New Special Tools (04 09 97)

Publication date: 1997-06-01
Reference number: 04 09 97

NEW SPECIAL TOOLS

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 04 09 97, Date of Issue: June, 1997

BMW:	All Models
GROUP:	04 - Tools and Equipment

SUBJECT

New Special Tools

SITUATION

Distribution of the following tools will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program. Additional tools may be purchased through your PDC.

Grill Removal Tool P/N 90 88 6 009 300

Fig 1: Grill Removal Tool

Used to release the dash board air vent grills on all E38 & E39 models. The use of these removal tools will protect the dash board from damage. Refer to Repair Manual Sections: 64 22 135, 64 22 136, 64 22 161.

Fig 2: Releasing Dash Board Air Vent Grill

Fuel Pressure Adapter Hose P/N 90 88 6 135 270

Fig 3: Fuel Pressure Adapter Hose

Used in conjunction with the DIS 25 Bar Pressure sensor test cable to test the fuel inlet pressure on M62 engines. With the release of this adapter it is no longer necessary to cut the fuel hose in order to test fuel pressure.

Fig 4: Fuel Pressure Adapter Hose Connection

NOTE: The final pressure reading from the DIS is Absolute pressure! Subtract 1 bar to obtain the relative pressure. The DIS pressure test is located in the "Multimeter" section under "Pressure Bar".

Engine Hoisting Frame P/N 90 88 6 110 070

Fig 5: Engine Hoisting Frame

Used to Remove and Install M42 and M44 engines. The new frame has been downsized to avoid damage to engine compartment components. Refer to Repair Manual Section 11 00 050.

Fig 6: Hoisting Engine With Frame

Distribution of the following tools will not be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program. Tools may be purchased through your PDC.

Fuel Line Plugs P/N 90 88 6 135 280

Fig 7: Fuel Line Plugs

Used to seal off the quick disconnect fuel lines (M62) during engine removal and replacement. Use of these tools protects the fuel lines from damage.

Fig 8: Installing Fuel Line Plugs

Vehicle Assembly Wedge Kit P/N 90 88 6 009 310

Fig 9: Vehicle Assembly Wedge Kit

Used to aid in the removal and assembly of vehicle body parts without damaging the surrounding areas.

Fig 10: Removing Body Part With Adhesive Wedge

The kit consists of:

009 311 Strip lifter
009 312 Impact wedge square
009 313 Impact wedge large
009 314 Adjustment wedge (2)
009 315 Gap measurement wedge
009 316 Sealing lip wedge
009 317 Trim wedge
009 318 Universal wedge
009 319 Impact wedge small
009 321 Folding arm
009 322 Adhesive wedge
009 323 Scraping wedge

Fig 11: Vehicle Assembly Wedge Kit Contents

Torque Converter Clamping Tool P/N 90 88 6 244 130

244 131 Main fixture
244 132 - A5S 440Z
244 133 - A4S 310R
244 134 - A5S 310Z
244 135 - A5S 560Z

Fig 12: Torque Converter Clamping Tool

Used to clamp the Torque Converter in place during Removal & Replacement. Refer to Repair Manual Sections: 24 00 025, 24 00 026, 24 00 027 The following drawings illustrate the clamping location for labeled transmissions. Fig 13 is for the A5S 440Z (5HP24) transmission.

Fig 13: Torque Converter Clamping Tool Installation - A5S 440Z (5HP24)

Fig 14: Torque Converter Clamping Tool Installation - A4S 310R (THM R1)

Fig 15: Torque Converter Clamping Tool Installation - A5S 310Z (5HP18) & A5S 560Z (5HP30)

Fig 16: Torque Converter Clamping Tool Installation - A5S 560Z