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Model Identification

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

(1) Model (2) Engine (3) Fuel System (4) Ignition System
Z3 1.9L 4-Cyl. Bosch HFM-Motronic (SFI) DIS
318i 1.9L 4-Cyl. Bosch ML-Motronic (SFI) DIS
318is 1.9L 4-Cyl. Bosch ML-Motronic (SFI) DIS
318ti 1.9L 4-Cyl. Bosch ML-Motronic (SFI) DIS
328i 2.8L 6-Cyl. Siemens (SFI) DIS
328is 2.8L 6-Cyl. Siemens (SFI) DIS
740i 4.4L V8 Bosch HFM-Motronic (SFI) DIS
740iL (5) 4.4L V8 Bosch HFM-Motronic (SFI) DIS
840Ci 4.4L V8 Bosch HFM-Motronic (SFI) DIS
(1) Model code designated by 4th through 7th VIN positions identifies body type and engine identification. See VIN DEFINITION 
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(2) Engine is identified as part of 4-digit model code
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(3) Airflow meter assembly type system.

(4) With Digital Motor Electronics (DME) engine management system.

(5) "L" indicates long wheelbase.
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