BMW N54 Oil Filter Housing Gasket E90/E60/335i/E92

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Today I show you how to replace the oil filter housing gasket on a E92 but it is the same process for E90's, 335i, E60's, any BMW with the N54 motor.
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[@rongill1967]

ShopLifeTV in your experience how much should a decent mechanic charge me for this? Got a 2012 335is

[@staymedicatednyc]

Do I have to drain coolant when replacing oil filter housing gasket for 6sp n54 ?

[@williambryan5188]

As a non-BMW owner, I want to rave about this video. Excellent pacing, superb camera work, detailed descriptions as you moved along. All the gotchas that the home mechanic will encounter were highlighted perfectly. I don't know if you own your own shop or not. If you do, I can only imagine the customers patiently waiting for you to maintain their car. If you work in a shop for someone, WHATEVER THEY ARE PAYING YOU IS NOT ENOUGH! Well done young man! A credit to your profession!

[@Icepressa]

Hes been making videos for years even as a young teenager, and yes he does have his own shop! But he has a good KZbin following aswell!

[@gnicevids]

Just want to say thank you for this diy. Took the chance and did this myself yesterday and it took me 4 and a half hours to complete the job. Your explanation are great and your videos are so helpful. I may not comment every time but I do watch your video regularly again thank you. And keep up the good work.

[@MrNicoe36cabrio]

Another great N54 DIY. The details makes this video a 10 !!! Dutch regards.

[@jimmylee2745]

Dam, I just watch another diy take apart the front end with fan and, using rags and towels for leaks. I'm glad I watched you video, made it look 10 x simpler . You got a new sub

[@mrgarrison6646]

Ever since I bought a BMW I have been watching your channel religiously! Keep up the good work!

[@ivanpompa]

Your videos are a BIG help for all of us who own a BMW!! THANKS SO MUCH!

[@famouskpham]

Great video! I wish I had watched this earlier this month. I had the oil filter housing gasket fail and it caused the belt below it to snap and shred. Now it's in the shop to see if there's any shredded belt material that got sucked into the engine. Note to self and any other N54 owners, don't ignore an oil leak.

[@KimboDogg07]

Gotta love how dude says “customers needs it’s car back today” and he’s working on his own car 😂…..

[@alexlikesguitarable]

Thank you for getting right to the point and being on topic!

[@favsdd4378]

you deserve more likes and subscribes man... i had my e46 and your videos helped me now i have an E60 you're still helping.

[@khyleking6312]

Thanks for the video i'm attempting my gasket change this weekend i've watched your video like 7 times so far I think i'm ready thanks again

[@anthonythompson753]

This video is soooo helpful. I’m going to replace this part real soon and I know this video will help. Thank you so much for your detailed video. Also, just a rant about BMW. ALL OF THIS DAMN WORK JUST TO GET TO ONE DAMN BOLT. THANKS BMW! I Love my NA Miata, so easy to work on.

[@ibrxhimmma8962]

Great video man I know I’m 2 years late but it doesn’t change the fact that this video and channel are great, earned yourself another subscriber

[@patriciacordova9375]

Such a great video! I’m having the same issue with my 2008 335i thank you for this!!

[@richardcasselman4331]

Very detailed and helpful, thank you!

[@freemaysin5088]

learned alot from your channel man thanks

[@jparish2469]

really good clear video matey good job

[@markt9438]

Dude Great job again ! it is a 500 buck job at most shops ! Love your Genius ,you make it look so Easy ! Best DIY s Guys Ever !!! 2 thumbs up .

[@JayFuentes-gs2bl]

Thank you for this video.

[@bsouza1675]

Excellent job👍

[@ZHPBrent]

Thanks, just had to do this on my 335👍

[@garygrenier]

Doing this today on my 2009 535, leaked enough over time to soften my upper radiator hose and cause a coolant leak, so replacing that as well. Already replaced my belt and front main seal earlier this year (thankfully the belt only got pulled into the motor a bit and was able to extract it in one piece!!). That is a horrible design flaw with these motors (the chronically leaking oil housing gasket as well)!!

