BMW E39 5-series information and links

BMW E39 Links

This page is dedicated to the E39 chassis 5-series BMW's (1997-2003). If you have suggestions for links that should be included, please email them to me.

Sincerely,
David Cecil
davidc@e38.org

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Updated: 2008-05-16 21:08:59

    Recall Information
    Vehicle Import
        Classic Euro Cars
        EPA Motor Vehicle Emissions
        EPA page on CFC Phaseout
        NHTSA Vehicle Import Regulations
        U.S. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection
        Wallace Environmental Testing Labs

David's Project Notes
    Cruise control disengaging (actuator replacement)
    Extracting a rounded-off hex bolt from a brake rotor
    Front shock absorber replacement ('92 750iL)
    Garage door UGDO upgrade
    Heated seats (front) retrofit
    Heated seats (rear) retrofit
    Ignition switch removal and replacement
    Leather seat restoration 1986 735i E23
    Leather seat restoration 1992 750iL E32
    Leather seat restoration 1997 740iL E38
    Paintless dent removal
    PDC rear bumper retrofit ('92 750iL)
    Reinforcing the front seat plastic trim

Interior
    ACS replica pedal install
    Airbags, passenger seat SRS occupancy sensor mat replacement
    Armrest sliding center console replacement
    Cameras, build a headrest camcorder mount
    Carpet, rear deck and footrest color change/re-dye
    Center console wood polishing
    Door panels, re-gluing separating panel trim
    E46 lumbar support retrofit
    Flashlight LED conversion
    Headliner material source and example installation
    Headliner replacement
    Heated seat broken wire repair
    Instrument cluster, how to open to install metal gauge rings
    Leather seat restoration 1986 735i E23
    Leather seat restoration 1992 750iL E32
    Leather seat restoration 1997 740iL E38
    Leatherique leather restoration on a E28 M5
    Leatherique leather seat restoration on a MB
    Masking cigarette burns in carpet
    Musty odor from A/C vents
    OBD service port cover replacement bracket
    Rear shelf removal
    Seat back replacement
    Seat leather skin replacement
    Seat trim replacement
    Seats, splicing connectors/wiring for 99+ sport seats into a 95-98 BMW
    Ski-bag pass-throughretrofit
    Trim Wood/Metal interior conversion
    Trim, polishing interior wood trim and console
    Trim, polishing scratches out of the wood trim
    Ultimate Guide to Armrests
    Window regulator repair
    Window regulator replacement

Exterior
    Antenna, Sharkfin retrofit
    Door handle (exterior) removal and replacement
    Mirrors, wide-angle mirrors installation
    Sunroof reset
    Trailer hitch installation
    Trim, Shadowline black-out of chrome trim (E30)
    Trim, Shadowline black-out using tape
    Trim, Shadowline trim procedure (E30)
    Using E39 5-series wheels on an E38
    Paint and paint chip repair
        EasyPaintYourCar.com
        Edwin's great scratch repair article
        How to spot paintwork
        Paint chip repair DIY
        Paintless dent removal
        Paintscratch.com
        Random orbital buffer polishing how-to
        Southern Colors Paint Touchup
        Tail lights yellowing restoration
        Zaino sequence for detailing your paint
    Lighting
        DIY Silvervision turnsignal bulbs
        Door handle Interior lighting retrofit
        Fog lights, Euro fog light switch retrofit
        Fog lights, European rear fog lights
        Fog lights, HID foglight install by cleanride740il
        Fog lights, HID retrofit by Magnum
        Glove-box Flashlight Rejuvenation
        Headlight adjuster replacement
        Headlight adjustment
        Headlight aiming procedures
        Headlights, angel eye installation with daytime running lights
        Headlights, angel eyes installation
        Headlights, angel eyes remote feature DIY
        Headlights, Angel-eye e39 installation video
        Headlights, DFW7 DIY DDE Angel Eyes enhanced lighting installation video
        PowerBulbs (Philips Silvervision)
        Titanium silver #1157 bulbs from Trucknvans.com

Retrofit Installations
    Antenna, Sharkfin retrofit
    BimmerBoard Navigation Forum
    Bluetooth installation instructions (PDF)
    Cameras, backup rear view retrofit
    Cameras, David Frame's backup camera installation
    Cameras, Tyre Daniely's rear bumper backup camera installation
    E46 lumbar support retrofit
    Fog lights, Euro fog light switch retrofit
    Headlights, Automatic headlight control upgrade
    Instrument cluster, aluminum gauge rings
    Keys, older style to newer style key upgrade
    Paddle-shift retrofit for Steptronic transmissions
    Park Distance Control (PDC) rear wiring (E39)
    Rain-sensing wiper retrofit
    SES voice recognition retrofit
    Ski-bag pass-throughretrofit

