N54 Common Problems -BMW e90/e60/x5/335

[@ShopLifeTV]

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[@LabidySlides]

Hey brother, I've been watching your video for the past 3 years and love the content you provide and truly appreciate you as a mechanic!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man! I appreciate the support!

[@johnn8117]

Thank you Jason for your thorough diagnosis of the most common issues with the n54. I’m looking at a 535xi now. This will help me ask the right questions

[@TheFrenchPug]

Hopefully you didn't buy one.

[@buraktekin1343]

I was thinking to swap n54 for my e60. Now I’ll consider all of these problems. Thanks master. I really appreciate

[@johnpoole2188]

Best n54 engine video I've seen !!!! If only you flashed up pictures of each bit rather then some bits for them DIY people ! Great job

[@mfcmfc8483]

2008 bmw 535i 80,000 miles Great Advice thank you

[@AllThingsG7]

Bro i was going to buy a 2008 bmw 535xi next week and after watching this, I don’t think ill be purchasing the car anymore thanks for helping me dodge a lot of bullets🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Saiyan585]

Most of it is basic maintenance lol. As far as the turbos go, turbos will go no matter what engine you have for 100k miles.

[@TheFrenchPug]

Have it checked out first by a BMW mechanic. Easy for them to spot any issues.

[@hanhhoangRE]

I just picked up a 335I thanks for making this video!!! =)

[@DemonSlayer-df4ym]

Bought another BMW to add to my collection...My 1st Turbo. 2007 335I . From a nice old lady. 130K miles

[@giusepperomano1453]

130k! How far was this church she drove to every Sunday?

[@aaronsuchy8852]

All of the problems you mention in this video literally happened on my E92 335i. valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket, coils, injectors, wastegate rattle, vanos solenoids...and on and on. However HPFP never had an issue.

[@anilec333]

The gasket seems need change every time when you buy 2nd hand bmw car. I think is normal. I owned e30 15 years.

[@machtschnell7452]

Nice tutorial except for the quick gloss over on DCT problems. This style is so much more helpful than the later soap opera style.

[@Spoolzone]

classic n54 problems! Love these things though

[@justswippin2693]

I appreciate this vid. I'm looking into 335is

[@DevPack]

just bought a 2009 335 with 48k miles. I should be ok for now lol. Good to know what to expect, great video!

[@Milo7]

Please do a n54 engine rebuild like you did with the m54. Hard to find and you have amazing tutorials!

[@the-next-gear3626]

Yes please do a rebuild tutorial Just bought my first 335i (N54). Learning this platform now.

[@giraffe8554]

@@the-next-gear3626 how’ve you’ve been liking it?

[@the-next-gear3626]

@@giraffe8554 I love the N54 so far but it is certainly high maintenance. You'll have to expect to perform most all of your maintenance to keep costs low. If you're good with that, I highly recommend it due to its capabilities and potential.

[@giraffe8554]

@@the-next-gear3626 I just bought one literally a week ago, has a misfire and throws up the code p331b. It’s on and off so it’s weird hopefully it’s nothing electrical, but we’ll see. I love it still though lol

[@ghoztrider407]

This video came in perfect timing. Just bought my first 335i! I did have one quick question. I have an oil pan gasket leak. Some ppl tell me I have to change the entire oil pan and some say the just an gasket. Which is it? An what is the average price of this job?

[@TheFrenchPug]

Are you 100% sure it's the oil pan? 99% is the oil leaking from the valve cover gasket on the top.

[@magincap70]

You gotta support the engine and drop the subframe. It's easily 10 hours of work. I think the book on it is 16 hours.

[@cop2506]

Don't listen to these people. Just let BMW repair it. They will give you a 2 year, unlimited Mileage warranty with the repair.

[@flop9326]

@@cop2506 no that’s stupid, take it to an Indy shop

[@flop9326]

@@TheFrenchPug an oil pan leak is different from a valve cover leak… it’s really easy to tell the difference

[@John-y3s]

Fantastic information thank you and despite the issues great power for the money

[@towardsanewera5480]

I have a 335xi coupe and I believe the electric pump has an issue. it had just started warning me, about the temp being really high and the fan was running on as well. what's the cost average for that some mechanics sometimes just wanna rip you off? thanks

[@johnlivingston907]

Holy crap THANKYOU SO MUCH

[@mnisijsjoesim3940]

Hi bro I'm learning lots from ya💪 Here's my issue that I strongly request your opinion. I was driving my e93. No codes no sound in motor. Suddenly and immediately after jumping speed calming hump the car lost power but engine still running. During inspection I noticed oil leaks on oil housing & valve cover. The belt was oiled and chewed up. Rackling sound on the timing side. I suspect the belt slipped and car lost timing. I removed oil pan. No metal pieces. Only noticed carbon build up on cylinder 6 coil. What do you suspect happened? I know I might have to buy new engine but I wanna study n know the problem. Your opinion. Respect👌

[@jeffl1944]

I was stranded dude from the hpfp in the winter during the bad days when they were new they superseded 6 times

[@maxnix346]

Good summary. What is specific to the DCT? Kind of skipped over those. A lot of them on 1351(s) and M cars.

