LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> BMW >> 2003 >> M3 2D Convertible >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Performance >> System >> Engine Control - Overview - M3 >> Ms S54 >> Emissions Management >> Tools and Equipment
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Tools and Equipment

The DIS/MoDIC as well as a reputable hand held multimeter can be used when testing inputs/components.

It is best to make the checks at the ECM connection, this method includes testing the wiring harness.

Fig 1: Identifying Tools And Equipment
G03394768Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The correct Universal Adapter for the MS S54 application should be used (#90 88 6 121 300). This will ensure the pin connectors and the harness will not be damaged.

When installing the Universal Adapter to the ECM (located in the Electronics Box in the engine compartment), make sure the ignition is switched off.

Fig 2: Identifying ECM Harness
G03394769Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

When checking the fuel tank and ventilation system for leak-tightness use Special Tool Set #90 88 6 161 170.

1. Pressure Control Valve

2. 3. Quick Coupling Adapters

This set is used in conjunction with shop supplied compressed air and the DIS Multimeter function for reading the pressure bleed off.

Fig 3: Identifying Pressure Control Valve
G03394770Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

This Special Tool Set #90 88 6 161 160 will also be required to "cap off" the DM TL air filter and Evaporative Emission Valve hose when performing the Leakage Diagnosis Test.

If the test indicates excessive bleed off a leak detector should be used to check for leaks at:

Fig 4: Identifying Leak Detector
G03394772Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.