Do-It-Yourself Procedures
8 Series
I've written the following procedures for fellow BMW 8-Series enthusiasts. While they document my experiences, they are to be used at your own risk.
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| Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit *Updated* | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Steering Wheel Retrofit & Upgrade (for 3-Series, but applicable) |
91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Bluetooth Integration | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Heater Control Valve Troubleshooting | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Seat & Trim Removal | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Alarm Siren Replacement | 96-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Armrest & Double Cup Holder | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Center Cup & Coin Holder | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Steptronic Shift Pattern Reversal | 96-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Headliner Replacement Notes | 91-97 8 series | VIEW | |
| Sunroof Rebuild | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Sunroof Simplification | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Homelink Mirror/Module Retrofit | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW | |
| Factory-Look Audio Upgrades (for 3-Series, but applicable) |
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| Real World 8-Series Buying Guide | 91-97 8-Series | VIEW |
Documents & Downloads
The following helpful 8-Series documents are in PDF format only. To view, simply click the appropriate link (opens in new window). To save on your computer, right click on link and select "Save Link As.."
| 8-Series Repair Manual (11/94, last official version, 136MB) |
91-97 8-Series | LINK |
| 8-Series Electrical Troubleshooting Manual (wiring diagrams and component locations, 20MB) |
95-97 8-Series | LINK |
| 8-Series IHKA (Climate Control) Manual (from official literature, 1.5MB) |
91-97 8-Series | LINK |
| Radio: CD43 Manual (scanned copy, 0.7MB) |
91-97 8-Series | LINK |
| Thule Roof Rack for 8-Series (DIY modification, 1.1MB) |
91-97 8-Series | LINK |