BMW E90 N54 Oil Pan Gasket DIY

[@DannyMascari]

Just wanted to post a big THANK YOU. Because of this video, your efforts gave me the confidence that I could do the job myself. After watching it 3 times, and taking copious notes while I was watching, I felt that I was up to the challenge. The job turned out perfect, thanks to you. Doing this project myself made me appreciate the quality engineering BMW puts in their vehicles. Time consuming repair, yes. Difficult, not really, thanks to this video. Dropping a sub frame? First time I ever did that to a car. My intimidation I had before I started the repair is long gone. For those nay-sayers who bag on BMW's because they are expensive and hard to repair, I say open up your mind and learn. There is no other car I enjoy driving as much as my 2007 BMW E 90-N54 (335i with twin turbos). I still laugh every time I drive it. You guys out there that brag about your simple and cheap to fix Toyotas need to drive my car to realize what makes BMW's a great driving experience. Now that I am retired and on a fixed income, I really have to be careful how I spend my children's "inheritance". Did I save a lot of money doing the repair myself, yes. But the knowledge and confidence I gained from your help, priceless.

[@eaglerider94]

I'm a pretty capable home mechanic, in fact ready to R&R the cylinder head on my other '94 5 Series 525's. Did this job 10 years prior until the damn thermostat failed in a closed position, overheating the engine and well, you all know what happens then. No Bueno! This video is extremely helpful as I need to tackle the infamous oil leak on my '03 E39. I too will watch this as many times as it takes and make notes. It does look intimidating but I've done more complicated repairs and the truth is, once I go in a begin a job and carefully observe how everything is assembled, it becomes easier. That and laying in bed before falling asleep and running everything through my mind until it's imprinted in my brain, lol

[@Th3Rafwarrior]

I think I might to grind this video at home too. My garage is charging me 800$ for that job. Is this job possible for a beginner ? this winter I did my spark plugs coilpacks and that pretty much it.

[@damianspears2469]

@@Th3Rafwarrior definitely not

[@MrKenwiseman]

I couldn't agree more.

[@Larry-ix8ex]

Hi there,BMWs don't leak oil,they just mark there territory! That's the joke we use in germany. All the Best from a E61 owner with the good old M54 engine

[@50sKid]

Important details in case you miss them by clicking around the video are: 1. Clean out the oil pan bolt holes with a bottoming tap or rethreading tap to clean out the old sealant that was used on the bolts, otherwise you risk stripping the new aluminum bolts as I did. Tap size is 8mm x 1.25mm. 2. Replace the aluminum oil pan bolts, but if you are gonna be "that guy" and reuse them, make sure you put sealant about 1/2 inch or 12 mm from the tip of each bolt. 3. Let the subframe dangle, no need to remove it completely. No need to disconnect the steering linkage or loosen the lower control arms. 4. Use zip ties to hold the gasket onto the pan when reinstalling, then cut the zip ties before you completely tighten the bolts. 5. Add medium strength threadlocker to your power steering pump bracket bolts to prevent them loosening up, backing out, and causing your belt to slip and shred.

[@giusepperomano1453]

Man that's a little more than 3 bolts.

[@GoldenAura32]

In the past on other projects I have used a paint marker and marked one "tooth" of a torx bolt against the surface it is mating to then another on the outside of my socket. Then I set back my socket one tooth so when I tightened the bolt as soon as I made a solid line I had damn close to 60 degrees angle. 6 teeth set 60 degrees apart makes it super easy with torx style bolts.

[@matt.108]

What torque pattern did you use?

