Engine - Repair - e92/93 BMW M3 E90

00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin

Danger of poisoning!

Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are

1. Headaches
2. Dizziness
3. Stomach aches
4. Vomiting
5. Diarrhoea
6. Cramps/fits
7. Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct

1. Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
2. Do not pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

1. Do not induce vomiting. If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately. If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.

00 Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin

Danger of injury!

Contact with eyes or skin may result in injury!

Possible symptoms are

1. Impaired sight
2. Irritation of the eyes
3. Reddening of the skin
4. Rough and cracked skin

Protective measures/rules of conduct

1. Wear protective goggles
2. Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

1. Eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; if available, use an eye-rinsing bottle. If irritation of the eyes persists, consult a doctor.
2. Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor. NOTE: Do not use solvents/thinners.

00 Safety instructions for handling oil

Recycling

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Measures if oil is unintentionally released

1. Personal precautionary measures: Danger of slipping! Keep non-involved persons away from the work area. Wear personal protective clothing/equipment.
2. Environmental protection measures: Prevent oil from draining into drain channels, sewerage systems, pits, cellars, water and the ground.
3. Limiting spread: Use oil blocks to prevent the surface spread of oil.
4. Cleaning procedure: Bind and dispose of escaped oil with nonflammable absorbents. NOTE: Do not flush oil away with water or aqueous cleaning agents.

11 00 ... Overview of consumables (Electronic Parts Catalogue - EPC)

1.0 Sealing compound for injection.

SEALING COMPOUND FOR INJECTION REFERENCE

2.0 Sealing compound for application.

SEALING COMPOUND FOR APPLICATION REFERENCE

11 00 ... Service - engine oil (S65)

Carry out all tasks only when wearing oil-resistant, heat-resistant protective gloves incl. underarm protection, face guard and protective apron.

Recycling

Catch and dispose of drained engine oil in a suitable container.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Note. The remaining engine oil can flow off into the oil sump only when the oil filter cap is opened. Release oil filter cover (1). Tightening torque 11 42 1AZ . See 11 42 OIL FILTER AND PIPES .

Scheme 40

Installation

Replace oil filter element and sealing rings.

Scheme 41

Tilt long extension (1) with socket and screw plug in direction of arrow.

Recycling

Catch and dispose of engine oil with suitable equipment.

Scheme 42

Remove oil drain plug (1).

Drain-off time of 10 minutes must be observed without fail.

Remove oil drain plug (2).

Drain-off time of 2 minutes must be observed without fail.

Tightening torque 11 13 1AZ . See OIL SUMP .

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Assemble engine.

Pour in engine oil. See 11 40 OIL SUPPLY E90/E92/E93/S65 B40 .

Scheme 43

Checking engine oil level

1. Park vehicle on a horizontal surface
2. Start engine and run at idle until an engine oil temperature > or = 70°C is reached
3. Pressing the BC button for more 3 seconds results in the oil level been determined again.
4. Only changes > +/- 0.5 litre are detected.
5. If necessary, perform odometer reset.
6. Top up engine oil if necessary
7. Pre-delivery inspection / engine replacement

Carry out distance travelled reset only with the BMW diagnosis system.

Observe vehicle-specific maintenance scopes.

11 00 039 Checking compression of all cylinders (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 0 224
2. 11 0 235

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove microfilter housing. See «MICROFILTER»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#heating-and-air-conditioning-repair-e9293) .
2. Remove all spark plugs. See «12 12 011 REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-12-011-replacing-all-spark) .
3. Connect diagnosis tester. Service function. Drive. Engine electronics Switch off fuel injection. IMPORTANT: Fuel injectors are switched off. Actuate starter motor for 8 seconds.

Screw special tool 11 0 235 into spark plug hole.

Check that sealing ring is in perfect condition on special tool 11 0 235.

Connection (1) for diagnosis tester or special tool 11 0 224.

Note. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 44

Connect special tool 11 0 224 or 25 bar pressure adapter to diagnosis tester.

Compression pressure.

Scheme 45

Now clear the fault memory.

11 00 050 Removing and installing engine (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 0 000
2. 13 5 280
3. 17 2 050

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See FUEL SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See COOLING SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Engine hood/bonnet in assembly position.
2. Drain engine oil.
3. Remove suction filter housing. See «13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/fuel-system/#fuel-system-repair-e9293__13-71-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
4. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) .
5. Remove underbody protection at front and rear. See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) and «51 47 491 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-491-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
6. Remove transmission ( Important observe repair instructions). See «23 00 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRANSMISSION (GS6-53BZ) (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-e9293__23-00-018-removing-and-installing) .
7. Remove electric fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
8. Remove radiator with coolant hoses. See «17 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RADIATOR (N51, S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-000-removing-and-installing) .
9. Drain coolant.
10. Remove expansion tank with coolant hose. See «17 11 100 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT EXPANSION TANK (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-100-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
11. Draw off A/C system.
12. Remove all lines from A/C compressor. See «64 53 660 REPLACING LINE FROM CONDENSER TO EVAPORATOR (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#heating-and-air-conditioning-repair-e9293__64-53-660-replacing-line-from) , «64 53 670 REPLACING LINE FROM COMPRESSOR TO EVAPORATOR (S85)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#heating-and-air-conditioning-repair-e9293__64-53-670-replacing-line-from) and «64 53 642 REPLACING LINE FROM COMPRESSOR TO CONDENSER (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#heating-and-air-conditioning-repair-e9293__64-53-642-replacing-line-from) .
13. Remove «secondary-air pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-72-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
14. Detach B+ lead in engine compartment.
15. Detach vacuum hose from brake booster. See «34 33 071 REPLACING VACUUM HOSE FOR BRAKE BOOSTER (ON BRAKE BOOSTER)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#brakes-repair-e92e93__34-33-071-replacing-vacuum-hose) .
16. Release suspension cross-brace in engine compartment. See «51 71 345 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT (OR RIGHT) SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-71-345-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
17. Release grounding strap on engine support arm.

Release stabilizer (1) on front axle carrier at front.

Allow stabilizer (1) to hang loose.

Scheme 46

Remove complete steering spindle. See 32 31 070 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE .

Remove heat shield.

Release screws (1).

Scheme 47

Detach steering spindle extension (2).

Tightening torque: 32 31 1AZ . See 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .

Release nuts (1 and 4).

Detach oil lines (2 and 3).

Recycling

Have a cloth ready to catch a residual amount of engine oil.

Scheme 48

Secure oil lines (1) with a cable tie (2) to front panel.

Scheme 49

Unclip heater hose (1) and set down with heating valve on engine.

Disconnect both hoses (2) from secondary-air valves.

Scheme 50

Disconnect fuel line (1) and lock with special tool 13 5 280.

Disconnect flushing line (2).

Scheme 51

Unfasten engine wiring harness (1) on engine completely.

Secure engine wiring harness (1) with a cable tie (2) to engine hood/bonnet damper.

Scheme 52

Release both clamps (1) with special tool 17 2 050.

Remove coolant hose (2).

Scheme 53

Note. Do not release any hydraulic lines on the power steering pump.

Release power steering pump (1) on engine block.

Set down power steering pump (1) on front axle carrier.

Scheme 54

Unscrew left and right engine mounts. See ENGINE AND GEARBOX SUSPENSION - REPAIR .

Secure special tool 11 0 000 to suspension eyes (1).

Remove engine with 2 persons.

Scheme 55

Assemble engine.

Top up coolant and vent cooling system. See 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR WATER LEAKS (S65) .

Pour in engine oil.

Install replacement engine .

Correct CBS data status.

11 00 091 Installing replacement engine (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove and install engine.
2. Flush cooling system.

Installation

If necessary, replace following components.

1. Clutch
2. Drive belt.
3. All outer seals. Replace all anti-fatigue bolts on flywheel and vibration damper.
4. Change coolant.
5. Fill engine with engine oil.

11 00 670 Securing engine in installation position (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 0 200
2. 00 0 202
3. 00 0 204
4. 00 0 208
5. 11 0 020

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Secure engine bonnet/hood in service position . See «51 00 ... SERVICE POSITION OF ENGINE HOOD/BONNET»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-00-service-position-of) .
2. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing)

Assemble cross member 00 0 200 with special tools 00 0 202 , 00 0 204 , 00 0 208 .

Scheme 56

Secure special tool 11 0 020 to spindle 00 0 202 .

Attach suitable chains to special tool 11 0 020 and suspend from both engine suspension eyelets.

Scheme 57

Unscrew nuts (1).

Raise engine approx. 10 mm with cross member.

Installation

Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque 22 11 2AZ . See 22 11 ENGINE SUSPENSION .

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Engine identification

Drive in engine numbers at marked surface with impact tool.

M47 / M47TU / M47T2

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M57 / M57TU / M57T2

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M67 / M67TU

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N47 / N47S

Scheme 62

M52 / M52TU

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M54

Scheme 64

M56

Scheme 65

N40 / N45 / N45T / N43

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N42 / N46 / N46T

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N51 / N52 / N52K / N53 / N54

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N62

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N73

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S54

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S85 / S65

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W10 / W11

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W17

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Assemble engine.

Mounting engine on assembly stand (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 2 300
2. 11 5 260

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove engine.
2. Remove rear water pipe.

Secure special tool 11 5 260 to crankcase with bolts (2).

Tighten bolts (2) evenly.

Note. Bolts (1) are not required on the S65.

Scheme 75

Secure engine with special tool 11 5 260 to special tool 00 2 300 .

Note. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 76

11 12 005 Removing and installing/sealing left cylinder head cover (S65)

No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.

A magnesium material requires aluminum screws/bolts exclusively.

Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released.

The end faces of aluminum screws/bolts are painted blue for the purposes of reliable identification.

Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).

Scratching of the cylinder head cover is not permitted (risk of corrosion).

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove rod-type ignition coils. See «12 13 512 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ALL IGNITION COILS (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-13-512-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Disconnect plug connection at camshaft sensors.

Release bolts along line (1).

Scheme 77

Installation

Replace seal (1).

Align gasket (1) on cylinder head cover groove.

Press in gasket (1) so that it is free from tension.

Release park plug tube (2).

Scheme 78

Installation

Check rubber on spark plug tube (2) for damage; replace spark plug tube (2) if necessary.

Apply a light coating of engine oil to spark plug tube (2) prior to installation.

Installation

Clean seal residue from sealing surfaces.

Coat contact surfaces of joint (1) with Drei Bond 1209.

Note. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 79

Installation

Check decoupling element (1) for damage and replace if necessary.

Scheme 80

Fit cylinder head cover.

Align spark plug tubes.

Tighten down all retaining elements diagonally from inside to outside.

Tightening torque: 11 12 8AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Assemble engine.

11 12 006 Removing and installing/sealing right cylinder head cover (S65)

No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.

A magnesium material requires aluminum screws/bolts exclusively.

Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released.

