good E46 mechanic's manual?

[dpnguyen]

I'm looking for a good mechanic's manual so I know everything about my '03 325i. For example, I'd like to do my own oil changes (among other things) in-between the free maintenance, but not sure where the oil drain is located. Can anyone recommend a good book, tell how much it costs, and where I can buy one at.

thanks!

 

[RoyE46]

The Bentley manual for E46 up to '01 would cover stuff like that, I'd think. Cost about $100 from Amazon.

 

[vlad]

Check ebay, I think I paid like $68 for mine. It is THE best manual you can buy currently.

 

[Akakubi]

Check ebay, I think I paid like $68 for mine. It is THE best manual you can buy currently.

Second that!

 

[dpnguyen]

Thanks for info fellas.

OK, Amazon has a new one for $84 (maybe it's just me but I don't trust e-bay--I know everyone's doing it!). I'm putting mine on order but I have to ask, "Are there going to be issues using a '99-'01 manual for an '03 vehicle?"

 

[Akakubi]

There may be some minor differences. Each year BMW modified the car here and there a bit, adding or substracting some parts. But overall it shouldn't be a problem. Most of the E46 cars are practically identical.