BMW Fuel Injector Replacement DIY (BMW F30 328i N20/N26)

[@Hyytekk]

I'm replacing plugs and coils on my 2015 228i with 95,000 soon as my parts arrive and after watching numerous videos feel confident. But this injector replacement is blowing my mind. Lmao for the reviewers saying it looks so simple! I have almost all the tools already, but man, that looks intimidating. Thanks for the video. I do agree that the music and sped up footage are not helpful.

[@ImranKhan-ej3fy]

Showing us all how to take them out but not how to correctly put the new ones in. Bravo 👏🏽

[@joelvanhorn7448]

Exactly

[@zach.f30]

They did show it though.

[@zach.f30]

@@joelvanhorn7448 they did show it

[@bendavid5029]

To those who don’t get it. Proper installation involves compressing the ptfe seals.

[@edbarrett6421]

Good vid, I had a mis motor idled real bad had 3 dealerships tell me timing chain and wanted over 7,000 to do the job, I was skeptical. Motor only had 13,000 miles on new motor. Changed everything I read on line, nothing worked so I bought new injectors, problem fixed. Bought the car from my sister, they had a new motor put in it at 66,00 miles. Issue started at 77,000 miles. So any bmw n20 probably will need new injectors around 75,000 miles.

[@maggiereyes6796]

Hey i have an n20 about 69k miles, i just ordered my injectors to keep up with maintenance but i noticed u said mechanics told u you had timing chain issues, was your car kindve jumping at acceleration from a standstill? or did u have any timing chain issue like symptoms? any check engine light?

[@edbarrett6421]

@maggiereyes6796 every thing was fine, just started it up and that's when it started idling bad, would not stay running.

[@SilentEscape818]

Getting my n26 fuel injectors done tomorrow, getting misfires & lean codes. Timing chain was done 2 months ago, failed at 72k miles.

[@jonowen6612]

Constructive criticism here. I own 3 BMWs. Newest is 2013 F30. I watch all your videos and usually gain a lot of knowledge. I do my own repairs and buy almost everything from FCPEURO. (Look at my purchase history, normally hundreds of $ per month, as I’m a perfectionist who anticipates problems and repairs them beforehand.) 1. Stop using so must fast motion. I need to see what you’re doing. 2. Lose the drum “music”. I want to hear what you’re doing, from you, in real time. 3. To see how it’s done, watch Otto on bavauto’s old KZbin channel. When they were in business, I bought everything from them, regardless of price, because his videos were so good. You’re an awesome mechanic, and I want to learn from you.

[@elmasloco822]

KZbin let’s you alter the playback speed of the video

[@axd0703]

Any advice for repair manuals for the f30 n20

[@musclefactory9181]

This guy is my favorite mechanic.

[@fcpeuro]

😎

[@patrickh.9556]

To remove the injectors and reinstall I’m reading that if it takes more than 5nm of torque to remove it, the injector needs to be replaced. Why? Is it due to scoring the teflon tip? What actually goes ‘bad’ that you cant refresh the seals and reinstall? Can’t we just replace the teflon tip and washer? Thx

[@theodoreesawjr.8352]

Fantastic Illustration!!!!!

[@TheRafalblog]

Well explained thank you. Let me ask before I start should I disconnect the battery? There is the possibility that the fuel pump can pump some fuel after the feeding line from HPFP is removed.

[@danielspacutrealtor2179]

Best video on this subject! Thank you.

[@chrisdelvecchio4710]

I like how the hpfp magic'ed itself away and then back 😛

[@neomolusi5650]

hi buddy i have the same f30 328i ,but mine only broke the piston rings, it doesn't build up compression..do i need to take out the engine or what's your advice to fix it easy and smart???

[@analistaa1]

Awesome! Thank you 🙏

[@thewheeltroll1833]

Great video!!!

[@tdsl011]

Thank you, great video!!!

[@112rorz]

Hi, I noticed you didnt torque the fuel rail and fuel pump nuts. Just tightened with spanner by feel? Or do we need a torque spanner? I dont really want to invest in a torque spanner, how do i know how much tighten them?