Electronics
    'half-on' ASC+T/DSC mode
    ADV-2000 analog to digital audio converter
    Airbag seatbelt tensioner harness repair
    Alarm triggered by faulty hood switches
    BMW ASC/DSC systems (PDF)
    BMW breakout boxes and connectors (PDF)
    BMW Bus System defined (PDF)
    BMW Drive Away Protection System (PDF)
    BMW Electrical Troubleshooting Manuals (ETM's)
    Cruise control disengaging (actuator replacement)
    E38/E39 schematics and pinout diagrams
    Electronics incl. lights, displays, MFL, cruise, audio, PDC (PDF)
    Homemade super range extender for UGDO
    How to program a rolling code garage door opener
    I-BUS and speed sensor trunk wiring connections
    Ignition switch removal and replacement
    Instrument cluster parts swap alternative to re-coding after pixel fix
    Key remote rebuilding
    Lamp module replacement
    MID pixel repair
    Multiple restraint system (PDF)
    OBD-II to RS232 interface
    Official word on older Homelink garage door openers
    PDC rear bumper retrofit ('92 750iL)
    Pixel display repairs at VDOrepair.com
    Radars, Lidatek and V1 stealth concealed installations
    Radars, StealthOne MID/OBC interface for Valentine1 radar detector
    Radars, Valentine One radar detector stealth installation in a BMW E39 5-series
    Rain sensor replacement
    Rain-sensing wiper retrofit
    Redundant data storage for mileage tamper dot
    Replacing motion sensor with new ultrasonic type
    SES voice recognition retrofit
    Siren (alarm chirp) replacement
    Soldering experts help with repairing electronics
    SRS Airbag (seatbelt tensioner) fix for driver's seat fault #5
    Tamper dot for mileage explained
    Tire pressure monitor retrofit
    Troubleshooting with the DIS (PDF)
    Trunk-release repeated fuse failures may be caused by stuck fuel filler solenoid
    UGDO wiring
    Understanding European wiring diagrams (PDF)
    Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO) Antenna Booster
    Z8 engine start button installation in E46
    Navigation
        BimmerBoard.com Navigation Forum
        BimmerNav.com   Martin Bishop's outstanding site for widescreen upgrades
        BMW onboard monitor and navigation systems (PDF)
        E39 widescreen navigation display upgrade
        Enabling TV display while car is in motion
        Gooseneck Mark II navigation installation instructions (PDF)
        Mark IV voice buzz issue solution
        MKIII nav system (PDF)
        Navigation O/S software versions and how to upgrade
        Restoring INFO and SELECT buttons
        SES / Voice Recognition Module command list
        Setting Absolute Nav Volume
        Splash screen customization in Mark III navigation
        Using the "New Route" feature
        Widescreen monitor opens unexpectedly
        Widescreen nav display (PDF)
    Phone
        Bluetooth phone unpairing
        Bluetooth retrofit into a 2001 X5
        BMW 3 Series (e46) Bluetooth Installation DIY
        BMW 7 Series (e38) Bluetooth Retrofit
        CPT7000-8000 upgrade information
        CPT7000/CPT8000 info
        Fix for broken factory-installed Motorola GSM phones
        Microphone, Upgraded for bluetooth
        Motorola Site for Dealers   (user=bmwna, pw=digital)
        Razr adapter retrofit project
        X5World Bluetooth links
    Audio/Video
        Aftermarket amplifier installation
        Aux input, How to modify your radio
        Cameras, David Frame's backup camera installation
        Cameras, rear view backup camera retrofit
        CD43 service mode (changing from Europe to USA)
        Details on the Flat pin Radios (PDF)
        DSP amplifier replacement with aftermarket unit
        DVD aftermarket video module installation
        DVD installed in casette space behind nav screen
        Factory Car Stereo Repair, Inc.   Repairs factory BMW stereos
        Headrest monitor installation
        iPod stereo input through the tape deck wiring
        Ipod/Icelink integration
        NY Times article comparing Sirius and XM
        OEM TV module installation in a '98 740iL
        Radio service mode