[@danthemanbender5873]

BMW Engine Coolant Hose Z4 325i 325i,325xi,330i,330xi URO11537545890PRM A metal coolant fitting for the front of that oil filter housing base. Very inexpensive and effective. No more worries about designing plastic fitting or coolant leaks. I didnt remove my intake I used a 1/4 in drive shallow socket and swivel to remove the bolt under the intake. Super easy job! BMW wanted $1,600 bucks and parts was $27 dollars for the gasket.

[@N54GASM]

I think there was quite a few things that you honestly didn’t have to remove at all like the engine support brace and other connectors/ vacuum lines but hey still nice tutorial!

[@sean00777]

Thank you!

[@marvinorellanaautoservice4470]

Good job men

[@peruviang91]

hey man love your channel you do great work on all your vids, quick question, im doing a n54 swap on a 07 bmw 335xi, any tips on what to replace as far as gaskets and bolts (heard the aluminium bolts are not reusable)? thanks man keep up the good work.

[@borizh]

This is a great tutorial! But I have a question... what suggestions do you have for a stripped aluminum bolt? (It’s the E10 that is on the underside of the oil filter housing).

[@alabed4874]

Thanks for the video do you have other video for oil pan gasket for same engine?

[@josephbonilla5910]

Thanks for sharing l will do my tomorrow 11/13/2023 🙏

[@user-vt6vq6lh6o]

Thanks for the helpful video. Do you need to drain the coolant reservoir to do this job or can you do it without draining the coolant?

[@XexyzKronos]

Thanks bro.

[@davemarcinczyk2050]

Just pickup 2009 535i XDrive real high miles runs bad at start low oil pressure after it warms up it ok sounds fine and advice

[@jayshivpatel8584]

Hey Jason I recently came across you channel and really like ur work. Where can I get in touch with u regarding a project I m planning on.

[@ryanbrown5961]

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[@ijdad99]

Does the hose to the throttle body need to be fully removed, or is it possible to just disconnect it at the intake manifold and pull the manifold? Or is it to difficult to finesse the manifold back in later? Great video. Thanks.

[@sechszylinder8055]

Did you prime the oil system before test drive ? I have seen lot of engine failure after this job if priming procedure has not performed

[@z4funkdreamer986]

hi you dont oiled up the housing gasket like many youtubers but wonder if it need to be oiled up in order to extend replacement routine or if it is not recommended thanks

[@biwwdabeah]

Jason , now that you’re in California are the cars you are finding in better condition than the ones from the east or SC you had been finding?

[@phillipguy4890]

Do those 3 bolts have to be torqued to a certain poundage? I am doing mine in a few days. Thank you for any info

[@williamglenn7488]

I did mine and have alot of engine codes, boost sensor, crankshft position sensor and thermal oil level sensor. Can antifreeze get into the mix changing this gasket.

[@760sky9]

Jason,Bro you are to young to have all this knowledge!Lol, I know someone is hiding behind the camera and telling you what to say.Seriously thanks for your time and hard work.

[@nelsonweisberg2753]

Does coolant and oil pass threw the filter housing ?

[@giloquendo]

Hi I have a 2008 328i and I'm getting oil in the coolant reservoir does it has only one gasket?

[@mattmaskell4257]

Good video m8 how much do you charge to fix this problem

[@klaybeck8518]

Hi,im changing my oil filter housing in my e90 ,the lower bolt is strip. Any advise to remove the bolt?i need help asap. Thank you

[@mr.opinion6576]

How long would u say this took u to finish?

[@gamecast92]

So i'm not draining my coolant before i do the replacement, I know i'll lose a little coolant from the hose, but when i put it back together --- am i in the clear to drive it 15-20 minutes to my auto shop to have oil and coolant change? Or do i have to fill it up with more coolant?

[@nonagreeable]

Do I need to disconnect battery before doing this?

[@theunqualifiedgamer2344]

Is there specific torque specs for those three bolts? I don't think my quarter inch torque wrench will fit in there!

[@dominictrejo1306]

Would a symptom be oil in coolant? Or what could that possibly be

[@shahmir8041]

Any chance of doing this video for a N20?

[@RE4L72]

So you don’t have to drain the coolant or oil before taking it apart and changing gasket?

[@DR_socal]

Bought a e89 n54 a few months back, already had a leak... I'm assuming this is a common issue?

