The BMW N62 is a naturally aspirated V8 petrol engine which was used in BMW cars from 2001 to 2010. It also remained in small-scale production for the Morgan Aero until 2019. [1] The N62 is the world's first engine to use a continuously variable-length intake manifold, [2] and BMW's first V8 to feature variable valve lift (called Valvetronic ...

Jun 29, 2015 · The common problems with the N62 engine are: The Alternator oil seal; The leaking Coolant resovoir; The small coolant recovery hose on top of the rad; The peep hole leak by the water pump on the engine block; The diaphrams on the valve covers; The dreded valve stem seals; The valvetronic motor malfunction; the bad oil pump caused by bad LOF service

Apr 1, 2025 · Discover common problems with the BMW N62 engine, their symptoms, impacts, and essential maintenance tips for owners.

Dec 30, 2021 · The N62, over its lifespan, was available in four engine sizes — 3.6 liter, 4.0 liter, 4.4 liter, and 4.8 liter — depending on its application. Alpina also used a version of the 4.4-liter engine. Here’s a quick look at what each of them had to offer.

Mar 11, 2022 · X5 stalled, power loss, and transmission stuck in one gear. I pulled over, restarted, and was able to make it back home with reduced power with shifting unavailable. I read the following fault codes:

Feb 16, 2024 · From 2005 to 2010, the N62B48 was used in BMW’s 50i models – E60 5-series, E63 6-series, E65 7-series and E70 X5 4.8i. The N62B36 is the junior version with a displacement of 3,600cc. The cylinder diameter is 84 mm and the piston stroke is 81.2 mm. It develops 272 hp at 6200 rpm and 360 Nm at 4250 rpm. Application: 2001-2005 E65/E66 735i/735Li.

Jan 19, 2025 · Explore common BMW N62 engine problems, their symptoms, and consequences to ensure your vehicle's reliability and performance.

Mar 20, 2024 · The much smaller X5 bracket uses different mounting points that aren't drilled or tapped on the 750 block. It's obvious where they go. Just use the one bolt that does line up to secure the oil cooler lines and then drill and tap the two holes (M8x1.25).

Nov 15, 2019 · How reliable is the BMW N62? Discover N62 reliability and common problems, such as valve stem seals and N62 coolant transfer pipe.

The M62 and N62 are the last naturally-aspirated V8 engines designed by BMW. These engines powered upper trims of full-size sedans and SUVs like the E39 540i, E60 550i, and the X5 4.8i. In 2001, BMW started phasing out the M62 in favor of a brand-new V8 replacement, the N62.