BMW M3(E36)- Manuals

Page 2 - - SPECIAL INSTALL NOTES; ) THE INSTALLATION OF THIS KIT REQUIRES RE; VF; ) PLEASE SEE ADDITIONAL PRE-INSTALL NOTES ON NEXT PAGE

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 2 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 IMPORTANT PRE-INSTALL NOTES: - SPECIAL INSTALL NOTES *** This installation guide serves as an outline of the steps needed to install your supercha...

Page 3 - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EXTEND THE OIL CHANGE INTERVAL REGARDLESS OF

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 3 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 ECU MODIFICATION REQUIRED **Please print out the ECU return form (see next page) and include in the package along with your ECU! This kit requires...

Page 4 - Signature

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 4 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 ECU RETURN FORM <ECU_return_form_2012.xls> ** THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE VEHICLE OWNER ** This form should always be used when sendi...

Page 5 - Preparation for the installation:; Engine oil and oil filter; NGK Part# BKR7E on M3 models) Suggested; Engine Coolant

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 5 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 Preparation for the installation: During the installation process you will be handling some of the following items you may wish to replace while y...

Page 6 - TOGETHER with the “ECU Return Form” found herein.

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 6 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery which is located in the trunk. 2. Locate and remove the Engine Contro...

Page 7 - Unscrew the fan coupler from the water pump pulley.

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 7 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 5. Remove complete intake system: throttle body coupler (A), Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor (B), airbox (C) and alternator duct (D). 6. Unscrew the fa...

Page 12 - This valve may be located on the d/side frame

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 12 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 20. Fit ¼” barbed check valve (A) in-line with EVAP (B) solenoid valve vacuum line. Ensure that the white side of the check valve is facing the d...

Page 13 - Fitment of this check valve is only required on

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 13 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 21 Edited out. 22 Edited out. 23 Fit ⅛” barbed check valve in line with the vacuum hose connecting from under the intake manifold to exhaust flap...

Page 15 - MAKE SURE YOU ARE SIMPLY

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 15 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 25 Cut the MAF plug off of the OEM wiring, leaving approximately 3” of original wiring left connected to the plug, and extend the MAF harness usi...

Page 16 - r a “breather” (brass fitting supplied in a

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 16 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 31 Hold complete supercharger and bracket assembly and carefully lower into position over the alternator pulley (A). While lowering the assembly,...

Page 17 - 3 Torque the bolts in the following sequence:

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 17 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 escape from the unit when it gets hot. The brass fitting next this, is a dipstick and when unscrewed you will find a “hatched” level stick attach...

Page 18 - connected to the valve with no

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 18 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 34 Slide the supercharger intake duct (A) onto the supercharger inlet and leave the clamp loose. Simultaneously guide the long end of the hose fr...

Page 24 - SYMPTOMS AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 24 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 PREVENTITIVE MEASURES Change spark plugs to 1 range cooler for extreme driving and hot climates. Supercharger oil must be replaced at 2500 miles ...

Page 28 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION FOR WARRANTY.; Complete and mail form to:

www.vf-engineering.com BMW E36 (‘96-’98 incl. ‘99 M3) US MODELS PAGE 28 of 28 P/N: VFM28/38/40-01 © 2006 VF Engineering All rights reserved Rev 1.10.25.06 PRODUCT REGISTRATION FOR WARRANTY. ***THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE RETURNED COMPLETED TO VALIDATE WARRANTY. Please retain a copy for your records. ( ) 1...