The end faces of aluminum screws/bolts are painted blue for the purposes of reliable identification.

Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).

Scratching of the cylinder head cover is not permitted (risk of corrosion).

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove rod-type ignition coils. See «12 13 512 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ALL IGNITION COILS (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-13-512-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Disconnect plug connection at camshaft sensors.

Release bolts along line (1).

Scheme 81

Installation

Replace seal (1).

Align gasket (1) on cylinder head cover groove.

Press in gasket (1) so that it is free from tension.

Release park plug tube (1).

Installation

Check rubber on spark plug tube (2) for damage; replace spark plug tube (2) if necessary.

Apply a light coating of engine oil to spark plug tube (2) prior to installation.

Installation

Clean seal residue from sealing surfaces.

Coat contact surfaces of joint (1) with Drei Bond 1209.

Note. Picture shows S85.

Installation

Check decoupling element (1) for damage and replace if necessary.

Fit cylinder head cover.

Align spark plug tubes.

Tighten down all retaining elements diagonally from inside to outside.

Tightening torque: 11 12 8AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Assemble engine.

11 12 105 Removing and installing left cylinder head (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 2 250

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove exhaust system. See «18 00 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exhaust/#exhaust-system-repair-e9293__18-00-018-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove left exhaust manifold. See «18 40 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exhaust/#exhaust-system-repair-e9293__18-40-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Remove left «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-005-removing-and-installingsealing)
4. Remove «left inlet camshaft»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-032-removing-and-installing) .
5. Remove left «exhaust camshaft»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-036-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
6. Partially unfasten engine wiring harness and lay to one side. See «12 51 001 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS SECTION FOR ENGINE (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-51-001-replacing-wiring-harness) .
7. Remove throttle valves from cylinders 5 to 8. See «13 54 045 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/SEALING A THROTTLE VALVE ASSEMBLY (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/fuel-system/#fuel-system-repair-e9293__13-54-045-removing-and-installingsealing) .
8. Remove «thermostat housing»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-53-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
9. Remove rear water pipe from cylinder head.

Release screws (1).

Remove water fitting (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

Scheme 82

Release screws (1).

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Remove screw (1) with a magnet from gearcase.

Scheme 84

Release cylinder head bolt (1) with special tool 11 2 250 .

Scheme 85

Release cylinder head bolts from outside to inside in sequence (10 to 1).

Scheme 86

Note. Replace cylinder head gasket. Check cylinder head for water leaks.

Installation

Fit new cylinder head screws.

Tighten down cylinder head bolts from inside to outside in sequence (1 to 10).

Tightening torque: 11 12 1AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Insert bolts (1).

Assemble engine.

11 12 106 Removing and installing right cylinder head (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 2 250
2. 11 5 290

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove exhaust system. See «18 00 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exhaust/#exhaust-system-repair-e9293__18-00-018-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove right exhaust manifold. See «18 40 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exhaust/#exhaust-system-repair-e9293__18-40-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Remove right «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing) .
4. Remove right «inlet camshaft»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-034-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
5. Remove right «exhaust camshaft»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-038-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
6. Partially unfasten engine wiring harness and lay to one side. See «12 51 001 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS SECTION FOR ENGINE (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-51-001-replacing-wiring-harness) .
7. Remove throttle valves from cylinders 1 to 4. See «13 54 045 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/SEALING A THROTTLE VALVE ASSEMBLY (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/fuel-system/#fuel-system-repair-e9293__13-54-045-removing-and-installingsealing) .
8. Remove «thermostat housing»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-53-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
9. Remove rear water pipe from cylinder head.

Release screws (1).

Remove coolant fitting (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

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Release screw (1).

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Remove bearing pin (1) with special tool 11 5 290 .

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Release screws (1).

Remove screw (1) with a magnet (2) from gearcase.

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Release cylinder head bolt (1) with special tool 11 2 250 .

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Release cylinder head bolts from outside to inside in sequence (10 to 1).

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Note. Replace cylinder head gasket. Check cylinder head for water leaks.

Installation

Fit new cylinder head screws.

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Tighten down cylinder head bolts from inside to outside in sequence (1 to 10).

Tightening torque: 11 12 1AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Insert bolts (1).

Assemble engine.

11 12 112 Replacing both cylinder head gaskets (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 4 470

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left cylinder head.
2. Remove right cylinder head.
3. Check cylinder head for leaks.

Installation

Make sure oil bore (1) is clean.

Note. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 95

Check dowel sleeves (1) for damage and correct installation position.

Clean sealing faces with special tool 11 4 470.

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

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Check dowel sleeves (1) for damage and correct installation position.

Clean sealing faces with special tool 11 4 470.

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

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Remove spacer sleeves (1) in direction of arrow.

Note. Picture show cylinder bank 2. Procedure for cylinder bank 1 is identical.

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Remove non-return valves (1) in direction of arrow.

Scheme 99

Installation

Replace spacer sleeves (1) and non-return valves (2).

Note installation direction of non-return valves (2).

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Replace head gasket (1) for cylinders 1-4.

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Replace head gasket (1) for cylinders 5-8.

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Note. There is no oversize gasket for the S65 engine.

Assemble engine.

11 12 729 Checking cylinder head for watertightness (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 5 230
2. 11 5 231
3. 11 5 235
4. 11 5 237
5. 11 9 961

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Note. Special tool 11 5 230 can be used for both cylinder heads.

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «left cylinder head»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-105-removing-and-installing) or «11 12 106 Removing and installing right cylinder head (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-106-removing-and-installing) .
2. Disassemble cylinder head.

Secure special tool 11 5 231 with old cylinder head bolts.

Secure special tool 11 5 235 with special tool 11 5 237 .

Note. Picture shows S85.

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Secure special tool 11 9 961 with special tool 11 5 237 to 10 Nm.

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Note. Immerse cylinder head in a water bath. Test pressure: 4.5 bar. Check cylinder head for escaping air (cracks). If necessary, add cleaning agent to water bath.

Assemble engine.

11 13 000 Removing and installing or replacing oil sump (S65)

Recycling

Catch and dispose of used oil in a suitable container.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Drain engine oil.
2. Secure «engine in installation position»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-00-670-securing-engine-in) .
3. Lower front axle. See «31 11 506 LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE CARRIER (M3, UNIVERSAL LIFTER)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/axle-shafts/#front-axle-repair-e92e93__31-11-506-loweringraising-front-axle) .
4. Remove ribbed V-belt.
5. Release 4x transmission bolts.

Release screws (1).

Take off holder (2).

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Scheme 106

Overview of oil sump screw/bolt connections

1. Torx bolt M6x30 (16 x)
2. Torx bolt M6x50 (12 x)
3. Torx bolt M6x75 (2 x)

Tightening torque. 11 13 2AZ . See OIL SUMP .

Clean sealing faces (1) with special tool 11 4 470.

Scheme 107

Installation

Replace oil sump gasket (1).

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Assemble engine.

11 14 005 Replacing front crankshaft seal (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 2 386
2. 11 5 331
3. 11 5 332
4. 11 5 333
5. 11 6 360
6. 11 7 231

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electric fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove radiator. See «17 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RADIATOR (N51, S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-000-removing-and-installing) .
3. Remove «vibration damper»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-23-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Lay special tool 11 2 386 on crankshaft.

Scheme 109

Screw special tool 11 6 360 to 80 Nm into radial seal.

Release radial seal from housing.

Repeat the operation several times if necessary.

Note. Carefully saw open old radial shaft seal with an iron saw from special tool 11 6 360 .

Scheme 110

Remove remnants of sealant from sealant outlet (1) on left and right.

Apply Drei Bond sealant to sealant outlet (1) on left and right.

Scheme 111

Secure special tool 11 5 331 with bolts (1).

Scheme 112

Push special tool 11 7 231 onto special tool 11 5 331 in direction of arrow.

Scheme 113

Installation

Remove support ring from shaft seal.

Push shaft seal (1) uniformly by way of fitting aid 11 7 231 onto special tool 11 5 331 .

Position shaft seal approx. 5 mm before crankcase.

Remove special tool 11 7 231 .

Scheme 114

Press in shaft seal (1) with special tools 11 5 332 and 11 5 333 .

Scheme 115

Assemble engine.

Setting time of shaft seal approx. 1 hour.

Correct engine oil level if necessary.

11 14 151 Replacing crankshaft seal (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 5 311
2. 11 5 312
3. 11 5 313
4. 23 0 490

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove transmission. See «23 00 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRANSMISSION (GS6-53BZ) (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-e9293__23-00-018-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove clutch. See «21 21 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CLUTCH (GS6-53BZ) S65»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/clutches-manual-hydraulic/#clutch-repair-e9293__21-21-500-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Remove «flywheel»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-22-500-removing-and-installingreplacing) . .

Drill a 3 mm hole into shaft seal.

Screw in special tool 23 0 490 .

Drive out radial shaft seal with impact weight.

Scheme 116

Remove remnants of sealant from sealant outlet (1) on left and right.

Apply Drei Bond sealant 1209 to sealant outlet (1) on left and right.

Scheme 117

Mount special tool 11 5 311 with bolts (1).

Scheme 118

Position support ring (1) with shaft seal (2) on special tool 11 5 311 .

Push shaft seal (2) uniformly in direction of arrow over support ring onto special tool 11 5 311 .

Scheme 119

Position shaft seal (1) approx. 5 mm before crankcase.

Remove support ring (2).

Note. Support ring (2) is no longer needed.

Scheme 120

Press in shaft seal (1) with special tools 11 5 312 and 11 5 313 .

Scheme 121

Assemble engine.

Settling time of radial shaft seal approx. 1 hour.

Correct engine oil level if necessary.

11 21 500 Replacing crankshaft (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 00 9 130
3. 11 4 370
4. 11 4 470
5. 11 9 360

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove engine.
2. Mount engine on assembly stand.
3. Remove «flywheel»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-22-500-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
4. Remove «vibration damper»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-23-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
5. Removing «oil sump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293) .
6. Remove «engine oil pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-41-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
7. Remove «oil return pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-41-050-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
8. Remove cylinder head on «left»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-105-removing-and-installing) and «right»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-106-removing-and-installing) .
9. Remove all «piston»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-25-530-removing-and-installingreplacing) s.
10. Remove both «timing chains»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-051-replacing-both-timing) .

Release screws (1).

Remove holder for oil intake pipe.

Scheme 122

Scheme 123

Bearing seat bolts (1) M11.

Release fit bolts (M9) in sequence 1-10 and remove.

Scheme 124

Release M11 bearing seat bolts in sequence 1-10.

Scheme 125

Release screws (3).

Unfasten screws (2).

Bolts (1) from inside outwards.

Remove bedplate upwards.

Scheme 126

Lever out crankshaft (1) with aid of a second person in direction of arrow.

Note. Weight of crankshaft approx. 22 kg. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 127

Replace all bearing shells (2).

Replace guide bearing (3).

