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5 postsBMW N52 engine explained: the naturally aspirated straight-six
The BMW N52 is one of the last naturally aspirated BMW straight-sixes. How it is built, the models that use it, its strengths, common issues such as oil leaks and VANOS, and maintenance tips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW S50 and S52 engines explained: the six-cylinders of the E36 M3
The E36 M3 used different six-cylinder engines in Europe and North America. The BMW S50 and S52 explained: 3.0 and 3.2 litres, VANOS, known issues and maintenance tips.
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BMW rough idle: common causes and how to diagnose them
A BMW rough idle can have many causes. Ignition coils, vacuum leaks, injectors, VANOS, crankcase ventilation, carbon build-up and engine mounts explained, with how the real fault is found.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 M5 E39 · 6 min readBMW M5 E39 buying guide: what to check before you buy
The E39 M5 is one of the most loved BMWs ever: a 400 hp V8 with a manual gearbox in an elegant saloon. What to check, the common problems and how to find a good one.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 6 min readBMW VANOS explained: how variable valve timing works
VANOS is BMW's system for changing the camshaft timing while the engine runs. How it works, the difference between single and double VANOS, why M engines are special and which faults to watch for.
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