0 inches Weights Curb Weight: 3200 - 3300 lbs (approx) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Crash Rating: 4 Stars IIHS Front Offset Score: Good Features Airbags Front: Driver and Passenger Anti Lock Braking System: Standard (ABS) Traction Control: Optional (ASC+T) Seatbelts: Three-point front and rear seatbelts with pretensioners 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: 5,000 - 7,500 miles or 12 months Air Filter Replacement: 20,000 - 30,000 miles Spark Plug Replacement: 60,000 - 100,000 miles (depending on type) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: BMW Longlife-98 5W-30 Synthetic Coolant Type: BMW Blue Antifreeze/Coolant Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Transmission Fluid Type Manual: SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil Transmission Fluid Type Automatic: BMW ATF LT 71141 or equivalent Power Steering Fluid: Dexron III ATF or equivalent