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BMW B48 Water Pump and Bracket Leak: Coolant Smell and Low Coolant

Can you smell coolant from your BMW? On the B48 engine, the water pump and its bracket can start to leak. Here’s what we found, th Learn More

BMW B48 Low Oil Pressure and VANOS Faults: Blocked Central Valve and Failed Solenoid

Low oil pressure warning or camshaft faults on your BMW B48? Debris can block the VANOS central valve filter, and the VANOS soleno Learn More

BMW N47 25d Small Turbo Failure: Lack of Boost and Blocked Oil Line

Is your BMW 25d diesel losing power? On the twin-turbo N47, a blocked turbo oil line can starve the small turbo of oil until it fa Learn More

BMW N47 Diesel Timing Chain Snap: What Happens and How to Avoid It

The BMW N47 diesel is known for timing chain problems. When the chain guide breaks and the chain snaps, the valves can hit the pis Learn More

BMW N46 Blue Smoke & High Oil Use: Valve Stem Seal Repair

Is your BMW 320i or 120i blowing blue smoke and using too much oil? On the N46 engine, worn valve stem seals are a common cause. H Learn More

BMW N55 & N54: When a Worn Drive Belt Gets Into the Engine

A leaking oil filter housing gasket can soak the drive belt on BMW N55 and N54 engines. The belt breaks up, and pieces can get pul Learn More