[@catalinmoloce]

Do oyu have to reset the Fuel trims after injectors replacements? I had 2 leaking injectors, and now i get positive short term fuel trim and negative long term, I've don't 300km and they still look the same

[@bravosava]

Short question. I have a 320d, and my injectors are full of oil. When i start the car it smokes so much that it looks like a smoke bomb. Is this valve cover sealing related?

[@neomolusi5650]

Hi buddy, I'm getting the same problem in my 328i. So I would like to replace them myself witch looks really easy(DiY) My question it that is it possible to replace the injectors, spark plugs and coil overs without using a diagnostic machine after replacing them Because I don't have a diagnostic machine

[@slengoslengaw8510]

Do you need to reset the adaptations?

[@fcpeuro]

Hey there, for these you need to calibrate the injectors to the vehicle so that the car knows exactly what injectors it is running, covered around the 18min mark!

[@Darkhorse-1974]

What are the torque requirements for installing the high pressure fuel rail connections?

[@fcpeuro]

For the fuel rail connections, BMW calls for 30±3 Nm.

[@ForzaUBS]

I have 100k on my n20, the injectors are quite noisy. Did new injectors quiet them down?

[@elmasloco822]

You don’t need to remove the high pressure fuel pump, right? I’m assuming he replaced that

[@Ocast333]

no need to if you are doing just injectors. You might need a diagnostic scan tool to reprogram injectors if they are all different values.

[@DupekCSS]

Guys great work! But could You please add subtitles to your videos?

[@catalin.c]

Ok so, when you put back the new injectors u dont have to use the tool anymore?

[@rickn4082]

No you don’t I made the mistake of using it to installed them back and almost stripped two injectors. Great video and ez installed . You need a tool for the injectors coding is a must .

[@LynxStarAuto]

You should. The tool sets the initial depth of the injector in the bore. The clamp finishes it off. If you just push it with your hand, you might go too far, or not far enough, then it binds when you clamp it down with the retainer. That can cause issues down the road.

[@joepalooka4720]

How do I know should I clean my injectors or just replace them

[@alexsoto1854]

Where is the value located if all the number are together

[@ybliga]

thanks for a very helpful video. Just one question - after entering the injector compensation values, is there any need to reset any adaptations to allow the engine to relearn or is it fine to merely enter the new compensation codes and leave it at that??

[@alanwatts5537]

I need some help guys..i have a 2015 bmw 528i..i replaced thr valve cover gasket,before that everyhing was running fine but after i replaced a coil cause it was stuck in cylinder #4.i sprayed a lot of dw40 started the car and cylinder #4 wasnt working,unplugged #4 and saw no difference.i removed the spark plug and reinstalled it,nothimg change then i swaped coil 4 to coil 2 and 4 was still dead..i unplugged #4 fuel injector and #1 and now i have misfires in 1 and 4..i unplugged the injectors while car running

[@matthewdelacruz2353]

How do i know when i need to change these

[@Orlandobori]

I’m getting a very bad decreased in gas mileage could it be the injections I have no check engine light

[@byggare10]

@fcpeuro do you use oem-part for the injectors? Or is it aftermarket part?

[@fcpeuro]

They are linked in the video description for you to see!

[@gerhardlamprecht1098]

It was not clear which 3 digit value is the calibration value. There are several 3 digit numbers

[@anthonyspencer9]

I’ve got a 2013 320i F30, all the videos showing the injectors/fuel rail show it to the side. But mine appears to be behind the engine?! It’s a U.K. model, anyone got any photos/videos showing this setup?

[@maxwellkeeling3781]

Great video! I had to do injector 4 when I got my car used at around 71,000KM as it was leaking slightly. I didn't use any compression tools for the teflon gasket that came with the new Bosch injector, was already installed. I see that you guys didn't use one either but I guess this was a bigger deal on previous models/revisions? Was easy enough to install by hand, too!

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[@howardlucca7949]

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[@howardlucca7949]

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[@bryanmsmith888]

I need some help with my 328i 2013 N26. Replaced plugs, coil packs all cylinders, injector #4. Followed a video to re-enter codes, all codes are zeros and cannot update with correct codes

[@autowrenchsales]

U keep fast forwarding the method of taking out the injector wiring plugs would have been nice to see how hard they were to actually pull apart.

