Service and repair manuals for 30 model years of the BMW M3, 1988 to 2024. 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: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC · 3.0L I6 — 182 cu in, DOHC · 3.2L I6 — 192 cu in, DOHC · 3.2L I6 — 198 cu in, DOHC · 4.0L V8 — 244 cu in, DOHC · 3.0L I6 — 182 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 54 recalls, 548 owner complaints and 495 technical service bulletins are logged for the M3. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your M3 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40.99 | — | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Competition xDrive Sedan 4-Door · Competition Sedan 4-Door · CS Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2023 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Competition xDrive Sedan 4-Door · Competition Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2022 | $40.99 | — | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Competition xDrive Sedan 4-Door · Competition Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2021 | $40.99 | 3 | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Competition Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2018 | $40.99 | — | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2017 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2016 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2015 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.0L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2013 | $40.99 | 2 | 4.0L V8 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2012 | $40.99 | 3 | 4.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2011 | $40.99 | 3 | 4.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2010 | $40.99 | 3 | 4.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2009 | $40.99 | 4 | 4.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2008 | $40.99 | 4 | 4.0L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2006 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.2L I6 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2005 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.2L I6 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2004 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.2L I6 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2003 | $40.99 | 3 | 3.2L I6 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $40.99 | 3 | 3.2L I6 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $40.99 | 3 | 3.2L I6 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1999 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.2L I6 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1998 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.2L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1997 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.2L I6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1996 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.2L I6 | Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1995 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6 | Lightweight Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1994 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6 | Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1991 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.3L I4 | Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1990 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.3L I4 | Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1989 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.3L I4 | Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1988 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.3L I4 | Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2024 M3 manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 53
- Engine Performance 436
- Accessories & Equipment 3,310
- General Information 2,372
- Body & Frame 1,818
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 264
- Brakes 201
- Maintenance 114
- Collision 1,347
- Restraints 277
- Drivelines & Axles 526
- Steering 331
- Electrical 1,037
- Suspension 464
- Engine Mechanical 1,018
- Transmission 333
04 / Other yearsOther M3 years
2024 BMW M3 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Competition xDrive Sedan 4-Door · Competition Sedan 4-Door · CS Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2024 M3. 0 complaints · 15 TSBs.
2022 BMW M3 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Competition xDrive Sedan 4-Door · Competition Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2022 M3. 1 complaints · 47 TSBs.
2018 BMW M3 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L I6 — 182 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2018 M3. 10 complaints · 39 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore M3 manual | $40.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the M3 manual
Which M3 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1988 to 2024 — 30 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 M3 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams BMW published for the M3, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include M3 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every M3 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover M3 recalls?
54 recalls are on federal record across the 1988–2024 M3, 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 M3 years cost more?
Every M3 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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