[@50sKid]

@@NUNYABIZNNAAAZZZ That oughta do it lol

[@50sKid]

@@NUNYABIZNNAAAZZZ they’re aluminum bolts so I’m sure any easy out or bolt extractor you buy will work fine. I think my set is from Erwin. If you really wanna nerd out I think Project Farm did a video on those

[@timrutherford358]

Props to you sir for the skill shown in this video, your analytical comments, and for your contribution to the DIY community. Your sponsor - OEMbimmerparts - has good prices too. With your video along with ISTA/D I was successful in making this repair on engine N52 in U.S. version 2008 128i/E82, left-hand drive vehicle with 179,000 miles on the odometer. I performed a complete oil pan gasket replacement along with motor mounts, serpentine belt, water pump, and thermostat that took me several days to complete. The old gasket was date coded 2007 and exhibited the hardening especially in the lower right-hand side towards the rear. The original water pump, dated 2007, was functioning fine and the right hand motor mount had collapsed by about 10mm. I also replaced some hoses in the area of the water pump due to swelling. If I may share some experience for others benefit: 1.) Torque angles are easily approximated by knowing the number of teeth in a full revolution of the ratchet wrench. After initial torque is achieved just count the clicks when backing the ratchet and continuing to tighten the bolt. Typical ratchet teeth numbers are 24 and 36, so 90 degree rotation is achieved by counting either 6 or 9 clicks, respectively. 2.) The N52 motor in E82 does not require the underbody cross braces or the power steering pump to be removed. Finally all I can say is it was one heck of a job but I'm glad to be able to do the work myself. With videos like this I feel I was able to get a quality job with reliable results plus improvements along the way like replacing various mounting clips and a complete inspection of the engine bay to find other problems that might be lurking in the future. The cost of having this done professionally would have been prohibitive. Many thanks - Captain Tim, Tampa, FL

[@michaelblacktree]

Wow. I thought the oil pan on my E46 was a hassle. This is a whole new level. Now I see why the video is an hour long. Great work as always, Jason. 👍

[@MrKenwiseman]

I did everything in this video this past weekend on my 2008 E92. I appreciate the level of detail and my job went flawlessly except having bad o-rings on the the transmission oil tubes. I have to wait two days to receive those. Big thanks to you.

[@DjDestinyChicago]

I appreciate how you leave absolutely nothing out. I know this takes a lot longer while filming as well. This’ll be very helpful if I end up doing this on my 535 👍

[@marcussaiber6021]

Must say I don’t mind wrenching. I’m always w apprehension and caution . The instructor in you and how you explain items in detail speaks volumes. Thanks for making time to make your vids real world. I feel your coaching wins me confidence and enthusiasm to tackle subframe removal or lowering Etc etc. stay well keep well

[@nineteen76]

Just done my oil pan gasket. I've watched your video multiple times and made a step by step list which made the whole job so much less daunting and it went smoothly. This video really did change my life and I will show it to my neighbour. 😂Thanks for the guiding light. Here's to an oil leak free BMW (for a short while)

[@dustincercado]

If I ever purchase an E90, I know to reference your channel. I have 2003 E46 330i and your videos helped me out a lot. THANK YOU FOR SHARING! Hands down one of the best KZbin BMW DIY'ers!

[@e30sdontrun86]

I like that you keep things funny while you give us your opinion. Comes off very light hearted. Thank you for the content!

[@davidorama6690]

The tow hook used to suspend the engine: now that’s BMW specialist knowledge. Simple and effective.

[@TSPhotoAtlanta]

I saw that you could buy a similar one on amzn, probably elsewhere too. That'll help if yours is gone, or could check scrapyards as that eyebolt is common to a lot of BMW's. But cool to know. I bet there are places in the world without an alternative!

[@Wolfpack310]

That's really nice.

[@johnriley8713]

So funny, I was just in my E82/N51 today and wondering what threaded hole was for at the top of the engine....

[@KO-pk7df]

Big OMG! I paid the Best Privately owned BMW shop in my area to work on my BMW, they had to replace the oil pan gasket naturally. Under warranty they had to do it two more times and the last time they replaced the plastic pan with an aftermarket metal one which fixed it. The mechanic owns the same car as mine (2012 328i). I'm sure the level of difficulty is the same as in your video. I had no idea the job was this involved! I have done much of the easier work myself, water pump, oil cooler seal etc. But so glad I did not try that job with my 3 back surgeries I would not have been able to myself.

