🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 318i Year: 1997 Codes Chassis Code: E36 Engine Code: M43B19 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Repair Coverage: Full Service Repair, Maintenance, Rebuild, Refurbish, Restoration, Diagnostics Page Count Estimated Page Count: Extensive (specific number not provided, but described as 'very detailed') Manual Type Manual Type: Full Service Repair Manual Language Language: English ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline 4-cylinder Displacement: 1.9 Liters (1895 cc) Bore: 85.0 mm Stroke: 83.5 mm Compression Ratio: 8.8:1 Valvetrain: DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Engine Orientation: Front-mounted, Longitudinal Performance Horsepower: 115 hp @ 5500 rpm Torque: 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) @ 4200 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-point Fuel Injection (Bosch Motronic) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline (Premium recommended) Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 Liters (14.5 US gallons) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-speed Manual Optional Transmission Type: 4-speed Automatic (Steptronic optional) Features Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 4432 mm (174.5 in) Width: 1711 mm (67.4 in) Height: 1370 mm (53.9 in) Wheelbase: 2700 mm (106.3 in) Weights Curb Weight: 1300 kg (2866 lbs) (approx.) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Driver Airbag: Standard Passenger Airbag: Standard Features Antilock Braking System ABS: Standard Traction Control: Optional (ASC+T) Seatbelts: Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts front and rear 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Refer to manual (typically 7,500-10,000 miles or 1 year) Spark Plug Replacement: Refer to manual (typically 30,000-60,000 miles) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Synthetic/Semi-Synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 (refer to manual for exact BMW approval) Coolant Type: BMW Blue Antifreeze/Coolant (G48 ethylene glycol based) Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Transmission Fluid Type Manual: API GL-4 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil Transmission Fluid Type Automatic: Dexron III or equivalent