bmw n55 high mileage

It was used for BMW models with 35i index.4.

Cracked vacuum lines can cause low boost faults too. Menu N55 mileage alert .

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BMW N55 camshafts characteristics are as follows: duration 255/261 deg, lift 9.9/9.7 mm.Twin turbo configuration has been replaced by Twin scroll which means that new Borg Warner B03 turbocharger has two exhaust gas inlets and two impellers.

The N55 is a better more reliable engine than the N54 was.

All things M135i related can be found in here. 2013 e92 n55 currently at 72k Miles. - Match your oil to your engine spec and mileage, which may not be what's in your owner's manual. Such problem is mainly caused by crankcase vent valve (PCV).

Menu. Many BMW drivers with N55 engines have experienced engine failures and issues related to bearings inside the engine. Had never heard of the timing chain being much of an issue on any BMW engine, but made me wonder about the overall longevity/experiences of those who have the N55, given that the B58 is replacing it. Any high mileage n55's here?

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Post by Ginge94 » Tue Aug 27, 2019 11:44 pm I've just bought a 2010 bmw 335i with 160,000 miles on it and it drives like a brand new car, it's manual transmission too. Garage. None of these are necessarily major issues, and most of the parts are not expensive.

Highest Mileage N55? The duration period is about 80,000 km (50,000 miles) of mileage. Thanks! Note that costs will be higher for obtaining 450 HP engine.

N55 will go a long time like all BMW inline sixes.

Without disclosing the boost pressure, BMW ensures it’s higher than on the standard N55 engine. Bmw tech perspective here. Check them and use high quality engine oil.3. Some early gnashing of teeth on various boards over the new B58 having the timing chain at the rear of the engine requiring "dropping the engine" to change it. Im 186,000km now.

It was supposed to be replacement for N54B30, N53B30 and N62B40 motors. All of this power means higher combustion chamber temperatures and instances where the Another possible cause for problems is fluke manufacturing defects.

Since someone did a n54 mileage alert thought I'd make one for n55s. Purchasing of N55 will certainly turn out to be a good idea.New N55 version can be upgraded equally to previous Next stage of power increase is connected with replacement of turbochargers and purchasing of Methanol Injection Kit. Good point. At the same time variable valve lift system Valvetronic III appeared. The pump may get out of order regularly. 2) Driven Hard or spiritedly, no granny driving. Longevity question: what is the highest mileage anyone has on their N55?

New posts. Comparing to an M52/54 or N52 is not fair because those engines are naturally aspirated and will go on forever if maintained. Engine. I've heard/read somewhere that doing donuts with the N55 can potentially cause oil starvation which can be followed shortly after with the engine seizing, but fitting a baffled sump will stop this.16 plate F20 M135i LCI / Auto / Passive Suspension / Alpine White / Black Dakota Leather / Comfort Package / Pro Media / Privacy Glass / Heated SeatsDoing donuts shouldn’t do much as the engine is in the front and the front will hardly be moving. Top.

Despite the many misconceptions that BMW’s as a whole are unreliable, the BMW N55 is actually a fairly reliable engine.

Criteria: 1) Original Motor, no rebuilds or refreshes. 1; Reactions: shawnj.

Many BMW drivers with N55 engines have experienced There are multiple reasons why your engine may have bearing issues but some of the most common include:If you immediately start driving hard after you turn your car on then you’re running a risk of When you add extra power to your car it often means added boost, timing and AFR to get that extra power.

Some early gnashing of teeth on various boards over the new B58 having the timing chain at the rear of the engine requiring "dropping the engine" to change it. It was used for BMW models with 35i index.1. Anyone with a high mileage N55? It has the same cylinder block as in N54 which is made of aluminum with cast iron sleeves equipped by oil injectors. Highest Mileage N55? It can result in the fact that fuel injectors are out of order. 3) KM odometer reading are fine too. Thread starter 335iHaroon; Start date Nov 7, 2016; Reply. Forums. New media New comments. This is another representative of new gen 6-cylinder engines which was produced in 2009. Such turbocharger is able to provide engine with a boost much earlier as well as provide it with maximum of rpm starting from 1,200 rpm. It was used for BMW models with 35i and 40i index.3. ... BMW 1 & 2 Series General Discussion ↳ E81, E82, E87, E88 (2004-2013)

Engine. It has high level of reliability; it is rather powerful with long lifespan.

I drive a lot. - Use a high quality oil if you expect high performance.

This engine has seemed to be pretty bullet-proof from most reports, but have wondered what kinds of distances people have run up on them so far.Location: Chicago, Edgewater (via Texas & Tennessee) Check it first of all.2. - Our recommended oil change interval is 5,000 miles. Comparing to an M52/54 or N52 is not fair because those engines are naturally aspirated and will go on forever if maintained.

... Because this issue has been documented occurring in both new and older models and as well as in high mileage and low mileage vehicles, sometimes the issue is simply a malfunctioning part or an undetected and unfortunate defect. Out of interest what's the highest Mx35i we have on the forum? I do a lot of motorway miles but have been on a few road trips.MHD "Stage 2+" tuned 2013 BMW M135i xDrive F21 (PWG) Still going strong when he got rid.Silver F21 M135i - ManBox - HK - Adaptive + Eibach Pro's - BBS CH-R's - BMWP Drexler LSD - M4 LCA's Read a lot of people on the Facebook group saying the n55 is a weak engine which regularly blows up. The four most common problems with the N55 are, in no specific order, the valve cover and gasket, water pump, oil filter housing gasket, and VANOS solenoids. Any issues? I've done all plugs, coils, oil filter housing gasket, belt, …

Resources. No faults at all, regular oil change at 8000km.A couple well over 110k miles.