[@PierceGomez]

29:40 wish everyone that owns a BMW would listen to this part, I would definitely agree most people don’t do jobs thoroughly like that (replacing bolts, following directions, etc)

[@FishFind3000]

The fact that there’s a lot of bolts that are torque to yield and one time use that cheap ass don’t understand. People with Toyota money buy a used bmw and think you can do no maintenance and they wonder why it’s broken…

[@PierceGomez]

@@FishFind3000 Bingo, I've been saying this for a while now and everyone still wonders why their BMW's keep breaking...

[@MechaniclifeJDM]

It starts with good driving habits, and spills over into proper maintenance, not scheduled maintenance, but proper….maintenance, then when repair is needed it must be done per the book. Dont blame the car or the part manufacturers when you chose to buy the ebay special 😁 or choose to never do maintenance.

[@Aroo_0]

This is very likely the best video I’ve seen for auto repairs… you’re the best teacher in KZbin sir!

[@50sKid]

Thanks!

[@Tigersmundo]

*I don't have a BMW and don't know how I ended up here, very informative and thoughtful camera editing for the whys great job.*

[@50sKid]

Haha thanks, glad you watched anyway!

[@pauledwards1157]

I did my wife’s E46 AWD a couple years ago. Even more fun when you have the front half shafts that run through the middle of the oil pan to deal with. At least her car doesn’t leak oil anymore.

[@sonerozgur]

I replaced the oil pan gasket on my 535i. The lower corner near the transmission was the problem area. Watching your video now helps me eliminate doubts about the torque sequence. Thanks! I had read about people using hondabond 4 on sharp corners of gaskets. So I used it on the gasket. So far no leaks. Time will tell.

[@50sKid]

RTV not needed as the engine doesn’t have front or rear timing covers. The bottom cradle is all one piece

[@jamesrochester787]

Thank you. THANK YOU! Have seen lots of videos on BMW’s where repair requires engine support bar but none of them ever go over how you connect support bar to engine. The emergency tow hook threads into the threads by the oil filter housing. Brilliant. Oil pan gasket leak and bad engine mounts on our E90 here I come.

[@justinlantz6887]

Going back with the new bolts and not cross threading them on the side with the trans lines was real fun 😂

[@rasithsaman2253]

I have N52 N engine 2010 328 x drive. 108000 k on it canadian version i did my self oil pan gasket, new valve cover, and oil filter housing gasket, i watch some videos and did at my house garage. Thanks for all of you guys for videos.

[@lp2565]

E90 videos make me really appreciate my E46! Great video, Jason. Thanks for sharing.

[@rileyscarbrough9054]

Used this guide on my e90 n55 and worked flawlessly.

[@tow.JanWinnicki]

Hello Riley, I need to do mine as well soon (N55 E92). Have you seen much difference between this vid and the N55 motor? If so, could you please share. Thank you!

[@rileyscarbrough9054]

@@tow.JanWinnicki there was no difference at all but mine was a sedan so might be different. Also I didn’t do anything optional as well

[@drcthru7672]

I have owned two n54s. Over 100,000 miles no oil leak!

[@e30h26]

Jason, you're a legend as always! Need to do this job on my own car and you've made it a lot less stressful. Thank you!

[@mohammedsabah2887]

Good job 👍👍👍 From Iraq we say hello 🇮🇶🇮🇶

[@bonsdup]

As always great video. Off top. Which model of Milwaukee electric ratchet are you using in the video?

[@TomasLineros]

Great DIY, man! My E46 is starting to leak oil from the oil pan gasket. Thankfully you already have the DIY video for that. 😁🏁

[@bmre3]

You Are a....ROCKSTAR! Thank You! for posting this. Don't have an e90 but rather an e61. Cjanged oil today in prep for winter and it's a litle "damp" down there. Godspeed.

[@pianothatilove]

A life saver as always 🤲, a massive thank you!!

[@robertkenney6002]

What bolt are you taking off at 10 min? Also, so to clarify the control arms and steering shaft do not need removed/loosened? Therefore can I keep tires off or do they need removed? Thanks!

[@myxipitlik2]

I don't have an E90 but I still learned a lot, your videos are full of very useful tips and information. Thanks!