Accessories & Products
    Artbeads E6000 headliner glue
    BavAuto urethane headlight shields
    BMW CD Changer.com
    BMW Special Service Tools
    Colored BMW roundel emblems
    Cruzin Performance   fuel injector cleaning and replacements
    CV Vacuum Platers (for chromelining)
    Dynamat noise insulating products
    Escort radar detectors
    ExoticWoodDash.com
    GermanMasterTech.com fender front protective covers
    HandsOnTools.com
    I.D. IT! Plates
    K40 radar detectors
    Lidatek laser jammer
    ParagonPerformance stainless steel braided fuel/brake lines
    Peake R5/FCX engine diagnostic and reset tool
    PhotoBlocker photo radar reflection spray
    Programma electronic component repair and rebuilding
    Radiator.com lifetime radiator warranty
    Rain Tracker rain sensing wiper control
    RC Engineering   fuel injector cleaning and replacements
    Roadworksauto.com replacement molded carpet kits
    Samstag Sales BMW Tools
    StarShield clear urethane bras and headlight covers
    Stebro stainless steel exhaust systems
    Steve C's Rotary Lift garage installation   To have a car lift in your very own garage!
    Technitool.com BMW Tools
    ThermoTec heat insulating products
    TV Free (video while driving)
    TVFree-modules.com   TV in motion adapters
    Valentine 1 radar detectors
    Valentine 1 Stealth Rear View Mirror Display
    Worlduph.com replacement carpet and leather
    X-Pel urethane headlight shields
    Cup Holders
        Cup-Holders.com
        DrinkHolders.com
        Ultimate Cup Holders
    Leather Care & Repair
        Color-Plus leather restoration kits
        Color-Plus Leather Restoration System
        ColorPlus leather restoration
        Fitzgerald’s Restoration Products   Leather dye
        Kevin Chinn's Creative Options   Leather and cloth upholstery kits
        Leather Magic leather restoration
        Leatherique Leather Restoration Products
        LeatherSeats.com
        PBLeathers.com replacement seat leather
        SaabStuff Replacement Leather Seats
    Navigation
        E39 Mark I - Mark IV upgrade
        Nav-TV   Watch television on your nav
        Navigation hidden service menu

Performance Upgrades
    Dinan
    Eibach Springs
    H&R Springs
    OmniTec Motorsports
    Turner Motorsport
    VAC Motorsports

Owner's Manuals
    1997 BMW 5-series Radio and Information Systems Owner's Manual (PDF)
    2000 5-series
    2000 M5
    2001 5-series
    2001 M5
    2002 5-series
    2003 5-series
    2003 Bluetooth ULF Owner's Manual
    2003 M5
    2004 Navigation Owner's Manual (PDF)
    2005 BMW Bluetooth Users Manual
    BMW TV module owner's manual: basic operations (PDF)
    Homelink UGDO Owner's Manual (PDF)
    Mark IV Navigation Owner's Manual (PDF)

Wheels and Tires
    Bimmer Spinner
    BMW wheel emblems
    Dave's BMW wheel chart
    Forged vs. Cast Wheels Explained
    Repair tire punctures the right way
    The NASA guide to home wheel-scuff repair
    Ultimate Guide to Wheel Locks
    Vehicle vibration diagnosis chart (PDF)
    Wheels M-Parallel Rim Speckle Removal

Where to Buy Parts
    BMW Dealers
        Circle BMW   732-741-1184 (Chris)
        Crevier BMW   714-835-3171 (Joe)
        Hendrick BMW   800-476-8322
        Pacific BMW   800-909-PART
        The BMW Store
        United BMW   770-476-8800
    Non-dealers
         OEMBimmerParts.com
        AJ-USA
        All OEM BMW Parts   800-230-5754
        ASV Euro Car Parts (Australia)
        Autohaus Arizona
        Bavarian Autosports   800-535-2002
        Bekkers.com   800-624-5410 ext 17 (John)
        Bimmer Parts
        BMA Imports   888-262-3911
        Eagle Day (BMW relays)
        ecartoys.com
        Eurasian Automotive Parts   909-308-1744
        Importec Parts
        Jaggi Import (ZF transmission parts)
        Maximillian Importing Company   800-950-2002
        Performance Motorcars
        Performance Motorcars
        Racing King Unlimited
        Ultimate BMW Parts
    Salvage Companies & Recyclers
        A-1 Driveshaft   Repair, manufacture or refurbish your driveshaft.
        Alpharetta Auto Parts   800-494-7278
        Autobahn Used Parts   619-444-2290
        Automatic Transmission Service Group
        Bavarian Engine Exchange   800-269-6585
        BimmerDoc.com
        BimmersSouth.com   800-350-8986
        DC Automotive   800-579-2410
        Euro-Depot
        Ken Baker Originals
        Michaels Auto Parts
        Miller Remanufactured Catalytic Converters
        Neo BMW Breakers
        OCLES, Inc.   They let you try parts before buying.
        Potomac German Auto
        Scubas Gear Ebay Store
        Vines Auto   800-214-4839
        Willz Recycling   Chris Koch of 7-series Digest fame
    Wheels, Tires
        AAA Rims
        Bekkers.com   800-624-5410 ext 17 (John)
        Discount Tire Direct
        National Tire & Battery (NTB)
        RonalUSA
        The Wheel Exchange
        TireRack
        Wheel Collision Center   Wheel repair and used wheel sales
    Brakes, Batteries, Lights
        Autolamps-Online
        BatteriesPlus
        Brake Warehouse
        Controlled Thermal Processing, Inc.
        Distinguishing genuine Brembo rotors from fakes
        Efunda Cryogenic Treatment
        Frozen Rotors
        HIDS4Less
        Interstate Batteries
        PowerBulbs (Philips Silvervision)
        Trucknvans.com
    Restoration and Repair
        Eastwood Company   Paint, auto tools, car restoration supplies
        Fuel Injector Testing and Cleaning: Cruzin Performance
        Fuel Injector Testing and Cleaning: RC Engineering
        JustDashes.com   Vinyl interior restoration
        Madera Concepts   Woodwork restoration in classic and vintage autos
        William Rau Automotive Woodwork   Decorative wood for contemporary and historic autos