[@BryanChance]

I wish I had seen this video before I got my 335i. Would have saved me alot of headache and money. LOL

[@Raptorman5174]

great video, I just bought a used e92 335i mad cheap and I am going through all of the maintenance items, it is a 6 speed so tranny issues. I'll be looking out for that Carly review, right now I have a laptop with BMW standard tool kit and my Schwaben Hand Held which is awesome btw but of course looking for other options. BMWTechnic is also a good coding alternative.

[@Goaheadandtry]

I am getting P0128 code on my 2007 335i. changed thermostat, Coolant pump, Coolant temperature sensor, checked All fuses, the code is still there. Before changing the pump, the car was overheating and going to still mode. Now it takes longer to overheat but still overheats. Any idea, please !

[@cjaye000]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE learn from my experience!!! I have a 2009 535i xdrive. Never Ever EVER put ethanol gas in these cars!!! I have had to rebuild my fuel system due to ethanol gas. All the carbon build up on the exhaust pipes. Misfire codes. Fuel pump failures. O2 sensors failures. Mass Air Processors (MAP) failures. Spark plug clogs. Coil failure. All these things failing can be contributed to the use of ethanol gas. I have had to replace all these parts due to using ethanol gas. I now burn pure gas only and the car runs amazingly different. Try it and you'll see. Great informational video by the way.

[@shiftautomotive854]

True man, I was thinking about going ethanol but I’ve read it’s no good for these cars

[@ZaidAbujumaiza]

Thank you

[@r53ownersclub6]

Hey man, good video thanks, just got a 335i tourer myself, what size are the vacuum lines please? thanks

[@stam9241]

Imagine if all the BMW owners with N54 actually saw this video.........

[@SLIMHARDAWAY543]

Facts !! Lol

[@BryanChance]

Yeah..i wish I saw this video before I got my 335i LOL.

[@larryadams1261]

Just got Z4 3.0i N54

[@fdurango]

N54 still being a reliable engine

[@TheFrenchPug]

Well, I have a 2009 n54 and I have had every single one of these problems. Except for the charge pipe. I replaced it when I tuned it. Just replaced factory turbos at 148k miles with Vargas ones.

[@pasttraveller5767]

what wrench, wrench extension and socket to use to pull brackets which holds fuel injectors????

[@OneSourceMortgage2877]

Hi Jason thank you so much for this...much appreciated 👍

[@lifeguardkliff]

When u mentioned the oil filter housing gasket did you show a clip of an e46? Seems misleading

[@naeem197128]

if we make LPG conversion to the N54 engine first is that possible second can solve all broblem in that engine

[@MrFaade]

Carly for BMW is very good. Very nice videos, love the content.

[@machtschnell7452]

Carly is a subscription.

[@efrainsantos8159]

Thank you appreciate your video and appreciate you👍🏻👍🏻

[@evojutsu]

Just like to add. 1) if you have engine power loss it’s due to bad spark plugs and fuel injectors. 2) MOST IMPORTANT. Fix the SUNROOF gasket or seals. If you don’t fix this , water gets into the battery compartment and back of the car which will cause power issues of not being be able to drive or even start the car properly. You change the battery then it dies in 2 months. Cause water is getting In!

[@carlosalvarenga7477]

Amigo : muy buena explicación, una pregunta que pasa con la valve pvc , cada cuanto se cambia , mi carro es un 2010bmw y no se que tiene ,ya le gasté 5,000.00dollares y hoy medicen que son los injectores , después de cobrarme ,dos veces ..

[@Annomaster3]

M57 and M54, the last good BMW engines :)

[@MKRN98]

I'm happy about my 335xi, but when I watch videos like this I wonder if I should sell it or keep it. :D Good to know about all of it though!

[@Thomas998822]

If you're a diyer like me, this is exciting...can't wait to start changing things as they break!🧰🔧🔩

[@KILLGRADY]

im trying to become a diyer from 0 experience just learning as i go. e60 535xi @@Thomas998822

[@kristijanlozar]

Hi man! I just bought my 335i N54 2007. Since i got it i have a preety annoying problem with a car shaking like the vanos are not working as they should. On an normal gas so no acceleration, just keeping it on a gas paddle thru town it kinda jurks the whole car.. Like its having a hard time keeping an normal gas(acceleration). I changed my vanos, oil, spark plugs all the little parts and the problem is still there. And afkors am still getting check engine light 82 for vanos and boost pressure in result of vanos not working right.. What would be a problem? Thanks for the answer.

[@lcshotta]

That's it, I'm going to do an electric motor swap

[@EpicGamer440]

might as well

[@baronspann3389]

Lol how

[@KzLollapalooza]

Lol

[@josephfigueroa3527]

You'll spend more than what it'd cost to make an N54 a bulletproof engine.

[@e4t662]

E90 hpfp and turbos, known problems, should I not buy an e90?