[@globaldayz]

If you have a oil filter housing gasket leak on a n54 e90 would you have a burning smell on the interior followed by smoke from the passenger side of the engine?? Or does this sound closer to a valve cover leak??Any opinions greatly appreciated.👍

[@angelavila3261]

Valve cover leak forsure

[@josephtran7931]

this is way old but the oil filter def can cause burning smell, more than anything it'll cause like your belt to get worn down and squeaky cause it drips right on there, passenger side has valve cover so it more likely could be that, what did it end up being

[@anythingandanything3826]

Valve cover most likely

[@markt9438]

always check highest level ,oil housing is just as high and would be my first look see !

[@robertmarsh4652]

so that plastic part he is talk about in where the oil filer is, Is a very important part that will cause you to go into limp mode and throw Intake VANOS codes, I learned that the hard way today

[@nicolascastellanos8716]

Robert Marsh what time in the video?

[@beamerandthebeast3979]

@@nicolascastellanos8716 at 8:38 there is a cap that you put the filter on before you put it into the oil housing. That is crucial because as robert said, It can throw codes. Especially if its a tuned 335i, you dont want a bouncing oil filter

[@staymedicatednyc]

Does anyone know if I have to change coolant when doing this for 6sp n54 335 ?

[@robertkenney6002]

Do you have to drain all oil or can I get away with just sucking what’s out of that housing out?

[@blackhammer1957]

How do you clean the expansion tank

[@DEX-dm7nt]

Do we need to “PRIME THE OIL “ have a 07 335xi n54.

[@chriscarr8907]

Thank you! Guy was gonna charge me $1300 to do this

[@marckiefer4708]

My guy is going to charge me $600 and unfortunately I'm going to have to pay him because I'm 6000 miles from my garage and tool box. At least it's not $1300!

[@jamalhippolyte94]

I have a 2009 bmw 335i and I just noticed I have oil on coolant car is not overheating could this be the problem. The car only has 109k miles I hope it’s not the head gasket

[@leefunkera]

Very helpful video! You just saved me $835.20. That’s what my favorite shop quoted me, which was a bit lower than the other local Indy shops. Is it necessary to do an oil change in conjunction?

[@TheFrenchPug]

That is just insane pricing to do this relatively simple job. They're charging you dealer pricing.

[@leefunkera]

@@TheFrenchPug Indeed, that is actually much cheaper than dealer pricing in this area. Dealer pricing is absolutely ridiculous here. You’re actually saving quite a bit with the price I mentioned if you want this work done locally 😅

[@MrNicoe36cabrio]

And in some cases this oil leak can actually cause an even bigger problem. When the belt becomes so slippery that it comes off, it shreds behind the crank pully and can destroy your oil seal and even will force pieces of the belt through the crank seal into your oil pan!!! Removing and cleaning the oil pan at the dealership is about $900 I think, because of the big amount of labor .......

[@josephdimond820]

Does it work on 535i?

[@brandenkopecky1025]

What is the first sensor you unplugged? I need to get that replaced and can’t find any info

[@TheFrenchPug]

The first sensors he disconnected were the 02 sensors. The second was the oil pressure sensor. The one on the charge pipe is a MAP sensor for high pressure air flow measurement.

[@aaronwilliams8600]

A bit late, but new BMW owner trying this myself. Do you replace the oil filter with a new one or reuse? Do you change the oil during this as well? If you loosen the intake manifold to get the housing out, doesn’t that break the seals? Shouldn’t you just remove it and replace the seals vs chancing that developing a leak too?

[@TheFrenchPug]

You can re use unless you're changing your oil at the same time. Depending on how long its been the last time you replaced your manifold gaskets, it wouldn't be a bad idea since they're not expensive. I've seen many, many videos where they just put the manifold back on though.

[@herberthlopez2199]

Hey bro, do you know where can I get the o ring gasket?

[@JPitty2011]

Dealership has it for less than $6 for 2

[@FOT2010]

What's a reasonable amount of labor a mechanic can honestly charge for a job like this? Based on this video, you made it look straight forward.

[@TheFrenchPug]

I paid a BMW mechanic $400 to do in his garage. I think that is fair because that is about what I'd charge to do it myself now. Nothing is super fun on a BMW.

[@kevinjones8056]

Any torque specs?