Shipping Companies
    Allstates Worldwide
    American Car Transport
    Car Transport USA
    CarOnATruck.com
    Ebay Dependable Auto Shippers
    Intercity Lines, Inc.
    MoveCars (Auto Transport Directory)
    National Car Shipping

Aftermarket Warranties
    1st Source Auto Warranty
    AAA Extended Warranties
    American Shield Warranties
    Auto Advantage, Inc.
    Certified Car Care
    EasyCare
    Extended Auto Warranty Corp.
    United American Warranty
    WarranTech
    Warranty By Net
    Warranty Station
    Warranty Wizard
    Web Direct Warranty

Photo Gallery
    Audio/Video
    Wheels
        BMW Wheel Image Catalog

Car Care
    CCS how-to articles on car care
    Clay Magic
    Trim, care/detailing of black plastic and trim
    Web-Cars Paint Touchup directions
    Zaino Bros' show car polish
    Zymol vs. Zaino discussion on Roadfly

Useful Links
    540i6.com
    540i6.com
    Alternative Fueling Station Locator (US Dept. of Energy)
    Automotive converters and calculators
    Bimmer Magazine
    BimmerDIY.com E39 Pages
    BMW Manufacturing Corp. and factory tours
    BMW North America
    BMW Parts & Accessories Vendor List
    BMW Performance Center in Spartanburg, SC
    BMW Plant Dingolfing
    BMW Zentrum museum
    BMWtips.com
    E39 brochures for download
    E39 Do It Yourself (DIY) Archives
    International Assoc. of Independent BMW Service Professionals
    John Burn's BMW Addicts Site
    Korman BMW Restoration Services
    Lodz, Poland BMW Club E39 page
    NavTech
       CD updates for the navigation systems
    OpenBMW.org
       Installation of nav, phone, mp3, etc.
    Performance BMW Magazine
    Torque value calculator (Nm / ft-lbs conversions)
    Total BMW Magazine
    Total BMW Magazine (UK)

Upcoming Events
General

User Groups
    BMW Car Club of America   (Join and get a 10-20% discount on parts!)
    BMW Car Club Chapters
        AL: Heart of Dixie Chapter BMW CCA
        AU: BMW Clubs Australia
        CA: Central California Chapter
        CA: Golden Gate Chapter
        CA: Los Angeles Chapter
        CA: Sacramento Valley Chapter
        CA: San Diego Chapter
        CO: Rocky Mountain Chapter
        DC: National Capital Chapter BMW CCA
        FL: Everglades Chapter
        FL: FirstCoast Chapter
        FL: Suncoast Chapter
        FL: Sunshine Bimmers
        GA: Peachtree Chapter
        IA: Iowa Chapter BMW CCA
        IN: Hoosier BMW Car Club
        KY: Bluegrass Bimmers
        MA: Boston Chapter
        MD: National Capital Chapter BMW CCA
        MI: Motorcity Chapter
        MN: North Star Chapter
        MO: St. Louis BMW Club
        NC: Tarheel Chapter
        NE: Missouri Valley Chapter
        NH: White Mountain Chapter
        NJ: New Jersey Chapter
        NM: New Mexico Chapter
        NY: New York Chapter
        NY: Patroon Chapter
        OH: Northern Ohio Chapter
        OR: Portland Oregon Chapter
        PA: Allegheny Chapter
        PA: Delaware Valley Chapter
        PA: Nittany Bimmers
        TN: Old Hickory BMW Club
        TX: Houston Chapter
        TX: Lone Star Chapter
        TX: Tejas Chapter
        UT: Wasatch Chapter
        VA: Blue Ridge Chapter
        VA: National Capital Chapter BMW CCA
        VA: Tidewater BMWCCA
        WA: Puget Sound Region BMW CCA
        WI: Badger Bimmers

Reviews and Articles
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