[@Diego_-sg4vk]

I don’t have a coding system what do I do

[@pobinr]

whats the music for ?

[@NicolasCageIsActuallyARobot]

Your kit links to a Volvo oil filter wrench, by the way.

[@fcpeuro]

Whether or not Nicolas Cage is actually a robot or not, you saved us big time on catching that ^.^ Much appreciated, the link has been updated!

[@miguelrodrigues9273]

What is the difference between the u5 injectors from early year f30 328i and the u6 on the 15/16 models and up

[@mustaphaqasab9241]

eu5 require programming the eu6 dont i think and is either or, meaning you cant swap eu5 for eu6 or eu6 ones for eu5

[@patrickh.9556]

FCP team please confirm… I read elsewhere that if your production date is after 07/01/2013 it is always EU6. Also, select EU5 type if production date is before 7/1/2012 and EU6 with production date after 7/1/2012. Also might check with a flashlight if all the flow rates on the currently installed injectors are (215). If so, more likely its a EU6 type. As the video explains any EU5 type requires individual flow rates configured and readapted to computer.

[@alanwatts5537]

I have checked mine and 1 and 4 cylinders mark 215 i suppose all 4 are 215

[@austinkarwoski4751]

Would a snap on scan tool work

[@slow.320i2]

Is this capable of running E30?

[@leroyrcrumjr9368]

Great video thank you

[@fcpeuro]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mymemories925]

​@@fcpeuro hi there I have a UK bmw 330e? I'm trying to find the 3 digit code on the fuel injector to input for all 4 injectors? Is it part of a longer number, there are some 4 digit numbers in the corner? Kindly help me please thanks

[@ruufiss9922]

welp this looks like something im going to have to take in

[@hollowgr0und]

When reinstalling the actual injector into the cylinder, how do you know its seated properly? Im assuming its not threaded. My inj in cyl6 keeps slightly vibrating up and down upon idle. Can anyone help please!!!

[@fcpeuro]

The injector will bottom out when you drop it in by hand, then the retaining plate will keep it from moving. If your injector is moving around, then your plate may be bent, or not installed correctly. We would highly advice not driving the vehicle until you can resolve that due to the fire hazard that can be.

[@hollowgr0und]

@@fcpeuro THANK YOU GUYS! I found it out myself after rechecking my work again for a third time. The retaining plate had 2 prongs one on either side that were indeed bent. I bent them back and now my injectors are sitting snug.

[@aarondostou3888]

Is coding necessary on b58.? I’ve heard yes I’ve heard no

[@tamekatameka7197]

Hello I have a 2014 BMW 535i xDrive with an n55 engine I replace one of my injectors with a eu6 and I started having misfires after that what is the problem I ordered the eu5 now I'm about to get my mechanic to put in the eu5

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Tameka, there is a procedure you need to follow in order to determine which injector your vehicle requires: Per BMW service bulletin SI B13 03 15 the injectors in the vehicle may not match with what is listed in the BMW ETK. Identify the injector installed in the vehicle using ISTAD 4.04 or later test plan using the following path: Vehicle management - Service Functions - Powertrain - Engine Electronics - Injector Determination Test plan will state, "this engine required EU# injectors". This fuel injector is for vehicles with an EU6 designation and will not work on a vehicle with a different designation. On N55 vehicles high pressure pump identification is not required.

[@tamekatameka7197]

@@fcpeuro thank you I found out I called the dealer with the part number from the old fuel injector I took out and they said it was a the eu5 so I replaced it with a eu5 and so far so good no drivetrain malfunction

[@twinturbo8304]

why do you have to code?

[@jman00]

So the problem I'm having is finding a N26 injector puller that fits the EU6 injector. Do the N20 and N26 motor use the same puller ? I see a lot of the N20 / N55 puller on Amazon can I purchase one of those and still have the same results?

[@jman00]

So I found a slide hammer style puller too bad the website you offered for the extractor was out of stock so I guess that works just fine so anyhow thanks for the help guys appreciate it have a good one

[@tedanoch]

Question brother! What happens if you forgot put the washers in the injectors?

[@Diego_-sg4vk]

Do you need to code ?