[@Reno17]

Great to have you back! You have a gift my friend glad your sharing it with all of us!

[@krzysztofploszek7342]

After watching this I thought: God bless Japan engineers for smart simplicity and user friendly car solutions, not like German overengineering of everthing they touch.

[@tbirdboy]

To tackle this after a day job is heroic. The dealer replaced mine (sold my 07 a few years ago) under warranty. Parts and labor would've been $2200. Whew.

[@50sKid]

Yeah that’s why it took me 3 separate days. It can be done in one if you start in the morning

[@acuadras12]

Thanks bro for this amazing video! 🙌 New Subscriber! Keep doing your thing man! Loved how you explained everything and didnt cut much out on editing this, this video is going to be my go to when doing this job

[@hirobojr]

Very good detailed video, you did bring some memories from 3 years ago when I did that myself, N51 a little easier than N54 thought. I never thought of leaving the subframe hanging, I removed everything even the steering rack. Again, great video!

[@dannyd9926]

I have a n51 and thinking of doing this. How is your car running now?

[@ichoozjc]

Loved hearing your thought process. And it's always good to learn! Always start your to thread chaser/tap in by hand first. Them jobs on aluminum blocks can go south quick, lol.

[@jamesveney9078]

Mount Easy if you drop Engine that how I Changed my Mounts Thank For The Video Great Job

[@Kurisutof4]

I have been waiting for this video! Same problem on mine. I thank you before wathing it! I know it will be great.

[@Gutsmagoria]

I'm planning well ahead to do this job. I recently did the M3 control arms upgrade so my control arms are actually ball joints at the subframe, so I won't have to loosen them like you did. However there's still the tension struts forward of those. You're supposed to loosen those too when you drop the steering knuckle to take the shocks out...do you think you might risk straining the rubber bushings letting the subframe hang on them? I'm thinking not because it's actually closer to "ride height" from the bushings' perspective. Also, if you want to torque to angle, it's very easy if you have a marker. Think about it - if you have a hex / e-torx bolt, there are six points along the circle, 360/6 = 60 degrees apart. Mark one of the "corners" and for 90 degrees, skip one corner and mark next to the bolt halfway between two. For 60 degrees, mark at the next corner. For 180 directly at the opposite corner, etc. Then just line them up. This is extra nice for suspension components etc where you probably want to use a long bar to angle them.

[@sondinh7364]

very good job Jason

[@thomasmchugh6421]

Excellent video Thank you very much Jason

[@conradgieblewicz8220]

German engineering at its finest 👌..

[@friguy4444]

I know you are far more experienced with all of these cars than I even though I do all my own work on my Bimmers. I just went through a leak that dripped in this exact spot after I did an oil change and was doing some other work so I had the under guards off. I had a hard time getting the oil plug off when doing the change and when I put it back on I didn't want to tighten it like the last guy had so I only did it moderately tight. I decided to try tightening the oil drain plug more and the oil leak stopped. So check your drain plug s it's right at the same area.

[@memphisraines8118]

Had an E46 with 60k miles in showroom condition. First the caliper seized. Then the coil packs went out. Then the starter went out ($600 just for the part. Yes I checked EVERYWHERE). Then the car left me stranded at a intersection... fuel pump. Then the water pump started to leak. Had enough. Got rid of it. Never again. And yes... I used to be a mechanic so I changed all the parts myself. Can't imagine with labor (for the cost).

[@domkraggp9944]

Will need to do this soon , this video will be my manual.Thank you again 50skid!! !

[@firasalwakeel5365]

I did mine two weeks ago, it is a lot of work on n52 engine. The only difference is that the longer bolts i torqued them to 90 degrees as I felt a lot of tension and had to stop. So all bolts to 90 degrees including the small ones. Great job 👏🏻

[@E9X330]

Isn't the n52 a bit easier ?

[@mr2_mike]

So did Victor Reinz gasket hold up? Or should I go with Erling or Mahale?