[@khemchee4685]

I know nothing about BMW'S I inherited a e90 335i from my father who passed. Car only has 80k but has had lots items replaced. Trying to keep it in tip top pristine condition. Just recently replaced the fuel pressure regulator assembly due to a cracked housing. Looks like I too have a slight leak coming from this oil filter housing. My question is I don't need new intake manifold gaskets? Also no need for any type of high temp gasket sealer on that housing with the gasket? Thank you.

[@Cdswjp]

Khem Kush I heard another guy mention no need for the gasket sealer if it’s an oem sealer. You probably also want to use new bolts...

[@thegyptiandream]

Is it required to bleed the coolant system after doing this? If so do you have a video of how to do it

[@TheFrenchPug]

No it's not. I know this is very late :)

[@kenikriezispirasspatas8982]

Hey I have question.? I found gas in my oil a litre more when I changed my oil. Any idea how it got in. Pressure is perfect. Piston wise.! Please let me know.

[@colinodon1]

its blowing by the piston rings on the compression stroke

[@Phillijr100]

What’s the tork?

[@joelgonzales135]

How expensive is this job? I literary got a call saying that I need it replaced and cleaned.

[@dallrevenge9256]

I was told by one mechanic about a 1000 bucks.

[@im_pricetrained140]

I recently took my 2008 n54 to get the gasket replaced but i noticed my water pump kept running after i would shut off the car.. i open the coolant resevoir and notice oil in there .. any idea what these guys couldve done wrong?? Also the hose at minute 6:45 leaked all my coolant and there is a tiny oil leak that keeps coming from one of the hose/pipes at minute 18:17 i think its the one that goes to the inner cooler pipe ..anything helps thanks!

[@dirrtyxris3919]

Sounds like the problem was the gasket, however, the coolant wasnt drained and replaced. Its always a good idea to drain and replace the coolant if you are opening the system up.

[@mnisijsjoesim3940]

Camerawoman nailed the job😀. Thanks again for the DIY Oil leaks from the housing and head cover damaged the belt. My engine seized power and so I am rebuilding it. I suspect it lost timing because of the oil leak on the chewed up belt🤔.

[@keithr6646]

at 8:44 you mention missing a center piece in the oil filter. do you have a part number for that? i cant find it anywhere. thanks

[@keithr6646]

i guess its part of the cap. thanks

[@Bluewillicars]

Hi Name is John I have question? I was told that I need to replace my head thermo filter? If so what does one look like and do you have a video on this change out. Thanks

[@buzzyinurface]

J Williams if what you’re talking about is the cylinder head - thermostat coolant hose, it’s the one he talks about being corroded inside the head. It starts just underneath the oil filter housing and the connector has 2 bolts making it look like Mickey Mouse ears 🐭

[@gdeangelkick]

@@buzzyinurface The thing to do when you replace that hose is get the metal replacement hose bib to attach to the head and then clamp on the hose rather than put back on more of BMW's limited-life-span plastic. There is info on bimmer forums about it. If you were told to replace the hose, then do it because it will explode spontaneously and you'll loose all your coolant on the road. As far as filters go, I don't think there is one between the head and the thermostat... so if someone used those terms for you (and you didn't just get it mixed up youself) I wouldn't let that person near my car.

[@bennyang8049]

I was told the bolts holding the housing is made out of aluminum and have to be replaced everytime because they warp after being torqued the first time. Can you confirm that?

[@gdeangelkick]

Shop manual says that aluminum one-use bolts are painted blue from BMW. That doesn't mean someone didn't work on the car and you have ones that aren't blue... but if you know the cars history was dealer serviced, I think if they aren't blue you can reuse them.

[@motaboata]

Great video @ 6:43 You talk about a hose that has 2 10mm bolts holding it in and it gets corroded. What part is that?

[@georgeyacoub6719]

Thats connected to the thermostat

[@jeremy111995]

George Yacoub what’s the name of it?

[@donteellington7911]

Here for the next person to ever watch lol. Coolant Outlet hose to thermo

[@hewes4239]

Make sure to change your oil after doing this or it could damage the vvt solenoids and those are usually $100 a piece. You’ll know they are bad when the car give you a bunch different codes after this job

[@supra966]

Can you do with E10 swivel 1/4" socket for last bolt like N52s? I need this done but wanted to see if anyone tried that.

[@760sky9]

Unfortunately there is no way, you just have to get over it and loosen the intake bolts and slide it back enough.