Installation

Clean sealing face (1) with special tool 11 4 470.

Scheme 128

Remove sealing compound from joint (1).

Carefully clean threads and contact faces in upper and lower sections of crankcase.

Installation

Replace nozzles (2).

Clean sealing face (1) with special tool 11 4 470.

Scheme 129

Installation

Replace main bearing shells.

Apply a light coating of engine oil to bearing shells.

Lay crankshaft (1) with a second person helping in direction of arrow into crankcase.

Note. Weight of crankshaft approx. 22 kg. Picture shows S85.

Insert seal (1).

Scheme 130

Position bedplate on crankcase.

Position lower section diagonally on bearing seats (1 and 5) using two fit bolts (1 and 2).

Join fit bolts (1 and 2) to 8 Nm.

Scheme 131

Insert fit bolts (1-8).

Join fit bolts (1-8) to 8 Nm.

Scheme 132

Insert all M11 bolts (1).

Joint bearing seat bolts in sequence (1-10) to 30 Nm.

Scheme 133

Mark all M11 bearing seat bolts with a colored line (1).

Scheme 134

Secure M11 bearing seat bolts with special tools 00 9 120 and 00 9 130 .

Scheme 135

Tighten M11 bolts to 130° angle of rotation.

Tightening torque: 11 11 1AZ . See 11 11 ENGINE BLOCK .

Mark all fit bolts with a colored line (1).

Scheme 136

Tighten fit bolts with special tools 00 9 120 and 00 9 130 .

Scheme 137

Secure all fit bolts (1-10) to 130° angle of rotation.

Tightening torque: 11 11 2AZ . See 11 11 ENGINE BLOCK .

Insert bolts (1).

Insert bolts (2).

Insert bolts (3).

Secure bolts (1) M8x65 (22 x) with special tools 00 9 120 and 00 9 130 .

Tightening torque: 11 11 3AZ. See 11 11 ENGINE BLOCK .

Scheme 138

Secure bolts (1) M8x40 (4 x) with special tools 00 9 120 and 00 9 130 .

Tightening torque: 11 11 4AZ . See 11 11 ENGINE BLOCK .

Scheme 139

Secure bolts (1) M6x30 (2 x).

Tightening torque: 11 11 5AZ. See 11 11 ENGINE BLOCK .

Scheme 140

Drive in both nozzles with special tool 11 9 360 on left and right into crankcase.

Installation

Always replace nozzles.

Scheme 141

Installation

Use primer 1.5 and liquid gasket 1.6 .

Prepare liquid gasket (2) in special tool 11 4 370 .

Screw on nozzle (1) for injecting liquid gasket.

Scheme 142

Press sealing compound nozzle in direction of arrow onto nozzle at 90°.

Slowly and evenly insert liquid gasket (1) with special tool 11 4 370 in direction of arrow.

Scheme 143

Stop (seal off) escaping liquid gasket with primer 1.5 at outlet bore (1).

Install radial shaft seal at front .

Install radial shaft seal at rear .

Scheme 144

Assemble engine.

11 21 531 Replacing all crankshaft main bearings (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 2 590
2. 11 4 470

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. «Engine»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-00-050-removing-and-installing) removed
2. Remove «crankshaft»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-21-500-replacing-crankshaft-s65) .

Installation

Bearing shell (1) with lubricant groove must be fitted in crankcase upper section.

Bearing shell (2) without lubricant groove must be fitted in crankcase lower section (bedplate).

Determine bearing play with special tool 00 2 590 .

Insert crankshaft without engine oil, bolt crankcase upper and lower sections together.

Scheme 145

Lay plastic thread (Plastigage) on crankshaft.

Fit crankcase upper section on lower section and bolt together.

Note. Do not twist crankshaft.

Remove crankshaft.

Read off bearing play at width of flattened plastic thread and measurement scale.

Crankshaft bearing clearance radial. See CRANKSHAFT WITH BEARING .

Scheme 146

Crankcase upper half

Installation

Bearing shell (2) is a guide bearing.

Pay attention to guide lugs on bearing shells (see arrow).

Remove all bearing shells with lubricant groove.

Observe bearing classification. See CRANKSHAFT WITH BEARING .

Scheme 147

Crankcase lower half

Installation

Bearing shell (2) is a guide bearing.

Pay attention to guide lugs on bearing shells (see arrow).

Remove all bearing shells without lubricant groove.

Observe bearing classification. See CRANKSHAFT WITH BEARING .

Scheme 148

Clean sealing face (1) with special tool 11 4 470.

Insert bearing shells (2) without lubricant groove.

Insert guide bearing (3) without lubricant groove on bearing seat 5.

Release screws (1).

Remove oil nozzle (2) towards top.

Scheme 149

Bearing classification on bedplate bearing seat.

Observe color allocation on crankshaft (1 to 5).

V= Violet.

G = Green.

Y = Yellow.

Scheme 150

Bearing classification on crankcase bearing seat.

Observe color allocation in crankcase (1 to 5).

V= Violet.

G = Green.

Y = Yellow.

Scheme 151

Assemble engine.

11 21 571 Replacing grooved ball bearings in crankshaft (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 5 500
2. 11 2 016
3. 11 2 340
4. 11 2 350

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove clutch. See «21 21 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CLUTCH (GS6-53BZ) S65»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/clutches-manual-hydraulic/#clutch-repair-e9293__21-21-500-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Remove grooved ball bearing with special tool 11 2 340 in conjunction with special tool 11 2 016 .

Scheme 152

Installation

Replace guide bearing.

Drive in guide bearing as far as it will go with special tools 11 2 350 and 00 5 500 .

Scheme 153

Assemble engine.

11 22 500 Removing and installing/replacing flywheel (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 4 180
2. 11 9 260
3. 11 9 263

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove transmission. See «23 00 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRANSMISSION (GS6-53BZ) (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-e9293__23-00-018-removing-and-installing)
2. Remove clutch. See «21 21 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CLUTCH (GS6-53BZ) S65»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/clutches-manual-hydraulic/#clutch-repair-e9293__21-21-500-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Secure flywheel (1) with special tools 11 9 263 and 11 9 260 .

Scheme 154

Release flywheel screws with special tool 11 4 180 .

Tightening torque: 11 22 1AZ . See 11 22 FLYWHEEL .

Scheme 155

Assemble engine.

11 22 513 Replacing roller bearing for dual-mass flywheel

Special tools required

1. 21 2 051
2. 21 2 052

See CLUTCH - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Note. Flywheel removed!

Using hydraulic press (1) and special tool 21 2 051 , press out dual-mass flywheel downwards on engine side.

Scheme 156

Push roller bearing (2) onto special tool 21 2 052 .

Using hydraulic press (1), press roller bearing into dual-mass flywheel as far as it will go on clutch side.

Scheme 157

Special tools required

1. 00 5 500
2. 11 2 010
3. 11 2 343
4. 11 2 350

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Note. flywheel removed!

Position special tool 11 2 010 in roller bearing.

Twist out roller bearing with special tool 11 2 343 .

Scheme 158

Assemble special tools 11 2 350 and 00 5 500 .

Drive in roller bearing with special tools 11 2 350 and 00 5 500 in direction of arrow as far as it will go.

Scheme 159

Assemble engine.

11 23 010 Removing and installing/replacing vibration damper (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 11 0 280
3. 11 9 260
4. 11 9 263

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electric fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove A/C compressor «drive belt»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-28-060-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Remove alternator «drive belt»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-28-010-replacing-alternator-drive) .

Release screws (1).

Remove cover (2) with belt pulley (3).

Scheme 160

Note. Engine or transmission removed.

Secure special tool 11 9 260 to flywheel (1).

Screw in special tool 11 9 263 with bolt (2) on crankcase.

Scheme 161

Release screws (2).

Remove vibration damper (1).

Tightening torque: 11 23 1AZ . See VIBRATION DAMPER .

Scheme 162

Note. Engine or transmission installed.

Attach special tool 11 0 280 to vibration damper.

Support special tool 11 0 280 on holder (1).

Release all anti-fatigue bolts (2).

Installation

Replace stress bolts.

Scheme 163

Support special tool 11 0 280 on holder (2).

Tighten anti-fatigue bolts (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Tightening torque: 11 23 1AZ . See VIBRATION DAMPER .

Scheme 164

Assemble engine.

11 24 571 Replacing all connecting rod bearings (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove all «pistons»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-25-530-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Install new conrod bearing shells.

Installation

Install one blue (1) and one red (2) bearing shell in each conrod.

Install all pistons .

Scheme 165

Note. Check connecting rod bearing clearance.

Piston in BDC position.

Place special tool 00 2 590 (Plastigage model PG 1) on oil-free crankshaft.

Place bearing caps in position, making sure that matching numbers are paired.

Scheme 166

Use the old conrod bearing bolts to check conrod clearance.

Tighten down conrod bolts with special tool 00 9 120 .

Tightening torque: 11 24 1AZ . See 11 24 CONNECTING RODS AND BEARINGS .

Scheme 167

Remove conrod bearing cap and read off bearing clearance at width of pinched plastic thread on measuring scale.

Conrod bearing clearance: Refer to ENGINE - TECHNICAL DATA .

1. Remove plastic thread.
2. Lubricate crankshaft and bearing shells.
3. Install new conrod bolts and tighten down.

Tightening torque: 11 24 1AZ . See 11 24 CONNECTING RODS AND BEARINGS .

Scheme 168

Assemble engine.

11 25 530 Removing and installing/replacing all pistons (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 11 4 492
3. 11 5 250
4. 11 5 341
5. 11 5 342
6. 11 5 343
7. 11 5 344
8. 11 9 500
9. 12 2 100

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «engine»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-00-050-removing-and-installing) .
2. Mount engine on assembly stand.
3. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) .
4. Remove cylinder head on «left»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-105-removing-and-installing) and «right»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-106-removing-and-installing) .
5. Remove engine «oil sump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293) .
6. Remove «oil pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-41-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
7. Remove «oil suction pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-41-050-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Do not bend oil nozzle (2) at outlets.

It is not possible to adjust the nozzles.

Oil nozzle (2) must be replaced if it is maladjusted or bent.

Remove crankshaft .

Release connecting rod bolts (1) with special tool 12 2 100 .

Remove connecting rod bearing cap with bearing shell.

Scheme 169

Special tool 11 5 250 without locating rod must be screwed in on the connecting rod at the bottom.

Special tool 11 5 250 with locating rod must be screwed in on the connecting rod at the top.

Scheme 170

Rotate crankshaft (1) in direction of arrow, risk of damage to special tool 11 5 250 .

Remove piston with connecting rod and special tool 11 5 250 .

Depiction of function on cylinders 1-4.

Scheme 171

Clamp special tool 11 5 341 in a vice.

Note. Piston and piston pin are optimized to each other. There are two different inside diameters on the piston pin.

Screw matching special tool 11 5 342 into special tool 11 5 341 .