[@timboyle3114]

I've got that eastwood wrench - agree its an absolute pain to use - and NOT cheap. One of the few "fail" tools I have. There is too much slack in the drive to get anything accurate. Next time I'm doing anything angle related I'm going to use paint marks to mark the start and end and a reference mark on the bolt to see the travel.

[@50sKid]

Yeah I totally regret the purchase!

[@SteveWeltman]

Hi Jason, Great work filming this and talking us through it. Especially the tip to remember oil pan bolt thread clean outs. This will eventually be on my list of to-dos... I am doing all of the maintenance on my 09 E90/N54 similar to what you're doing and trying to something similar on a YT channel once I figure out the video editing part. #projectweltspeed #weltspeed.

[@rogervonschleusingen4603]

SOOOO MUCH WORK AND EFFORT AND TIME , REALLY TO BAD FOR US , THANK-YOU BMW FOR YOUR OIL PAN GASKETS !!! THATS PRETTY ROTTEN OF BMW AND OF TODAYS AUTO MAKERS !!

[@mr2_mike]

Wait till you find out about the rear shock replacement steps 😂

[@MrRoundel]

Wow, this oil pan gasket R&R looks worse than it will be on my E39 M52TU, and that doesn't look particularly easy. Your video definitely helped me psyche up a bit before I get on the garage floor and wiggle around like a worm on a hot griddle. I'd be interested in knowing whether your Victor Reinz gasket is still sealing well. Thanks for the great video. If this stuff was easy, everyone would do it. Cheers.

[@michaeldavis5730]

Hi 50sKid - Just want to pass along my thanks for your really good work. Your videos along with a Bently allowed me to R&R an M54 in my 325iT. I also have an E90 that needs, guess what, an oil pan gasket. Yours are by far the best. Do you ever attend the OC Cars and Coffee? Hey I'll buy ya a tee shirt!

[@50sKid]

I haven’t been yet. I’d be embarrassed lol. I still need to get the front bumpers repainted on both my cars and the wheels fixed.

[@michaeldavis5730]

@@50sKid Dude - you are a hero! I think you would have a high level of respect even if you showed up in POS. It is a great show worth a visit. Tee shirt offer stands.

[@teemu2012]

Nice diy once again. I really hate aluminum bolts. I have seen some cars with oilpans hanging on with just the silicone sealant when the aluminum bolts have cracked because someone reused them or overtorqued them.

[@brennerfineart]

Great tutorial, thanks a lot!!! But one thing i really do not get - the holes in the steering rack just have the size of the two bolts, so there is no possibility to adjust the position of the rack. And therefore there should be no change in allignment?!

[@robertkenney6002]

Do the 3 bell housing bolts the E10 they all go in horizontal is that correct?

[@TrEuDaT]

yes

[@eddierofl]

Hahaha the shout out to ChrisFix with the threadlocker gave me a giggle! And was that a Sreten quote with Gud'n'tite? Perfection as always mate!

[@50sKid]

Nah I've been saying that longer than he's been around, but Sreten is great!

[@gerardogoveche8064]

Men I did a oil pan gasket on my E46 thanks to your videos..but I noticed the BMW gasket is a pretty poor design..so I use a Toyota rtv 😂 I know but not leak work perfect thanks for all your videos blessings..

[@derekkchung]

I did not watch this before doing the job. I am "that guy" who reused the bolts and did not put sealant on them. Now it leaks. I do not know it is from the rear main seal or from the gasket. The only reason we put in thread sealant is if the thread holes are thru holes. They are not (as I have another N54 block I checked by filling oil into each thread hole. Oil stays in the hole.) IF the holes were thru, oil from crankcase will run down thru the thread and into the copper portion and drip out from the corner. But the holes are not thru. Why sealant is needed? Jason, u specifically say it will leak at 8:00. How did u know? Also another question is which part of the gasket is actually doing the sealing? The copper part or the inner gasket part? I am just trying to see the path the oil sips thru so that I can plan my next action.

