Repair and Diagnosis: Description and Operation

The vehicle is fitted with an in-line 6-cylinder 3246 ccm engine (S54B32) which is used worldwide. The 4-valve induction engine with high pressure VANOS outputs 333 bhp at 7900 rpm. The maximum engine speed is 8000 rpm. The engine develops its maximum torque of 355 Nm at 4900 rpm. The engine management system is the MS S54. The drive train is reinforced to satisfy the engine's increased horsepower and torque.

The running gear of the E36/7 production vehicle and that of the E36/7 M form the basis of the E36/7 M running gear. In addition to the running gear which was specifically adapted to the M, the vehicle also features: special wheels, Teves MK 20 dynamic drive control system, a variable locking M-differential and high performance brakes.

The design of the E36/7 M makes it capable for everyday driving, economic operation, and high performance while meeting environmental requirements.