Scheme 172

Secure piston (1) with connecting rod to special tool 11 5 341 .

Scheme 173

Lever out piston circlip with special tool 11 4 492 in direction of arrow.

Scheme 174

If necessary, replace connecting rods.

Installation

The gudgeon pin must be able to be pressed through the liner by hand with little force and must not display any significant play.

Scheme 175

Measure piston installation clearance

Measure piston diameter with micrometer at measuring point A from bottom edge of piston and offset at 90° to the axis of the gudgeon pin.

Piston diameter at measuring point A.

Scheme 176

Adjust micrometer to cylinder bore of engine block. Set internal calliper on micrometer to zero. Measure bottom, center and top of cylinder bore in direction of travel and direction of engine rotation.

Diameter of cylinder bore.

Piston installation clearance.

Total permissible wear tolerance.

If necessary, replace piston.

Scheme 177

Pay attention to elevation to direction of travel arrow.

Scheme 178

Make sure the connecting rod is in the correct installation position during preliminary installation.

On cylinders 6-10 the elevation (2) must point forwards with the arrow.

On cylinders 1-4 the elevation (1) must point rearwards against the arrow.

Valve pockets (E) point to inlet side.

Arrow direction is identical to direction of travel.

Scheme 179

On cylinders 5-8 the elevation must point forwards with the arrow.

On cylinders 1-4 the elevation (1) must point rearwards against the arrow.

Scheme 180

Installation

When installed, the two lugs on connecting rods (1 and 2) must point outwards.

Scheme 181

Secure piston (1) with connecting rod to special tool 11 5 341 .

Installation

Insert piston circlip (2) so that opening points to window.

Insert piston circlip (2) into groove (1) of special tool 11 5 343 .

Note. Illustration shows N52.

Scheme 182

Position special tool 11 5 343 with window to opening on piston (see arrow).

Scheme 183

Position special tool 11 5 343 with window to opening on piston (see arrow).

Scheme 184

Guide lug and cutout on special tool 11 5 343 must point to piston crown.

When special tools 11 5 343 and 11 5 344 are correctly positioned, the piston circlip must be driven in with a plastic hammer in the direction of the arrow.

Scheme 185

Note. See illustration.

Installation

Piston circlip (1) is correctly installed when the opening points upwards.

See illustration.

It must still be possible for piston pin to moved easily.

Scheme 186

Install all piston rings .

Install all bearing shells .

Screw special tool 11 5 250 into conrod.

Always screw in special tool 11 5 250 with rod to exhaust side.

Preinstall piston with piston rings in special tool 11 9 500 .

Scheme 187

Insert piston with connecting rod in cylinder.

Insert piston so that arrow (direction of travel pointing forwards) on piston crown points to camshaft drive.

Piston cyl. 1-4 right side, cyl. 5-8 left side.

Press in piston with special tool 11 9 500 .

Scheme 188

Arrow on piston crown must point to camshaft drive (direction of travel towards front).

Scheme 189

Scheme 190

Rotate crankshaft (1) in direction of arrow, risk of damage to special tool 11 5 250 .

Insert piston with connecting rod and special tool 11 5 250 .

Moisten conrod bearing shell and crank pin slightly with engine oil.

Assemble connecting rod and crank pin.

Remove special tool 11 5 250 .

Install connecting rod bearing cap with bearing shell.

Secure connecting rod bolts (1) with special tools 12 2 100 and 00 9 120 .

Tightening torque: 11 24 1AZ . See 11 24 CONNECTING RODS AND BEARINGS .

Assemble engine.

11 25 671 Replacing piston rings on all pistons (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Removing all «pistons»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-25-530-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Remove piston rings with a piston-ring compressing pliers.

Note. It might not be possible to find the identification on used piston rings. Put aside piston rings in correct sequence and installation position.

Scheme 191

Installation

Piston rings marked with "R" must point to piston crown.

Groove (2), plain compression ring.

Groove (3), stepped ring.

Groove (4), bevel-edged oil control ring.

Scheme 192

Piston ring (1), bevel-edged oil control ring.

Piston ring (2), stepped ring.

Piston ring (3), plain compression ring.

Scheme 193

Installation

Piston rings marked with "R" must point to piston crown.

Plain compression ring is marked with (R).

Stepped ring is marked with (R1).

Scheme 194

Measure axial play. See ENGINE - TECHNICAL DATA .

Scheme 195

Measure end clearance. See ENGINE - TECHNICAL DATA .

Scheme 196

Offset the contact points of the piston rings by approx. 120° to each other but do not position above the piston pin boss.

Note. See picture S85.

Scheme 197

Assemble engine.

11 28 010 Replacing alternator drive belt (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove drive belt for A/C system.

Release cover (1) with a screwdriver.

Scheme 198

Press down tensioning device (1) with standard tool in direction of arrow.

Remove drive belt.

Installation

Observe direction of rotation if reusing the drive belt.

Make sure drive belt is installed in correct position.

Scheme 199

Assemble engine.

11 28 020 Replacing tensioning device for alternator drive belt (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electric fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove A/C compressor drive belt.

Release screws (1).

Remove alternator drive belt.

Remove belt pulley (2) from coolant pump.

Scheme 200

Release screws (1 and 2).

Remove belt tensioner (3) with tensioning pulley.

Installation

Observe the installation direction if the belt tensioner is replaced individually.

The lettering TOP must point upwards.

Scheme 201

Assemble engine.

11 28 050 Replacing A/C compressor drive belt (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electric fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Press down tensioning device (1) on damper in direction of arrow and hold.

Take off ribbed V-belt.

Installation

Observe direction of rotation if reusing the drive belt.

Ensure drive belt is in correct installation position.

Scheme 202

Press down tensioning device (1) on damper in direction of arrow and hold.

Take off ribbed V-belt.

Scheme 203

Installation

Observe direction of rotation if reusing the drive belt.

Ensure drive belt is in correct installation position.

Assemble engine.

11 28 060 Removing and installing/replacing belt tensioner for A/C compressor (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electric fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove A/C compressor drive belt.

Release screw (1).

Release screw for power steering high-pressure line.

Release screws (2).

Remove belt tensioner (3) with fixture.

Installation

Scheme 204

Observe the installation direction if the belt tensioner is replaced individually.

The lettering TOP must point upwards.

Different idler pulleys for c.c.w.- and c.w.-rotating power steering pumps.

Tightening torque: 11 28 1-2AZ . See 11 28 DRIVE BELT .

Assemble engine.

11 31 032 Removing and installing or replacing left inlet camshafts (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-005-removing-and-installingsealing) .
2. Remove left «VANOS exhaust gear»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-144-removing-and-installingreplacing)
3. Remove left «VANOS inlet gear»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-142-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

E Intake camshaft

A Exhaust camshaft.

Scheme 205

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Release screws (1) from outside inwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Remove inlet camshaft for cylinders 5 to 8.

Scheme 206

Do not place timing chain in gearcase.

Secure timing chain (1) against falling down with a cable tie (3) to one screw (2).

Scheme 207

Check plain compression rings for damage and replace if necessary.

The plain compression rings have catches at the joint.

Press plain compression rings apart upwards and downwards and remove towards front.

Scheme 208

Insert inlet camshaft for cylinders 5 to 8.

Designation (E2) on dihedron points upwards.

Cams on cylinder no. 6 point upwards.

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Scheme 209

Installation

All bearing shells are assigned to one cylinder.

E and A from (1 to 8), e.g. E 5= inlet side on cylinder no. 5.

Arrow must point in direction of travel to chain drive.

Scheme 210

Release screws (1) from inside outwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Adjust valve timing.

Assemble engine.

11 31 034 Removing and installing/replacing right inlet camshaft (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove right «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing) .
2. Remove right «VANOS exhaust gear»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-150-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Remove right «VANOS inlet gear»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-148-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

E Intake camshaft

A Exhaust camshaft.

Scheme 211

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Note. Illustration shows cylinders 5-8.

Release screws (1) from outside inwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Scheme 212

Check plain compression rings for damage and replace if necessary.

The plain compression rings have catches at the joint.

Press plain compression rings apart upwards and downwards and remove towards front.

Insert inlet camshaft (1) for cylinders 1 to 4.

Designation (E1) on dihedron points upwards.

Cams on cylinders (1 and 3) point upwards at an angle.

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Scheme 213

Installation

All bearing shells are assigned to one cylinder.

E and A from (1 to 8), e.g. E 1= inlet side on 1st cylinder.

Arrow (1) must point in direction of travel to chain drive.

Scheme 214

Release screws (1) from inside outwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Adjust valve timing.

Assemble engine.

11 31 036 Removing and installing/replacing left exhaust camshaft (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-005-removing-and-installingsealing) .
2. Remove left «VANOS exhaust gear»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-144-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

E Intake camshaft

A Exhaust camshaft.

Remove bearing cap (2).

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Release screws (1) from outside inwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Scheme 215

Check plain compression rings for damage and replace if necessary.

The plain compression rings have catches at the joint.

Press plain compression rings apart upwards and downwards and remove towards front.

Insert exhaust camshaft for cylinders 5 to 8.

Designation (A 2) on dihedron points upwards.

Cams (1) on cylinder no. 5 point upwards.

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Note. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 216

Installation

All bearing shells are assigned to one cylinder.

E and A from (1 to 8), e.g. E 5= inlet side on cylinder no. 5.

Arrow must point in direction of travel to chain drive.

Release screws (1) from inside outwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Adjust valve timing .

Assemble engine.

11 31 038 Removing and installing/replacing right exhaust camshaft (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove right «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing) .
2. Remove right «VANOS exhaust gear»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-150-removing-and-installingreplacing)

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

E Intake camshaft

A Exhaust camshaft.

Remove bearing caps.

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Release screws (1) from outside inwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Remove exhaust camshaft for cylinders 1 to 4.

Scheme 217

Check plain compression rings for damage and replace if necessary.

The plain compression rings have catches at the joint.

Press plain compression rings apart upwards and downwards and remove towards front.

Insert exhaust camshaft for cylinders 1 to 4.

Designation (A1) on dihedron points upwards.

Cams on cylinder no. 4 point upwards.

Installation

Lubricate all bearing points with engine oil.

Scheme 218

Installation

All bearing shells are assigned to one cylinder.

E and A from (1 to 8), e.g. A 1= exhaust side on 1st cylinder.

Arrow (1) must point in direction of travel to chain drive.

Scheme 219

Release screws (1) from inside outwards in 1/2 turns.

Tightening torque: 11 12 2AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Adjust valve timing.

Assemble engine.