[@oldjarhead1125]

Jason, another great DIY video! And yes....ALL bimmers leak. :>)

[@robertkenney6002]

50s kid Id you read this I need some serious help. I am almost done with job pans on everything went great. Besides reinstalled the steering shaft bolt… I have it litterally like 7/8 in and it just stopped turning it’s hard as hell to turn. I’m pretty sure it’s cross threaded now, but everything was smooth until the last 1/8th length. Confused how this happened? I have no experience with taps and am litterally scared now. No idea what to do.

[@stevensims3342]

I feel like if you mark the power steering rack bolts perimeter with a permanent marker you should be able to align them pretty close when reinstalling.

[@teangawarumatetaka6125]

A billion times easier if you remove the tie rods. Saves having to finesse around them and risk damaging the clock spring.

[@simonroth7126]

I have a grinder and i did not know this lol. I didnt know there were kits for redoing threads im gonna get one thanks.

[@MrKALANCE]

The problem with the leaks is the Mahle gasket, some of them leak at 26.000 miles, I used aftermarket gasket and no leaks after over 4 years.................

[@matt_h537]

You can remove the steering rack without affecting your alignment the 2 bolts holding the rack ensures your alignment they are a tight fit...I have dropped the sub frame a time or 2...

[@50sKid]

You’re still affecting it. But, there is really no reason to touch it.

[@reidlarson6325]

Nair for Men is a good product to use. Just a tip. Nice work.

[@matreyia]

They leak not because of bad rubber, but because BMW convinced buyers 15k mile intervals which would destroy any gasket due to hardening. If you change oil every 4k, you reduce leak potential by over 50%. Nothing is forever, but shorter oil interval changes help keep the rubber conditioned longer and the don't leak as soon.

[@abdijaime6029]

I love your documentary. You're very thorough explaining everything.. I'm having 2 leaks on my bmw 330ci 2002 and I've been looking for estimate to get those problems fixed. Why does the BMW dealers charge so much to get the gasket replaced? I need that fixed and I was told that they're charging me &978 to get the rubber on the gasket fixed.

[@robertsilva4]

I noticed you mentioned something about shredded belt. I found that issue to be a warn belt tensioner. With time and constant tension, it loses alignment and the belt side slightly toward the block. it's hard to notice until you pull the tensioner off.

[@woodst408]

I enjoy watching all your videos. I do have 2 " "ALTIMATE LEAKING MACHINES" E 46 and E60 and you have saved a lot of 💰. Thanks.

[@PRAGEETHKARUNADHEERA]

Thanks Jason. Greetings from Australia!

[@duglasvasquez4315]

I have done so many of this , I like having fun

[@davidespinosaperez9733]

Thanks brother I need to start doing mine I have a E39 2001 525i

[@kikosyne1]

Amazing DYI ........ appreciate the time to detail.

[@oiygfdxssfgg]

A two post hoist would come in handy for that job.

[@F06M6]

Yep, agreed with that first part wholeheartedly. My wife's e90 328, leaks absolutely no oil anywhere at this point. All of the gaskets are newer.. BUT! The oil pan gasket, of which is 30k miles old, is already seeping. Not badly, but still frustrating after spending thousands on fixing everything.

[@F06M6]

Oh and- it is a Victor Reinz gasket Hahaha. I did use new bolts and everything was torqued to TIS specs.

[@50sKid]

Interesting. From which part?

[@firasalwakeel5365]

My wife’s 07 e90 with n52 engine started to leak at the 60k km mark (valve cover and oil pan) So these cars either by age or usage they go, unlike other cars. So unfortunate

[@GrimTaleBrothersOfficial]

Anyone else notice he didn’t use euro 5W30 oil Castro edge haha we need videos on AWD 335 everyone always has RWD lol

[@xaviertooclean8067]

have you figured out if it’s the exact same?

[@GrimTaleBrothersOfficial]

@@xaviertooclean8067 no the viscosity is not the same and heat tolerance he needs to use European oil Castro edge is recommended bmw manual book 5W30

[@Louie_VIII]

​@GrimTaleBrothersOfficial LiquidMolly oil actually prolongs all your oil seals and meets bmw standards.

[@stevend4544]

Its a world different nightmare of design. Diff is bolted too the oil pan.

