BMW 745Li Service & Repair Manual 2002–2005

Service and repair manuals for 4 model years of the BMW 745Li, 2002 to 2005. 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: 4.4L V8 — 268 cu in, DOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 4 recalls, 225 owner complaints and 38 technical service bulletins are logged for the 745Li. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your 745Li year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2005 $40.991 4.4L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door details →
2004 $40.99— 4.4L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2003 $40.992 4.4L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door details →
2002 $40.991 4.4L V8 Base Sedan 4-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2005 745Li manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 639
  • General Information 1,567
  • Accessories & Equipment 6,222
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 383
  • Body & Frame 2,855
  • Maintenance 32
  • Brakes 67
  • Restraints 491
  • Drivelines & Axles 409
  • Steering 202
  • Electrical 4,367
  • Suspension 539
  • Engine Mechanical 863
  • Transmission 659
  • Engine Performance 1,815
  • Rear 310
  • Oil pressure should be more than 14

04 / Other yearsOther 745Li years

2004 BMW 745Li · $40.99 select →

Engines: 4.4L V8 — 268 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2004 745Li. 50 complaints · 9 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore 745Li 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 745Li manual

Which 745Li years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2002 to 2005 — 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 745Li manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams BMW published for the 745Li, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include 745Li wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every 745Li manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover 745Li recalls?

4 recalls are on federal record across the 2002–2005 745Li, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by BMW dealers.

Why do some 745Li years cost more?

Every 745Li 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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