11 31 051 Replacing both timing chains (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 5 290
2. 11 5 292

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove all VANOS gears. See «11 36 142 Removing and installing/replacing left inlet VANOS gear (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-142-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «11 36 144 Removing and installing/replacing left exhaust VANOS gear (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-144-removing-and-installingreplacing) , «11 36 148 Removing and installing/replacing right inlet VANOS gear (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-148-removing-and-installingreplacing) and «11 36 150 Removing and installing/replacing right exhaust VANOS gear (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-36-150-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove «radial shaft seal»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-14-005-replacing-front-crankshaft) at front.
3. Remove «oil pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-41-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
4. Remove «oil return pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-41-050-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
5. Remove «oil filter housing»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-42-020-removing-and-installing) .

Release screw plug (1) on bank 1.

Tightening torque: 11 12 4AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Release screw plugs (1).

Tightening torque: 11 11 6AZ . See 11 11 ENGINE BLOCK .

Release screw (2).

Remove intermediate piece (3) without gearwheel towards front.

Scheme 220

Arrangement of gearwheel and intermediate piece

Gearwheel (1) with dowel pin.

Intermediate piece (2).

Central bolt (3).

Scheme 221

Note. Bearing pin (1) is only inserted. Bearing pin (2) for two tensioning rails.

Remove bearing pin with special tool 11 5 290 .

Tightening torque: 11 31 2AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Scheme 222

Note. Bearing pin (1) is only inserted.

Screw in special tool 11 5 292 at bearing pin (1) and pull out.

Scheme 223

Remove bearing pin with special tool 11 5 290 .

Tightening torque: 11 31 2AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Arrangement of both timing chains

1. Timing chain, bank 2.
2. Timing chain, bank 2.
3. Guide rail, bank 1.
4. Timing chain, bank 1.
5. Tensioning rail, bank 1.
6. Bearing pin, inserted type.
7. Bearing pin for two tensioning and guide rails.
8. Bearing pin, screwed type.
9. Guide rail, bank 2.

Scheme 224

Remove timing chain, bank 2.

Remove timing chain, bank 1.

Scheme 225

Assemble engine.

11 31 072 Checking camshaft timing (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 0 480
2. 11 5 320
3. 11 9 970
4. 11 9 971
5. 11 9 972

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electronic fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove left «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-005-removing-and-installingsealing) .
3. Remove right «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing) .
4. Remove all spark plugs. See «12 12 011 REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-12-011-replacing-all-spark) .

10° 10° before TDC (top dead center)

OT Top dead center

Scheme 226

Crank engine at central bolt until the firing TDC position appears on the vibration damper.

Engine installed: Secure vibration damper in position with special tool 11 0 480 .

Engine removed: Secure vibration damper in position with special tool 11 5 320 .

Scheme 227

The lettering (A2 and E2) points upwards.

The positions of the cams on the exhaust camshaft point vertically upwards (see picture).

The positions of the cams on the inlet camshaft point at an angle downwards (see picture).

Scheme 228

Position special tool 11 9 972 on twin surface of exhaust camshaft (A2).

Position special tool 11 9 971 on twin surface of inlet camshaft (E2).

The timings are correctly set when special tool 11 9 970 rests without a gap on the cylinder head.

Permissible tolerance: A maximum gap of 1.0 mm is permitted on the non-contacting side of special tool 11 9 970 .

Scheme 229

Crank engine at central bolt until the firing TDC position appears on the vibration damper.

Engine installed: Secure vibration damper in position with special tool 11 0 480 .

Engine removed: Secure vibration damper in position with special tool 11 5 320 .

The cams on cylinder no. 1 on the inlet camshaft point at an angle downwards (see picture).

The cams on cylinder no. 1 on the exhaust camshaft point at an angle downwards (see picture).

Position special tool 11 9 971 on twin surface of inlet camshaft (E1).

Position special tool 11 9 972 on twin surface of exhaust camshaft (A1).

Scheme 230

The timings are correctly set when special tool 11 9 970 rests without a gap on the cylinder head.

Permissible tolerance: A maximum gap of 1.0 mm is permitted on the non-contacting side of special tool 11 9 970 .

Adjust valve timing.

Scheme 231

Remove all special tools.

Assemble engine in reverse sequence to its disassembly.

11 31 094 Removing and installing/replacing left hydraulic chain tensioner (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left intake filter housing . See «13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/fuel-system/#fuel-system-repair-e9293__13-71-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) .

Release chain tensioner (1).

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque: 11 31 1AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Scheme 232

Assemble engine.

11 31 095 Removing and installing/replacing right hydraulic chain tensioner (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove expansion tank. See «17 11 100 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT EXPANSION TANK (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-100-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Unfasten both A/C lines on A/C compressor.

Release chain tensioner (1).

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque: 11 31 1AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Scheme 233

Assemble engine.

11 31 575 Adjusting camshaft timing (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 11 5 320
3. 11 9 970
4. 11 9 971
5. 11 9 972

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Release bolts (1) on cylinder bank 1.

Remove timing case cover (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

Scheme 234

Release bolts (1) on cylinder bank 2.

Remove timing case cover (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

Scheme 235

Danger of mixing up both special tool bores.

1. 10° before TDC
2. TDC= top dead center.

Before the crankshaft can be secured, the gauges 11 9 970 must be positioned on the camshafts.

Rotate crankshaft at central bolt.

Position of inlet camshaft, cylinders 1-4.

Designation (E1) on dihedron points upwards.

Scheme 236

Position of exhaust camshaft, cylinders 1-4.

Designation (A1) on dihedron (1) points upwards.

Scheme 237

Rotate inlet camshaft with open-end wrench (1) with minimal effort at hexagon head in direction of arrow until special tool 11 9 972 can be attached.

Designation (E1) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tool 11 9 972 with bolts (2) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Scheme 238

Rotate exhaust camshaft with open-end wrench with minimal effort in direction of arrow until special tool 11 9 971 can be attached.

Designation (A1) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tool 11 9 971 with bolts (1) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Scheme 239

Release central bolt (1).

Release central bolt (2).

Installation

Replace central bolts (1 and 2).

Scheme 240

Scheme 241

Cylinders 1 to 4

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Scheme 242

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Scheme 243

Camshafts, cylinders 1-4, remain secured with special tool 11 9 970 .

Release special tool 11 5 320 and continue barring engine at central bolt 10° to firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Installation

This minimizes timing chain play.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 .

Cylinders 1 to 4

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Position of inlet camshaft, cylinders 5-8.

Designation (E2) on dihedron points upwards.

Installation

If necessary, crank at crankshaft central bolt.

Scheme 244

Position of exhaust camshaft, cylinders 5-8.

Designation (A2) on dihedron points upwards.

Scheme 245

Secure inlet camshaft with special tool 11 9 971 .

Secure exhaust camshaft with special tool 11 9 972 .

Secure special tools 11 9 971 and 11 9 972 with bolts (1) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Scheme 246

Release central bolt (1).

Release central bolt (2).

Installation

Replace central bolts (1 and 2).

Scheme 247

Scheme 248

Cylinders 5 to 8

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Scheme 249

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Scheme 250

Camshafts, cylinders 5-8, remain secured with special tool 11 9 970 .

Release special tool 11 5 320 and continue barring engine at central bolt 10° to firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Installation

This minimizes timing chain play.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 .

Cylinders 5 to 8

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Remove all special tools.

Remove all special tools.

Check timing.

Assemble engine.

11 33 062 Removing and installing/replacing all HVCA (hydraulic valve clearance adjustment) elements (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove inlet camshaft. See «11 31 032 Removing and installing or replacing left inlet camshafts (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-032-removing-and-installing) and «11 31 034 Removing and installing/replacing right inlet camshaft (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-034-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove exhaust camshaft. See «11 31 036 Removing and installing/replacing left exhaust camshaft (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-036-removing-and-installingreplacing) and «11 31 038 Removing and installing/replacing right exhaust camshaft (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-31-038-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Remove HVCA element (1) in upward direction.

Installation

Turning lock (2) on cylinder head.

Scheme 251

Check surface (1) of HVCA element for damage.

Installation

Turning lock (2) on HVCA element.

Scheme 252

Installation

Check valve keys (1) for correct seating.

Check turning lock (2) on cylinder head for damage.

Scheme 253

Assemble engine.

11 34 552 Removing and installing/replacing all valves (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 5 281
2. 11 5 282
3. 11 5 283
4. 11 9 001
5. 11 9 006
6. 11 9 008
7. 11 9 009
8. 11 9 951
9. 11 9 952
10. 11 9 953

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove intake air manifold.
2. Remove «left cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-005-removing-and-installingsealing) and «right cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing) .
3. Remove cylinder head on «left»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-105-removing-and-installing) and «right»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-106-removing-and-installing) .
4. Remove all spark plugs. See «12 12 011 REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-12-011-replacing-all-spark) .
5. If necessary, remove and install «engine»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-00-050-removing-and-installing) .

Note. Place cylinder head (1) on special tool 11 9 001 .

Prepare special tool 11 9 006 with special tool 11 9 008 .

Note. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 254

Insert aluminum profile rail (1) and align.

Secure eccentric clamping levers (2 and 3).

Scheme 255

Special tool 11 5 281 for removing valve keys.

Special tool 11 5 282 for installing valve keys.

Scheme 256

Unscrew valve cage from special tool 11 5 281 .

Special tool 11 9 951 (1 to 3) must be replaced.

Scheme 257

Remove all washers of special tool 11 5 281 (S85).

Insert special tool 11 9 951 in correct order.

Insert washer (1) with collar facing down in valve cage (2).

Scheme 258

Insert felt washer (2) with smooth side facing down in valve cage (1).

Scheme 259

Insert washer (3) in valve cage (1).

Screw down special tool 11 5 281 with inserted special tool 11 9 951 again.

Scheme 260

Modify special tool 11 5 281 with special tool 11 9 951 .

Scheme 261

Adjust special tool 11 9 009 so that special tool 11 5 281 can press vertically onto the valve spring.

Scheme 262

Note. Special tool 11 5 281 incorporates a lever (1) which is tensioned with a spring.

Press down valve spring with special tool 11 9 009 and keep pressed.

Pretension lever (1) in direction of arrow.

Release lever (1) in tensioned position.

The valve keys still installed are thus forced out and drop into the working chamber of special tool 11 5 281 .

Repeat the operation several times if necessary until all the valve keys are forced out.

Scheme 263

Pull back lever on special tool 11 5 281 .

Valve keys (1) can now be ejected from the working chamber (2).

Scheme 264

Remove special tool 11 9 006 .

All the engine valves are now accessible.

Installation

Set the engine valves down in neat and tidy order if they are to be reused.

Check valve seat for damage.

Note. Picture shows S85.

Press valve key (1) in direction of arrow into special tool 11 9 953 .

Scheme 265

Secure valve keys (1).

Scheme 266

Unscrew valve cage from special tool 11 5 282 .

Special tool 11 9 952 must be replaced.

Scheme 267

Remove insert washer of special tool 11 5 282 (S85).

Insert special tool 11 9 952 in correct order.

Insert special tool 11 9 952 with taper facing up in valve cage (1) (see arrow).

