🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 518i Year: 1990 Generation Generation: E34 Codes Chassis Code: E34 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Repair: Comprehensive Maintenance: Scheduled & Preventive Rebuilding: Engine, Transmission, Axles Refurbishment: Body, Interior, Electrics Restoration: Full Vehicle Restoration Diagnostics: All Diagnostic Procedures Page Count Page Count: Unknown (Detailed) Manual Type Manual Type: Full Service Repair Manual Language Language: English ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline 4-Cylinder Engine Displacement: 1.8 Liters (1796 cc) Engine Code: M40B18 Performance Horsepower: 113 hp @ 5500 rpm Torque: 164 Nm @ 4250 rpm Fuel System Fuel Injection: Bosch Motronic EFI Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-Speed Manual Optional Transmission Type: 4-Speed Automatic Features Clutch Type: Hydraulic Single Plate Dry Clutch 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Style: 4-door Sedan Length: 4720 mm (185.8 in) Width: 1751 mm (68.9 in) Height: 1410 mm (55.5 in) Weights Curb Weight: 1450 kg (3197 lbs) approx. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Rating: Not extensively tested by modern standards, but designed with European safety standards of the era. Features Seatbelts: Front 3-point inertia reel seatbelts, rear 2-point or 3-point seatbelts Airbags: Driver airbag (optional/late models) Brakes: Front ventilated discs, rear solid discs ABS: Anti-lock Braking System (Optional) Steering: Power assisted recirculating ball steering 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 7,500 miles or 12,000 km Air Filter Replacement: Every 15,000 miles or 24,000 km Spark Plug Replacement: Every 30,000 miles or 48,000 km Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: API SG or SH, SAE 10W-40 Coolant Type: BMW Blue Antifreeze/Coolant Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Power Steering Fluid: BMW Power Steering Fluid (ATF Dexron II) Transmission Fluid Manual: SAE 75W-90 GL-4 Transmission Fluid Automatic: Dexron II