BMW 325iX Service & Repair Manual 1988–1991

Service and repair manuals for 4 model years of the BMW 325iX, 1988 to 1991. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones BMW published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 2.5L I6 — 152 cu in, SOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 1 owner complaints and 1 technical service bulletins are logged for the 325iX. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your 325iX year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1991 $40.99 2.5L I6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
1990 $40.99 2.5L I6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
1989 $40.99 2.5L I6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
1988 $40.99 2.5L I6 Base Coupe 2-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1991 325iX manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 71
  • General Information 1,524
  • Accessories & Equipment 69
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 141
  • Body & Frame 30
  • Maintenance 87
  • Brakes 115
  • Restraints 90
  • Drivelines & Axles 138
  • Steering 92
  • Electrical 117
  • Suspension 220
  • Engine Mechanical 154
  • Transmission 277
  • Engine Performance 719
  • Steering Wheel Nut 59

04 / Other yearsOther 325iX years

1991 BMW 325iX · $40.99 select →

Engines: 2.5L I6 — 152 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1991 325iX. 1 complaints · 1 TSBs.

1990 BMW 325iX · $40.99 select →

Engines: 2.5L I6 — 152 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1990 325iX.

1989 BMW 325iX · $40.99 select →

Engines: 2.5L I6 — 152 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1989 325iX.

1988 BMW 325iX · $40.99 select →

Engines: 2.5L I6 — 152 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1988 325iX.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore 325iX manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the 325iX manual

Which 325iX years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1988 to 1991 — 4 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM BMW 325iX manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams BMW published for the 325iX, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include 325iX wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every 325iX manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Why do some 325iX years cost more?

Every 325iX year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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