Scheme 268

Press valve keys into special tool 11 9 953 with special tool 11 5 283 .

Note. Picture shows S85.

Scheme 269

Press valve keys in direction of arrow into special tool 11 5 282 with special tool 11 9 953 .

Scheme 270

Make sure valve keys (1) are correctly positioned.

Special tool 11 5 282 is prepared.

Scheme 271

Press down special tool 11 5 282 with special tool 11 9 009 in direction of arrow.

Installation

Both valve keys are now pressed into their initial positions.

Scheme 272

Installation

Check that valve keys are in correct installation position.

Assemble engine.

11 34 560 Replacing all valve stem seals (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 1 480
2. 11 5 270

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove cylinder head. See «left»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-105-removing-and-installing) and «right»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-106-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove all «valve springs»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-34-715-replacing-all-valve) .

Remove valve stem seal with special tool 11 1 480 in direction of arrow.

Scheme 273

Installation

Attach the mounting sleeve (1) supplied with the new part to the valve stem.

Scheme 274

Attach valve stem seal (2) over mounting sleeve (1).

Scheme 275

Press on valve stem seal with special tool 11 5 270 in direction of arrow as far as it will go.

Scheme 276

Assemble engine.

11 34 715 Replacing all valve springs (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 5 281
2. 11 5 282
3. 11 5 821
4. 11 9 001
5. 11 9 006
6. 11 9 008
7. 11 9 009
8. 11 9 950
9. 11 9 951
10. 11 9 953

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove cylinder head. See «left»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-105-removing-and-installing) and «right»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-106-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove all HVCA elements.

Note. Place cylinder head (1) with cylinder head bolts on special tool 11 9 001 .

Prepare special tool 11 9 006 with special tool 11 9 008 .

Note. Picture shows S85.

Insert aluminum profile rail (1) and align.

Secure eccentric clamping levers (2 and 3) in direction of arrow.

Special tool 11 5 281 for removing valve keys.

Special tool 11 5 282 for installing valve keys.

Special tool 11 9 953 for securing valve keys.

Unscrew valve cage from special tool 11 5 281 .

Special tool 11 9 951 (1 to 3) must be replaced.

Remove all washers of special tool 11 5 281 (S85).

Insert special tool 11 9 951 in correct order.

Insert washer (1) with collar facing down in valve cage (2).

Insert felt washer (2) with smooth side facing down in valve cage (1).

Insert washer (3) in valve cage (1).

Screw down special tool 11 5 281 with inserted special tool 11 9 951 again.

Modify special tool 11 5 281 with special tool 11 9 951 .

Adjust special tool 11 9 009 so that special tool 11 5 281 can press vertically onto the valve spring.

Note. Lever (1) on special tool 11 5 281 is tensioned with a spring.

Press down valve spring with special tool 11 5 281 and keep pressed.

Pretension lever (1) in direction of arrow.

Release lever (1) in tensioned position.

The valve keys still installed are thus forced out and drop into the working chamber of special tool 11 5 281 .

Repeat the operation several times if necessary until all the valve keys are forced out.

Pull back lever on special tool 11 5 281 .

Valve keys (1) can now be ejected from the working chamber (2).

Note. Lower spring plate (1). Progressive valve spring (2). Upper spring plate (3).

Installation

Incorrect installation is not possible.

Scheme 277

Insert lower spring plate (1).

Scheme 278

Press valve key (1) in direction of arrow into special tool 11 9 953 .

Secure valve keys (1).

Press valve keys into special tool 11 5 282 with special tool 11 9 953 .

Note. Picture shows S85.

Press valve keys into special tool 11 5 282 with special tool 11 9 953 .

Special tool 11 5 282 is prepared for installation.

Installation

Positioning of valve keys (1).

Press down special tool 11 5 282 with special tool 11 9 009 in direction of arrow.

Installation

Both valve keys are now pressed into their initial positions.

Installation

Check that valve keys (1) are in correct installation position.

Assemble engine.

11 36 142 Removing and installing/replacing left inlet VANOS gear (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 11 5 291
3. 11 5 292
4. 11 5 320
5. 11 5 370
6. 11 9 970
7. 11 9 971
8. 11 9 972

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove left «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-005-removing-and-installingsealing) .

Release bolts (1) on cylinder bank 2.

Remove timing case cover (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

Crank engine at central bolt.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Position of inlet camshafts, cyl. 5-8, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of inlet camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis, letters/numbers on camshafts point upwards (E2).

Position of exhaust camshafts, cyl. 5-8, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis

letters/numbers on camshafts point upwards (A2).

Place special tool 11 9 971 on inlet camshaft.

Designation (E2) on dihedron points upwards.

Place special tool 11 9 972 on exhaust camshaft.

Designation (A2) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tools 11 9 971 and 11 9 972 with bolts (1) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Align gearwheels on exhaust adjustment unit with special tool 11 5 370 .

Scheme 279

Insert M5x10 hexagon socket screw on VANOS gear.

Note. Picture shows cylinders 1-4.

Scheme 280

Installation

Replace central bolt (2).

Remove exhaust adjustment unit (1).

Scheme 281

Installation

If the hexagon socket screw is released or forgotten by mistake, the gear teeth can be readjusted with special tool 11 5 370 .

Screw in knurled screw on special tool 11 5 370 until gearwheel (1) lines up with bore (see arrow) on thread.

Failure to tension the exhaust VANOS gear (1) will result in rattling noises at idle.

Note. Picture shows (S85).

Scheme 282

Installation

Check O-ring (1) on VANOS gear, replace if necessary.

Scheme 283

Release chain tensioner (1).

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque: 11 31 1AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Release central bolt (1).

Installation

Replace central bolt (1).

Remove inlet adjustment unit (2).

Scheme 284

Open plug (1).

Installation

Replace seal.

Tightening torque: 11 12 4AZ . See CYLINDER HEAD .

Scheme 285

Secure screw connection against falling out with special tool 11 5 292 .

Release screw connection at chain guide with special tool 11 5 291 .

Scheme 286

Remove inlet adjustment unit.

Lay timing chain (1) on inlet camshaft.

Scheme 287

EIN Inlet adjustment unit

AUS Exhaust adjustment unit

Scheme 288

Installation

Coat contact face of new central bolt (1) with copper paste.

Scheme 289

Position VANOS adjustment unit on camshaft.

Hexagon socket screw points upwards.

Insert central bolts (1 and 2) without play.

Scheme 290

Remove hexagon socket screw (1) or special tool 11 5 370 .

Note. Picture shows cylinders 1-4.

Secure timing chain tensioning rail.

Install chain tensioner (1).

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque: 11 31 1AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Insert central bolt (1) and screw with special tool 00 9 120 .

1. Joining 10 Nm
2. Joining 20 Nm
3. Settling torque 80 Nm
4. Torsion angle 200°
5. Unscrew central bolt.
6. Joining 10 Nm

Insert central bolt (2) and screw with special tool 00 9 120 .

1. Joining 10 Nm
2. Joining 20 Nm
3. Settling torque 80 Nm
4. Torsion angle 200°
5. Unscrew central bolt.
6. Joining 10 Nm

Camshafts, cylinders 5-8, remain secured with special tool 11 9 970 .

Release special tool 11 5 320 and continue barring engine at central bolt 10° to firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Installation

This minimizes timing chain and gearwheel play.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 .

Cylinders 5 to 8

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Remove all special tools.

Check timing , cylinders (5 to 8).

Assemble engine.

11 36 144 Removing and installing/replacing left exhaust VANOS gear (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 11 5 320
3. 11 5 370
4. 11 9 970
5. 11 9 971
6. 11 9 972

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove right «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing)

Release bolts (1) on cylinder bank 2.

Remove timing case cover (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

Crank engine at central bolt.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Position of inlet camshafts, cyl. 5-8, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of inlet camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis, letters/numbers on camshafts point upwards (E2).

Position of exhaust camshafts, cyl. 5-8, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis, letters/numbers on camshafts point upwards (A2).

Place special tool 11 9 971 on inlet camshaft.

Designation (E2) on dihedron points upwards.

Place special tool 11 9 972 on exhaust camshaft.

Designation (A2) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tools 11 9 971 and 11 9 972 with bolts (1) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Align gearwheels on exhaust adjustment unit with special tool 11 5 370 .

Insert M5x10 hexagon socket screw on VANOS gear.

Note. Picture shows cylinders 1-4.

Installation

Replace central bolts (1 and 2).

Installation

If the hexagon socket screw is released or forgotten by mistake, the gear teeth can be readjusted with special tool 11 5 370 .

Screw in knurled screw on special tool 11 5 370 until gearwheel (1) lines up with bore (see arrow) on thread.

Failure to tension the exhaust VANOS gear (1) will result in rattling noises at idle.

Note. Picture shows (S85).

Installation

Check O-ring (1) on VANOS gear, replace if necessary.

Installation

Coat contact face of new central bolt (1) with copper paste.

Position VANOS adjustment unit on camshaft.

Hexagon socket screw points upwards.

Insert central bolts (1 and 2) and screw with special tool 00 9 120 .

1. Joining 10 Nm
2. Joining 20 Nm
3. Settling torque 80 Nm
4. Torsion angle 200°
5. Unscrew central bolt.
6. Joining 10 Nm

Remove hexagon socket screw (1) or special tool 11 5 370 .

Note. Picture shows cylinders 1-4.

Camshafts, cylinders 5-8, remain secured with special tool 11 9 970 .

Release special tool 11 5 320 and continue barring engine at central bolt 10° to firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Installation

This minimizes timing chain and gearwheel play.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 .

Scheme 291

Cylinders 5 to 8

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Remove all special tools.

Check timing , cylinders (5 to 8).

Assemble engine.

11 36 148 Removing and installing/replacing right inlet VANOS gear (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 11 5 320
3. 11 5 370
4. 11 9 970
5. 11 9 971
6. 11 9 972

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove right «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing)

Release bolts (1) on cylinder bank 2.

Remove timing case cover (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

Crank engine at central bolt.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Position of inlet camshafts, cyl. 1-4, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of inlet camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis, letters/numbers on camshafts point upwards (E1).

Position of exhaust camshafts, cyl. 1-4, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis, letters/numbers (A1) on camshafts (1) point upwards.

Rotate inlet camshaft with open-end wrench (1) with minimal effort at hexagon head in direction of arrow until special tool 11 9 972 can be attached.

Designation (E1) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tool 11 9 972 with bolts (2) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Rotate exhaust camshaft with open-end wrench (1) with minimal effort at hexagon head in direction of arrow until special tool 11 9 971 can be attached.

Designation (A1) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tool 11 9 972 with bolts (2) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Align gearwheels on exhaust adjustment unit with special tool 11 5 370 .

Scheme 292

Insert M5x10 hexagon socket screw on VANOS gear.

Release central bolt (1).