[@DellFreaks]

how do i know if i have eu5 or eu6 injectors?

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Dominic, we have it listed on our injector listings and goes as follows: Note: Per BMW service bulletin SI B13 03 15 the injectors in the vehicle may not match with what is listed in the BMW ETK. Identify the injector installed in the vehicle using ISTAD 4.04 or later test plan using the following path: Vehicle management - Service Functions - Powertrain - Engine Electronics - Injector Determination Test plan will state, "this engine required EU# injectors".

[@F80__Los]

great video why did this car need the injectors replaced?

[@fcpeuro]

The owner wanted to take care of some preventative maintenance and we wanted to be able to share this DIY with anyone looking to replace their injectors!

[@Harveje]

Can the old decouplers be re used or buy new?

[@matt.108]

Just buy new. They are only about $10 a decoupler

[@jammindavid310]

How can you find out if your car requires eu5 or eu6 injectors?

[@michaelbrown306]

You have to plug the car up to ISTA D or ISTA Pro and it will tell you which ones you need!

[@elmasloco822]

The part number is on the injector, eu5 - 0 261 500 109 eu6 -0 261 500 260

[@javelinwolfsburg3595]

Please do a video on a BMW V8 car. Like the BMW X5 or 6 Series using the N63TU motor. Thanks!!

[@nathanbliss6788]

Shouldnt you need to reset adaption values as well after injector replacement?? ISTA prompts this action.

[@irontrev1640]

Do you need to press the injectors back into the engine on a n55 ? With the tool ?

[@LynxStarAuto]

Yes. Not press. Rather set the depth into the cylinder. That's basically what you are doing when you follow the torque spec.

[@EuphoriaMusic1]

@@LynxStarAuto Have you had to install these injectors?

[@killahboii]

do i need to do any coding for my bmw n20 eu5 injectors?

[@Justself38]

Yes

[@markcroward2227]

i have same issues right now on my cylinder 6, the fuel injector is seized, after many attempts, the fuel injector head snapped, i was able to remove the other 5 injectors without problem. So as of today, it's slightly moving side to side a little whenever i use a plier of screwdriver to create motion. it’s a year 2012 bmw x6 35i, am thinking of pouring BG PLATINUM Air Intake Valve & Combustion Chamber Cleaner on top of it to see if it can break it loose. I did try Penetrate fluid, WD40 but no success, will there be issues with hydroplaning since i sprayed few amount of those fluid on it for the past few days? any ideas? thanks.

[@efcso100]

how u fix it ? same trouble

[@juraj_b]

The tools needed... would give it to the shop if price is reasonable since I don’t have the tools that are required most once

[@limabeemer3447]

Nice video, very helpful. I would like to know though how can I fix my “SOS malfunction” message on my 2016 328i. It just started today and with all the information online it can be very confusing into knowing what exactly is the cause of it. Any idea what could be the issue and how to fix or if anybody else might know???

[@GeckoDays]

Download and buy BIMMERLINK And buy a self diagnostic plug in that you can plug into your car and diagnose it via phone.

[@husseinsaad1381]

Hi this might be late but a new battery for the tcb would likely be the problem

[@k33m332]

So approximately how long would it take to install them yourself?

[@fcpeuro]

thats tough to say since it will depend on your DIy experience level

[@oshtheld]

Loved how they showed him entering his phone passcode lol

[@realtruth97]

I heard these injectors are good but not up to OEM standards? I heard they were good up to 100K miles? Can anyone give us a real person review about this? Is it true?

[@priscripzionz]

There's also a cushion for the high pressure fuel pump

[@3xcelsi0r10]

Do you need to calibrate EU6 injectors?

[@fcpeuro]

Hi, the process will be the same for the EU6 as it is for the EU5 units installed in this video!

[@magalahe1611]

2 hours of tool gathering and then work just to get access to the engine. i hate bmw.

[@petercan1020]

It would be nice if you could actually see what you were doing instead of speeding through the whole thing You can't tell which bolt hes unbolting in the beginning of the video I think it's time for redo on this video I'm giving it a thumbs down

[@roysingh5975]

Over engineered crap. 500 k Honda Odessy and still going.

[@juraj_b]

But who wants to drive that? 😏