🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 518i Year: 1982 Generation Generation Code: E28 Codes Chassis Code: E28 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine Mechanical: Included Engine Electrical: Included Fuel System: Included Ignition System: Included Transmission Manual: Included Transmission Automatic: Included Clutch: Included Drivetrain: Included Suspension Front: Included Suspension Rear: Included Steering: Included Brakes Hydraulic: Included Brakes Parking: Included Body Frame: Included Body Exterior: Included Body Interior: Included Heating Ventilation Ac: Included Electrical System: Included Lighting: Included Instrumentation: Included Maintenance Procedures: Included Troubleshooting: Included Wiring Diagrams: Included Page Count Estimated Pages: Extensive (Specific count not provided, typical for comprehensive workshop manuals) Manual Type Type: Workshop Repair Service Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: M10 Engine Type: Inline 4-cylinder Displacement: 1.8 Liters (1766 cc) Bore: 89.0 mm Stroke: 80.0 mm Performance Horsepower Approx: 90-105 HP @ 5800-6000 RPM (depending on specific tuning/market) Torque Approx: 140-150 Nm @ 3000-3500 RPM (depending on specific tuning/market) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Carburetor (Solex or Zenith typically) or Bosch L-Jetronic Fuel Injection Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline Engine Mechanical Valvetrain: SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) Cooling System: Water-cooled 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 4-Speed Manual Optional Type: 3-Speed Automatic Features Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length Approx: 4620 mm Width Approx: 1700 mm Height Approx: 1420 mm Weights Curb Weight Approx: 1350 - 1450 kg (depending on options) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings: N/A (Testing standards were less rigorous and documented differently in 1982) Features Seatbelts: Standard front seatbelts (3-point inertia reel likely standard) Brakes: Front Disc / Rear Drum (standard), potentially All Disc on some variants Crumple Zones: Designed with crumple zones as per automotive safety standards of the era Headrests: Standard front headrests Child Seat Anchors: Not standard, likely no ISOFIX 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 5,000-7,500 miles or 6-12 months Spark Plug Replacement: Refer to manual for specific mileage/time intervals Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Refer to manual (e.g., SAE 20W-50 or 10W-40 API SG or equivalent) Coolant Type: Antifreeze/Water Mixture (50/50 recommended) Brake Fluid Type: DOT 3 or DOT 4 Transmission Fluid Manual: Refer to manual (e.g., GL-4 gear oil) Transmission Fluid Automatic: Refer to manual (e.g., Dexron III or equivalent) Differential Fluid Type: Refer to manual (e.g., GL-5 gear oil)