Installation

Replace central bolt (1).

Remove exhaust adjustment unit

Installation

If the hexagon socket screw is released or forgotten by mistake, the gear teeth can be readjusted with special tool 11 5 370 .

Screw in knurled screw on special tool 11 5 370 until gearwheel (1) lines up with bore (see arrow) on thread.

Failure to tension the exhaust VANOS gear (1) will result in rattling noises at idle.

Note. Picture shows (S85).

Installation

Check O-ring (1) on VANOS gear, replace if necessary.

Release chain tensioner (1).

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque: 11 31 1AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Release central bolt (1).

Installation

Replace central bolt (1).

Remove inlet adjustment unit (2).

Scheme 293

Lay timing chain (1) on inlet camshaft (2).

Scheme 294

EIN Inlet adjustment unit

AUS Exhaust adjustment unit

Installation

Coat contact face of new central bolt (1) with copper paste.

Position inlet adjustment unit with timing chain on inlet camshaft.

Screw in central bolt (2) hand-tight.

Position exhaust adjustment unit on exhaust camshaft.

Hexagon socket screw points upwards.

Screw in central bolt (1) hand-tight.

Install chain tensioner (1).

Tightening torque: 11 31 1AZ . See 11 31 CAMSHAFT .

Screw in central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

1. Joining 10 Nm
2. Joining 20 Nm
3. Settling torque 80 Nm
4. Torsion angle 200°
5. Unscrew central bolt.
6. Joining 10 Nm

Insert central bolt (1) and screw with special tool 00 9 120 .

1. Joining 10 Nm
2. Joining 20 Nm
3. Settling torque 80 Nm
4. Torsion angle 200°
5. Unscrew central bolt.
6. Joining 10 Nm

Remove hexagon socket screw (1) or special tool 11 5 370 .

Release special tool 11 5 320 and continue barring engine at central bolt 10° to firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Installation

This minimizes timing chain and gearwheel play.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 .

Cylinders 1 to 4

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Remove all special tools.

Check timing , bank 1, cylinders (1 to 4).

Assemble engine.

11 36 150 Removing and installing/replacing right exhaust VANOS gear (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 120
2. 11 5 320
3. 11 5 370
4. 11 9 970
5. 11 9 971
6. 11 9 972

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove right «cylinder head cover»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-12-006-removing-and-installingsealing)

Release bolts (1) on cylinder bank 2.

Remove timing case cover (2).

Installation

Replace seal.

Crank engine at central bolt.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Position of inlet camshafts, cyl. 1-4, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of inlet camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis, letters/numbers on camshafts point upwards (E1).

Position of exhaust camshafts, cyl. 1-4, in firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1.

Dihedron of camshafts is vertical to cylinder axis, letters/numbers (A1) on camshafts (1) point upwards.

Rotate inlet camshaft with open-end wrench (1) with minimal effort at hexagon head in direction of arrow until special tool 11 9 972 can be attached.

Designation (E1) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tool 11 9 972 with bolts (2) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Rotate exhaust camshaft with open-end wrench (1) with minimal effort at hexagon head in direction of arrow until special tool 11 9 971 can be attached.

Designation (A1) on dihedron points upwards.

Secure special tool 11 9 972 with bolts (2) on cylinder head to 10 Nm.

Align gearwheels on exhaust adjustment unit with special tool 11 5 370 .

Insert M5x10 hexagon socket screw on VANOS gear.

Release central bolts (1 and 2).

Installation

Replace central bolts (1 and 2).

Installation

If the hexagon socket screw is released or forgotten by mistake, the gear teeth can be readjusted with special tool 11 5 370 .

Screw in knurled screw on special tool 11 5 370 until gearwheel (1) lines up with bore (see arrow) on thread.

Failure to tension the exhaust VANOS gear (1) will result in rattling noises at idle.

Note. Picture shows (S85).

Installation

Check O-ring (1) on VANOS gear, replace if necessary.

Installation

Coat contact face of new central bolt (1) with copper paste.

Position VANOS adjustment unit on camshaft.

Hexagon socket screw points upwards.

Insert central bolt (1) and screw with special tool 00 9 120 .

1. Joining 10 Nm
2. Joining 20 Nm
3. Settling torque 80 Nm
4. Torsion angle 200°
5. Unscrew central bolt.
6. Joining 10 Nm

Insert central bolt (1) and screw with special tool 00 9 120 .

1. Joining 10 Nm
2. Joining 20 Nm
3. Settling torque 80 Nm
4. Torsion angle 200°
5. Unscrew central bolt.
6. Joining 10 Nm

Remove hexagon socket screw (1) or special tool 11 5 370 .

Note. Picture shows cylinders 1-4.

Camshafts, cylinders 5-8, remain secured with special tool 11 9 970 .

Release special tool 11 5 320 and continue barring engine at central bolt 10° to firing TDC position of cylinder no. 1 .

Installation

This minimizes timing chain and gearwheel play.

Secure crankshaft with special tool 11 5 320 .

Cylinders 5 to 8

Always start screwing on the inlet side.

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Secure central bolt (1) with special tool 00 9 120 .

Remove all special tools.

Check timing , bank 1, cylinders (1 to 4).

Assemble engine.

11 36 715 Removing and installing/replacing solenoid valves on left VANOS adjustment unit (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) .

Disconnect plug connections (2).

Release screw (1).

Remove solenoid valve (3), exhaust adjustment.

Installation

Replace O-rings.

Scheme 295

Release screw (1).

Unfasten plug connection.

Remove solenoid valve (2), inlet adjustment.

Installation

Replace O-ring.

Scheme 296

Assemble engine.

Perform VANOS test.

11 36 720 Removing and installing/replacing solenoid valves on right VANOS adjustment unit (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «intake manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) (inlet solenoid valve only).

Disconnect plug connection (2) on solenoid valve for exhaust adjustment.

Release screw (1).

Remove exhaust solenoid valve.

Installation

Replace O-rings.

Scheme 297

Disconnect plug connection on solenoid valve for inlet adjustment.

Release screws (1).

Remove inlet solenoid valve (2).

Installation

Replace O-ring.

Scheme 298

Assemble engine.

Perform VANOS test.

11 41 000 Removing and installing/replacing oil pump (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «oil pan»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-13-000-removing-and-installing)

Release screws (1).

Release screws (2).

Installation

Replace screws.

Clean threads before installation.

Scheme 299

Release screw (1).

Release screw (2).

Detach oil pipes from oil pump.

Scheme 300

Release screw (1).

Detach oil pipes from oil pump.

Scheme 301

Detach oil pipes (1 and 2) from oil pump.

Installation

Replace sealing rings.

To facilitate fitting, apply a light coating of engine oil to sealing rings.

Clean all sealing surfaces.

Scheme 302

Slacken nut (1).

Installation

If reusing the sprocket wheel, check dihedron for damage and if necessary replace.

Replace microencapsulated nut (1).

Tightening torque: 11 41 1AZ . See 11 41 OIL PUMP WITH STRAINER AND DRIVE .

Scheme 303

Release screw (1).

Release screw (2).

Fold sliding rail (3) downwards.

Scheme 304

Remove sprocket wheel (1) from shaft.

Scheme 305

Remove piston (1) in direction of arrow.

Scheme 306

Installation

Arrangement, chain tensioner, oil pump.

1. Base valve
2. Spring
3. Piston

Scheme 307

Release screws (1) on oil pump (2).

Scheme 308

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Scheme 309

Assemble engine.

11 41 050 Removing and installing/replacing oil suction pump (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 6 251
2. 11 6 252
3. 11 6 254

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove engine «oil sump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293) .
2. Remove «oil pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-41-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque. 11 41 3AZ . See 11 41 OIL PUMP WITH STRAINER AND DRIVE .

Remove oil pump (2).

Scheme 310

Replacing gear wheels

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «vibration damper»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-23-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove «radial shaft seal»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-14-005-replacing-front-crankshaft) at front.

Mount special tool 11 6 254 on crankcase.

Secure special tool 11 6 252 with magnetic base to special tool 11 6 254 .

Note. Special tool 11 6 254 can only be secured to the crankcase with one screw. Picture shows (S85).

Scheme 311

Align special tool 11 6 251 with its measuring shaft (2) vertically to gearwheel (1).

Turn oil suction pump gearwheel (1) to stop.

Set special tool 11 6 251 to zero.

Scheme 312

Turn oil suction pump gearwheel (1) in direction of arrow to stop.

Scheme 313

Backlash on oil suction pump min. 0.06 to max. 0.08 mm.

If necessary, correct oil suction pump adjustment.

Scheme 314

Adjust oil suction pump (2) with a rubber mallet on pump housing in direction of arrow.

Tightening torque 11 41 3AZ . See 11 41 OIL PUMP WITH STRAINER AND DRIVE .

Scheme 315

Assemble engine.

11 42 020 Removing and installing, sealing/replacing main flow oil filter (S65)

Recycling

Catch and dispose of engine oil with suitable equipment.

Note national regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electronic fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove front underbody protection. See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .
3. Remove A/C system «drive belt»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-28-010-replacing-alternator-drive) .
4. Remove water pump «belt pulley»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-51-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
5. Remove coolant hoses.
6. Remove «vibration damper»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-23-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
7. Release power steering pump and lay to one side (do not open pressure lines). See «32 41 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) VANE PUMP FOR POWER STEERING (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering-and-wheel-alignment-repair-e92e93__32-41-060-removing-and-installing) .

Release oil filter cover (1).

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque: 11 42 1AZ . See 11 42 OIL FILTER AND PIPES .

Release nuts (1 and 4).

Tightening torque: 11 42 3AZ . See 11 42 OIL FILTER AND PIPES .

Detach lines (2 and 3).

Installation

Replace O-rings.

Release screws (1).

Release screws (2).

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque: 11 42 2AZ . See 11 42 OIL FILTER AND PIPES .

Lift out oil filter housing.

Scheme 316

Installation

Replace seal (1).

Scheme 317

Assemble engine.

Park vehicle on a horizontal surface.

Allow engine at normal operating temperature to run for 3 minutes with increased revs (min. 1000 / max. 1500 RPM).

Read off engine oil level in instrument cluster or on Control Display.

Top up engine oil if necessary.

11 42 080 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure hose - feed - (S65)

Recycling

Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil with suitable equipment.

Note national regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electronic fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove front underbody protection. See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .

Slacken nut (1).

Disconnect oil line (2).

Installation

Replace O-ring.

Slacken nut (1).

Unclip bracket (2).

Scheme 318

Slacken nut (1).

Disconnect oil line (2).

Installation

Replace O-ring.

Scheme 319

Assemble engine.

Park vehicle on a horizontal surface.

Allow engine at normal operating temperature to run for 3 minutes with increased revs (min. 1000 / max. 1500 RPM).

Read off engine oil level in instrument cluster or on Control Display.