[@Ahmed_Rashid]

Is an n52 oil pan gasket replacement similar to this?

[@stevend4544]

No expect pain and special tools

[@danieltegas2217]

Awesome job very well explained and some great tips thanks again man very professional love your videos knowledge and skill kind regards Dan T from New Zealand.

[@startingtech3900]

Kid before me had a shop do this repair in 2022 and it’s LEAKING 2 months later. Have to get it warrantied now! A pain!!

[@BarkBarque]

My E46 had a leaky valve cover gasket when I first got it, I fixed it soon after and other than a small amount of oil consumption I have no oil issues! I guess I'm lucky XD

[@m.kastro591]

wow wow wow, kudos for giving us this great content especially for the frugal BMW enthusiast. I wonder how much book time is this worth? hopefully more than 8 hours.

[@kimidevil]

I watched the Master Class. Thank you ! Is the E60 N52 design the same?

[@javarithms]

All thumb downs from stealership mechanics 🤣🤣 great job Jason 👍🏽

[@hulk-smash-deez-hose.7951]

Lol it’s true 😆

[@davidkaye8712]

Your a Haynes manual in video format :) As we know rubber does not mix well with oil, I think it is more to do with bad design.

[@xpo186]

Awesome DIY!! Thank you for the tips and tricks as well!

[@miguelcastaneda7236]

Ahh so do sabbs...power steering... went to LA auto show and asked they said oh yea no problem just check weekly

[@erickromero010]

Worn motor mounts usually shake anything that rests on the valve cover (a wrench and what not) They usually affect 6 speed more on downshifts especially if you don’t rev match. I tore a belt testing a car before buying it lol.

[@erickromero010]

Wish they made a better pan gasket

[@mcduvall2000]

Great video! What did you use to clean everything under the car? That looked pretty nice afterwards. Only thing I would add is I believe you're supposed to torque them in a pattern starting in the center and working your way towards the front/rear of the pan.

[@jonathanowen6147]

Excellent video, Jason.

[@_jovian]

thanks man, great stuff, about to do this on my 10 535

[@haribotoystory9890]

BMW LEGEND CHANNEL ❤️

[@suurkartul]

They do actually run hotter by design i'm sure for emissions or something, typical target coolant temps are 105-108deg C as opposed to 90-92 deg. which is stupid when most of the components are made mostly of plastic. Can be adjusted in the tune using the MHD suite to run at a cooler temp. im sure this contributes to the failure of the gasket, but I mean rubber is better than cork...I guess?

[@Industrial_Mechanic]

Hi. Very informative. Thank you for the video. I have a 2011 f10 with N55 RWD. Will this be the same for my car? Thank you again.

[@richardboyer1866]

This is an amazing job,, but i have one question,,, how you figure out which bolt goes where when you put everything back together ???

[@davida4743]

Holy Crap……. For an oil pan gasket. You’re a killer! I’ll let it leak😎

[@andrewvillanueva3722]

I have a lexus ls430 2001 with the original oil pan gasket. My lexus ls430 2001 has 334000 miles original engine and transmission. Changed the timing belt 3 times with new denso spark plugs and serpentine belt. Just regular maintenance brake pads and new fluids.

[@javarithms]

too bad lexus doesn't drive like BMWs.

[@andrewvillanueva3722]

@@javarithms as long as it stands on the road and I don't hear outside noise i am good. You can have those 2000.00 brake jobs. Where everything need to be replaced. While I pay 200.00 for all 4 brakes.

[@Cleopatra1233]

Good explanation and details, thank you. Are BMWs hard to work on? What about Mercedes and Audi? Which one is easier ?

[@50sKid]

I think BMWs are really easy to work on. I think Mercedes are as well but I haven’t worked on many of those. I hear some Audis are a nightmare

[@jamiestanley8774]

My n52 5251 oil pan gasket was leaking through 5 maby 6 bolts .i tightened them up a touch and only 1 may be leaking now. Engine was producing a lot of preasure in valve cover .i took it for a few good trips and now have no preasure . So hopefully next check may have no oil pan leak .🤞🖖