🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 3 Series Chassis Code: E36 Generation Generation: 3rd Generation Codes Platform: E36 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Type: Service and Repair Detailed Coverage: Engine, chassis, electrical systems, body, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, climate control, troubleshooting Page Count Estimated Page Count: Varies by specific edition, typically 300-600 pages Manual Type Manual Format: Print (typically) Language Language: English ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Displacement Range: 1.6L to 3.2L Engine Types Covered: Inline-4, Inline-6 (M40, M43, M50, M52, S50, S52) Performance Horsepower Range: 90 hp to 321 hp (depending on specific engine and model) Torque Range: 130 Nm to 350 Nm (depending on specific engine and model) Fuel System Fuel Induction Type: Fuel Injection (Multi-point) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline Engine Types Covered Engine Code Examples: M43B16, M43B18, M50B20, M50B25, M52B20, M52B25, M52B28, S50B30, S52B32 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission Type: 5-speed Manual Optional Optional Transmission Type: 4-speed Automatic (Steptronic optional on some later models) Features Clutch Type: Hydraulically actuated single-plate dry clutch Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles Covered: Sedan, Coupe, Convertible, Touring (Wagon), M3 Weights Curb Weight Range: Approx. 1300 kg to 1600 kg 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings: Varies by model year and region; generally good for its era Features Airbags: Driver and passenger airbags standard ABS: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) standard Traction Control: Optional on some models (ASC+T - Automatic Stability Control and Traction) Seatbelts: Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts with pretensioners Chassis Design: Unibody construction with integrated safety cage 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically 15,000 km or 1 year (BMW Longlife-01 or earlier specifications) Spark Plug Replacement: Varies by engine, typically 60,000 km to 100,000 km Coolant Flush Interval: Every 2-3 years Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Specification: BMW Longlife-01 (e.g., 5W-30, 5W-40) or earlier approved specifications Coolant Type: BMW Blue coolant (G48 ethylene glycol based) or equivalent Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Transmission Fluid Manual: GL-4 or GL-5 rated gear oil Transmission Fluid Automatic: BMW ATF (Dexron III or equivalent)