The BMW E39 toolkit:

The OEM BMW E39 toolkit is comprehensive and contains most tools required to do general maintenance on your vehicle. Spark plug changes, wheel mounting and dismount, simple fastener removal and emergency sunroof crank are just a few of the operations the OEM BMW toolkit can assist the owner in. The toolkit represents a time when BMW expected the owners to take part in the simple maintenance of their vehicle rather than relying on the dealership to perform everything. This type of owner/vehicle interaction is something which is severely lacking in the DNA of current models. An indication of a true shift from the old mechanical models of the past to more high tech electrical models of the present.

Having a complete OEM BMW E39 toolkit is a badge of honor to BMW enthusiasts. It shows attention to detail and also gives peace of mind knowing you have a set of tools to be used in emergency situations. Most older model BMW toolkit contents are lost at this point in their life however, it is refreshing to know that most of these tools can still be purchased new and for a cheap price.

Below is a list of the complete BMW E39 toolkit contents and their associated OEM BMW part numbers. Not all tools are found in every model as some markets had extended toolkits with more tools / equipment than others.

What are the contents of the factory BMW E39 toolkit?

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No.	Tool	Part Number	Notes
(1)	Warning Triangle	71606770096 (without holder)
(1)	Warning Triangle	71606770487 (with holder)
(2)	Wheel lock adapter	Unique part number to lug pattern	Not in every kit
(3)	Lug wrench	71121179953
(4)	Socket wrench	71111181418
(5)	12mm x 13mm wrench	71111126148
(6)	Emergency sunroof crank	54127199322
(7)	8mm x 10mm wrench	71111112893
(8)	Screw Driver	71111179629
(9)	Wheel alignment pin	71111093774	Click HERE to learn more
(10)	Pliers	71111179522
(11)	Spark plug puller	71111181460
(12)	Tow Hook	72157203519

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The BMW E30 toolkit:

The OEM BMW E30 toolkit is comprehensive and contains most tools required to do general maintenance on your vehicle. Spark plug changes, wheel mounting and dismount, simple fastener removal and emergency sunroof crank are just a few of the operations the OEM BMW toolkit can assist the owner in. The toolkit represents a time when BMW expected the owners to take part in the simple maintenance of their vehicle rather than relying on the dealership to perform everything. This type of owner/vehicle interaction is something which is severely lacking in the DNA of current models. An indication of a true shift from the old mechanical models of the past to more high tech electrical models of the present.

Having a complete OEM BMW E30 toolkit is a badge of honor to BMW enthusiasts. It shows attention to detail and also gives peace of mind knowing you have a set of tools to be used in emergency situations. Most older model BMW toolkit contents are lost at this point in their life however, it is refreshing to know that most of these tools can still be purchased new and for a cheap price.

Below is a list of the complete BMW E30 toolkit contents and their associated OEM BMW part numbers. Not all tools are found in every model as some markets had extended toolkits with more tools than others.

What are the contents of the factory BMW E30 toolkit?

No.	Tool	Part Number	Notes
(1)	17mm x 19mm wrench	71111129076	No longer available new
(2)	12mm x 13mm wrench	71111126148
(3)	Pliers	71111179522
(4)	Screw driver	71111179629
(5)	Spark plug wrench	71111180680
(6)	Wheel alignment pin	71111093774	Click HERE to learn more
(7)	Emergency window crank adapter	71111128913	Click HERE to learn more
(8)	8mm x 10mm wrench	71111112893
(9)	Emergency window / sunroof crank	54127199322

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BMW wheel alignment pin / centering tool:

The BMW tool kit is quite handy for routine maintenance. Throughout different posts on this website, we have showcased its many "hidden" uses of the tools provided by BMW. This particular post will focus on the wheel alignment pin.

By now, any BMW owner who has removed their wheels will tell you that the wheels are held on in place by bolts. This differs from most American cars which have studs protruding from the wheel hub providing the wheel fastening through nuts. 

Because BMW uses bolts, it can be difficult to align the lug pattern from the wheel to the hub. The procedure may not be hard on a 14" wheel from an E30 but larger 19" wheels on late models are heavy and cumbersome. The front wheels are most difficult to align when you try to spin the wheel to align the pattern but the entire hub just spins with it.

Luckily the OEM BMW tool kit has a unique tool to aid you in the wheel installation process. There is a metal pin in the toolkit that has many functions but its use in this particular example has the purpose of aligning the wheel to the hub.

How to use the BMW wheel centering pin?

Place the plastic end of the tool alignment pin into any of the bolt locations on the wheel hub. Next, take the loose wheel and simply align one of the lug holes from the wheel to the alignment pin. This pin will then guide the wheel onto the hub allowing for the rest of the lug pattern to fall in place.

You can now remove the alignment pin and proceed to install the bolts. Remember to hand start each bolt before using a power tool. This will prevent the potential to cross thread the bolts. Tighten the bolts in a cross or star pattern and please remember to torque to factory specifications. Refer to your maintenance or Bentley manual for these torque specs.

Torquing your wheels to proper BMW spec is very important, learn more about its importance on our torque post HERE.

How much is a replacement pin?

Replacement wheel alignment pins can be purchased new for around $17.

What is the OEM BMW part number?

71111093774

Where can I purchase a BMW wheel alignment pin?

Any BMW dealership or online parts store, just google the part number above.