11 42 085 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure hose - return - (S65)

Recycling

Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil with suitable equipment.

Note national regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electronic fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove front underbody protection. See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .

Slacken nut (4).

Disconnect oil line (3).

Installation

Replace O-ring.

Slacken nut (1).

Unclip retainer (2).

Slacken nut (1).

Disconnect oil line (2).

Installation

Replace O-ring.

Scheme 320

Assemble engine.

Park vehicle on a horizontal surface.

Allow engine at normal operating temperature to run for 3 minutes with increased revs (min. 1000 / max. 1500 RPM).

Read off engine oil level in instrument cluster or on Control Display.

11 51 000 Removing and installing/replacing water pump (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove fan cowl with electronic fan. See «17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-035-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
2. Remove radiator. See «17 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RADIATOR (N51, S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-11-000-removing-and-installing) .
3. Remove A/C compressor drive belt.
4. Remove upper «idler pulley»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-28-060-removing-and-installingreplacing) for A/C compressor.

Release screw (1).

Remove alternator drive belt .

Remove belt pulley (2).

Release screws (1).

To facilitate removal of the coolant pump, it is possible to insert M6 screws on left and right (see arrows).

Installation

Replace all sealing rings.

Scheme 321

Assemble engine.

Vent cooling system and check for leaks.

11 53 000 Removing and installing/replacing coolant thermostat (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove intake air «manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing) .
2. Drain coolant. See «17 00 005 DRAINING AND ADDING COOLANT (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#cooling-system-repair-e9293__17-00-005-draining-and-adding) .

Release unlocking element (1).

Detach vent line (2).

Scheme 322

Disconnect fuel line from fuel rail. See 13 53 240 REPLACING COMPLETE INJECTION PIPE (S65) .

Release screws (2).

Unlock wiring harness of fuel injectors (1).

Scheme 323

Clip injection pipe (1) out of holder (2).

Lay injection pipe, cylinders 5 to 8, to one side.

Scheme 324

Disconnect plug connection (1) on coolant temperature sensor.

Disconnect plug connection (2) on solenoid valve.

Scheme 325

Unlock coolant hoses and detach.

Release screws (1).

Installation

Replace sealing rings.

Scheme 326

Remove thermostat housing with thermostat forwards in direction of arrow.

Clean sealing surfaces.

Scheme 327

Remove thermostat (1).

Check rubber section (2) for damage.

Remove connecting pipes (2).

Installation

Replace all O-rings on connecting pipes.

Scheme 328

Assemble engine.

Vent cooling system and check for leaks. See 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR WATER LEAKS (S65) .

11 61 050 Removing and installing air intake manifold (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 9 250

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove air cleaner housing. See «13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/fuel-system/#fuel-system-repair-e9293__13-71-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Disconnect plug connection (1) on intake air temperature sensor.

Scheme 329

Unlock hose (2) for idle actuator incoming air at fastener (1) and detach in direction of arrow.

Scheme 330

Unlock hose (2) for condensate drain line at fastener (1) and detach in direction of arrow.

Scheme 331

Installation

Each hose clamp on the decoupling element is exactly positioned.

Loosen hose clamps (1).

Secure hose clamps with special tool 00 9 250 .

Tightening torque: 11 61 1AZ . See INTAKE MANIFOLD .

Note. Picture shows hose clamps (1 to 3).

Scheme 332

Release hose clamp (1) on cylinder 4.

Secure hose clamps with special tool 00 9 250 .

Tightening torque: 11 61 1AZ . See INTAKE MANIFOLD .

Scheme 333

Release hose clamp (1) on cylinders 5 to 8.

Secure hose clamps with special tool 00 9 250 .

Tightening torque: 11 61 1AZ . See INTAKE MANIFOLD .

Remove intake air manifold towards top.

Scheme 334

Scheme 335

Note. Assemble engine.

11 72 000 Removing and installing/replacing secondary-air pump (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «intake air manifold»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-61-050-removing-and-installing)

Release screws (arrow) on holding frame.

Release nuts on secondary-air pump.

Unlock and detach both air hoses.

Unlock connector and remove.

Lift out secondary-air pump.

Remove holding frame from secondary-air pump.

Scheme 336

Assemble engine.

Check function of DME.

11 72 060 Removing and installing/replacing both secondary-air valves (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Carry out system test: secondary air with BMW diagnosis system.
2. Disconnect battery at negative lead. See «61 20 900 DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#general-electrical-system-repair-e9293__61-20-900-disconnecting-and-connecting) .
3. Remove left exhaust manifold. See «18 40 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exhaust/#exhaust-system-repair-e9293__18-40-010-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
4. Remove right exhaust manifold. See «18 40 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT EXHAUST MANIFOLD (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/exhaust/#exhaust-system-repair-e9293__18-40-020-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
5. Remove «secondary-air pump»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/mechanical/#engine-repair-e9293__11-72-000-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
6. Unfasten engine wiring harness partially and lay to one side. See «12 51 001 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS SECTION FOR ENGINE (S65)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#engine-electrical-system-repair-e9293__12-51-001-replacing-wiring-harness) .

Removing secondary-air valve, bank 1

Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove secondary-air valve (2).

Installation

Clean sealing surfaces.

Replace seal.

Scheme 337

Removing secondary-air valve, bank 2

Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove secondary-air valve (2).

Installation

Clean sealing surfaces.

Replace seal.

Scheme 338

Assemble engine.

Carry out system test: secondary air.

11 78 530 Replacing left lambda oxygen control sensor (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 7 030

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Read out fault memory in Digital Motor Electronics (DME).
2. Remove transmission underbody protection.

Pull plug connection (1) from holder (2).

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Scheme 339

Remove oxygen control sensor with special tool 11 7 030 .

If the oxygen control sensor is reused, apply a thin and even coat of Never Seez Compound to the thread only.

The part of the oxygen control sensor which projects into the exhaust system branch (sensor ceramic) must not be cleaned or come into contact with lubricant.

Secure oxygen control sensor with special tool 11 7 030 and a torque wrench (1).

Tightening torque: 11 78 1AZ . See EMISSION CONTROL .

Scheme 340

Check function of DME.

11 78 533 Replacing right oxygen control sensor (S85)

Special tools required

1. 11 7 030

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Read out fault memory in Digital Motor Electronics (DME).
2. Remove transmission underbody protection.

Unclip oxygen sensor cable (1).

Release screws (2).

Scheme 341

11 78 540 Replacing left monitor sensor (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 7 030

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Read out fault memory in Digital Motor Electronics (DME)
2. Remove transmission underbody protection

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove monitor sensor with special tool 11 7 030 .

Installation

If the monitor sensor is reused, only apply a thin and uniform coat of Never Seez Compound to thread.

The part of the oxygen monitor sensor which projects into the exhaust system branch (sensor ceramic) must not be cleaned or come into contact with lubricant.

Scheme 342

Secure monitor sensor (2) with special tool 11 7 030 and a torque wrench.

Tightening torque: 11 78 1AZ . See EMISSION CONTROL .

Add final details to vehicle.

Check function of DME.

11 78 543 Replacing right lambda oxygen monitor sensor (S65)

Special tools required

1. 11 7 030

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Read out fault memory in Digital Motor Electronics (DME).
2. Remove transmission underbody protection.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove oxygen monitor sensor with special tool 11 7 030 .

Installation

If the oxygen monitor sensor is reused, apply a thin and even coat of Never Seez Compound to the thread only.

The part of the oxygen monitor sensor which projects into the exhaust system branch (sensor ceramic) must not be cleaned or come into contact with lubricant.

Scheme 343

Secure oxygen monitor sensor with special tool 11 7 030 and a torque wrench.

Tightening torque: 11 78 1AZ . See EMISSION CONTROL .

Check function of DME.

See also:
• 11 42 OIL FILTER AND PIPES
• OIL SUMP
• 11 40 OIL SUPPLY E90/E92/E93/S65 B40
• ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS
• MICROFILTER
• 12 12 011 REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (S65)
• FUEL SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS
• COOLING SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS
• 13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (S65)
• 51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
• 51 47 491 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION
• 23 00 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRANSMISSION (GS6-53BZ) (S65)
• 17 11 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN (S65)
• 17 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RADIATOR (N51, S65)
• 17 11 100 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT EXPANSION TANK (S65)
• 64 53 660 REPLACING LINE FROM CONDENSER TO EVAPORATOR (S65)
• 64 53 670 REPLACING LINE FROM COMPRESSOR TO EVAPORATOR (S85)
• 64 53 642 REPLACING LINE FROM COMPRESSOR TO CONDENSER (S65)
• 34 33 071 REPLACING VACUUM HOSE FOR BRAKE BOOSTER (ON BRAKE BOOSTER)
• 51 71 345 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT (OR RIGHT) SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE
• 32 31 070 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE
• 32 31 STEERING COLUMN
• ENGINE AND GEARBOX SUSPENSION - REPAIR
• 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR WATER LEAKS (S65)
• MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS
• 51 00 ... SERVICE POSITION OF ENGINE HOOD/BONNET
• 22 11 ENGINE SUSPENSION
• 12 13 512 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ALL IGNITION COILS (S65)
• 18 00 018 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM (S65)
• 18 40 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD (S65)
• 12 51 001 REPLACING WIRING HARNESS SECTION FOR ENGINE (S65)
• 13 54 045 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/SEALING A THROTTLE VALVE ASSEMBLY (S65)
• 31 11 506 LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE CARRIER (M3, UNIVERSAL LIFTER)
• MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS
• 21 21 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CLUTCH (GS6-53BZ) S65
• 11 11 ENGINE BLOCK
• CRANKSHAFT WITH BEARING
• 11 22 FLYWHEEL
• CLUTCH - SPECIAL TOOLS
• ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS
• 11 31 CAMSHAFT
• 11 41 OIL PUMP WITH STRAINER AND DRIVE
• 32 41 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) VANE PUMP FOR POWER STEERING (S65)
• 17 00 005 DRAINING AND ADDING COOLANT (S65)
• 13 53 240 REPLACING COMPLETE INJECTION PIPE (S65)
• 61 20 900 DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
• 18 40 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT EXHAUST MANIFOLD (S65)
• intake air manifold
• secondary-air pump
• replacement engine
• cylinder head cover
• left inlet camshaft
• exhaust camshaft
• thermostat housing
• cylinder head cover
• inlet camshaft
• exhaust camshaft
• left cylinder head
• 11 12 106 Removing and installing right cylinder head (S65)
• engine in installation position
• vibration damper
• flywheel
• oil sump
• engine oil pump
• oil return pump
• piston
• timing chains
• front
• rear
• Engine
• crankshaft
• drive belt
• drive belt
• piston rings
• bearing shells
• VANOS exhaust gear
• VANOS inlet gear
• VANOS exhaust gear
• VANOS inlet gear
• valve timing
• oil filter housing
• valve springs
• checking timing
• oil pan
• belt pulley