[@osnielperez5968]

Do you have to use new aluminum bolt as well or can we reuse the original ones?

[@wirelessconnectllc]

I stripped that bolt you said to be careful. Is there a technique to removing it. I made it worst by using different stripe bolt tools.

[@wirelessconnectllc]

I ended up using a strip bolt removing kit from rocketsocket. Had all the sizes from 6.0 to 10 at .25 increment. Used a 3/8 adapter, hammered the socket with rachet on it and used a pipe.

[@phillipguy4890]

What tool did you use? Im about to do mine this weekend .Dont want to taje off the extra hose.. I bought a 8mm 12 point wrench

[@AshwinLB]

I can't tell in the video but are you reusing the bolts?

[@BlixemBlixem]

Agree. From my understanding they are 1 time use aluminum bolts.

[@roberthatley7415]

Bro no need to take off the charge pipe completely. Or the vacuum line from the manifold to the diverter valves. If you break that line build your own. I did that when I had to completely remove the intake mani to do the starter on my 335i.

[@martinssebris182]

hi! can you halp me ? i have N42 engine then is warmed up and when i start drivin un low rpm 1000 -1500. i goes lose power un jumping rpm ? i get to servis ho got a same car and nothing . maybe You know the problem.

[@beamerandthebeast3979]

check your vacuum lines. On my 335i, I replaced most of my vacuum lines and noticed boost lag was minimal and my car went through the RPMs smoother as well as my fuel economy went up. If that doesnt work, replace your mass airflow sensor. If you had an N54, I would tell you to replace your charge pipe to a metal 1

[@nonagreeable]

My stock charge pipe won't go back into the manifold

[@SirWideback]

If this gasket is leaking, will oil run from it down to the left along the ledge of the head of the engine? Came across an oil leak im assuming is coming from the oil filter, but i cant tell 100%. The way the oil runs along the head makes me think the actual head gasket (not valve cover gasket) is leaking, but it does look as if its coming from the oil filter. Help would be much appreciated!

[@christianadams9028]

lol 3 years later. was it the oil filter housing gasket??

[@SirWideback]

@@christianadams9028 yes lol

[@DavidN5X]

👍

[@HectorGarcia-yb3ps]

I want an alpha decal

[@iBryaaannnn]

Question for anybody who can answer, why exactly does he unplug the vacuum like from the canister & the o2 sensors? Just for extra space?

[@YouTube.TOM.A]

Specifically citing the N54 engine. The vacuum tube is connected to two small vacuum lines that are right above the third bolt holding down the housing, there is no room to push them aside towards the manifold. The Oxygen sensor connectors are removed to allow the intake manifold to slide backwards a few inches, because that is the only way that you can access that third bolt on the oil cooler housing.

[@YouTube.TOM.A]

I have been working on BMW s for a while. This is the most " mechanic abuse" that I have seen from that manufacturer. With some exceptions the world is at your feet when you are in the design stages, but how this bolt ended up below the intake manifold with no access to remove it, without hours of work [ specifically referencing the 335i convertible ] is beyond me to reason [ Year 2004 to 2013 ]. And the Damn Housing is always leaking and dripping on the moving serpentine belt causing it to prematurely fail, slinging oil into the alternator and across the whole front of the engine. Oh BROTHER!!!

[@jamarjuniel3643]

Do u really have to unhook all that just to replace the gasket

[@josemario1606]

No. Not at all.

[@gabrielalmuina6025]

yes, try to do yourself withought taking all that off

[@ricardodelriego4013]

what's a fair price for a mechanic to charge?

[@marckiefer4708]

it's 5 hours of labor plus parts. My mechanic is charging me about $600 but there's another guy in this thread that was going to get charged $1300! I'd say if you can get a shop to do the job for less than $500, you're not getting taken advantage of.

[@colewhitcomb6573]

It’s not just new n54’s. My ‘07 has an oil cooler.

[@Tonybmw1988]

Is it manual or automatic? Isn’t it not available on automatics? Mine is 06 manual and it has the cooler

[@hectorlopez9224]

Honestly that is a mission just to replace an o ring.

[@cvlogssv898]

Literally changed this a week ago man , so common :/

[@TheVulcan131]

One of the most common areas that leak oil on just about all BMWs.

[@streetfamouscarclub8250]

where is the oil cooler lines