[@vintagetrk]

I have an E89 no one gives us any love. Love my N54 Z4's Rule and others drool.

[@paulvivier1984]

Thank you! Very in-depth

[@damaestro5667]

thanks for the informative video. what bmw would u recommend to buy that is younger than the e46 ?

[@dasjosh3637]

E36 lol 325i +

[@danielnapolez]

Hi question do you know the size of the vacuum lines ?

[@BLACKDAGGER794]

A kid at my school just bought a 335i with a manual trans. He paid 5k for it... i feel so bad for him! 😂😂😂

[@nunziocuttitta5571]

i have a 2008 535ix n54 engine with codes p0171 and p0174 .I have replaced both fuel pumps within the past year and recently did a smoke test and found a crack in the valve cover which i replaced.The car has a one issue in the morning it starts up fine within 15 seconds it will start to run rough till it warms up .also replace fuel filter .Any suggestions .Thanks

[@farmanshaikh6405]

Great video 👍 thanks for sharing!

[@huanweili7699]

What the most common issue that would cause a lean code on both banks on N54?

[@ProLightsUk]

Hello ,i got a question ,i will be very glad if you can give me advice,what i need to do !so my issues is that the driveshaft is loose ,when i turn the driveshaft left to right or right to left by hand is knocking ,and feel like loose .the car is bmw e60 525i 218hp m sport ,n53 engine 2007 automatic transmission.thank you for your time

[@giusepperomano1453]

They don't care. No money in it for them over the internet.

[@argetni119]

my check engine light came on with a code p0175. how can i fix it

[@supra88gte]

Hey any insight with the newer B58 engine?

[@hqganggreen]

How some videos for the e70..

[@soler233]

Hey man I have a 2008 bmw 535xi and my water is running when I shut off the car and my oil won’t rest and the oil level sensor is stuck on minimum even after and oil change I replaced the water pump alternator thermostat and oil level sensor the problem is still there the on code I’m getting is 002E7C bi-serial data interface signal PLEASE HELP I don’t know what to do

[@seppmeier9961]

DCT video would be great. Thx.

[@machtschnell7452]

How to completely change the fluid, not just drain some and refill.

[@wildboard60]

Seconding this. DCT video would be great for us 335is owners.

[@yamom5124]

Question, are the replacements better, or are they still unreliable and should I expect to have to replace them again in the near future

[@luis4210]

Replacements aren’t always better they can break any moment again so get something with warranty

[@Baboonass]

Very informative! Thanks 😃

[@claudedavenport6287]

Have u come across the p0016 on a 335i issue?

[@animemaster199]

I wish you were in NYC so you can help me with my 2008 335i N54

[@ShopLifeTV]

ill be back on the east coast soon !

[@animemaster199]

@@ShopLifeTV Hope to see you in NYC!

[@deonpillay3226]

I have a bmw F30 320 i smokey start up and some digging on the net suggests its going to be the turbo oil feed pipe. Is this a major issue, anyone had it replaced.

[@assaulter99]

I got it after long runs, you could see smoke coming from the wheel arches, I thought it was the brakes since I had just done these. Man I got lucky, the car could've burned since the oil leaks down on the exhaust pipe. And the car only had 40,000kms. Great car but...

[@mogulme6190]

30 dollars for ignition coils?

[@jckytran]

Great video man! Btw what do you think of the 135i's (n54,n55)? Just want to know what you think of them. Keep up the great work!

[@alltheway99]

What about N47? 🙂

[@Dr.GoNzOaNDtHeBoyZ]

09 535xdrive can a faulty vanos solenoid cause havoc on timing chain or anything else in valve cover? cause I have a loud knocking coming from front of valve cover and get louder when revd... anybody?????

[@BryanChance]

Why would BMW not use rubber gaskets? We have a Lexus RX330 with 310,000k original miles on it. No oil leaks. My 335 first oil leak from the valve cover at around 70k miles, now at 130k miles, have oil leaks anywhere that contains oil. Even leaking power steering fluid canister and the windshield washer tank. The only thing that hasn't leaked is the brake fluid!! LOL The leaks have all been fixed but i'm holding off on the rear main seal. Maybe not worth it to repair. It's still a fun car..cost of maintenance is too high, though unless you know how to work on it yourself. Oh yeah forgot about the leaky fuel injector!!

[@morningpapi1238]

I keep going into limp mode when my RPMS get high

[@ItsJoshN]

Can you do N55 problems?

[@ImJoshui]

Pupil

[@carlosgrajales44]

BMW are not for daily drive , I own a 330ci convertible 2006 black on black I only use it during the weekends, but this is something I learned after all the issues with other BMWs I had before , and you have to treat your BMW like princess not like a whore 😬

[@billshat7477]

I drive about 200 miles a week. So this car wouldnt be good for a college student?

[@Nicolas-ge9nu]

Nice video, thanks

[@86Damacy]

Yo @ShopLifeTV long time viewer here, keep up the great vids! Will you be doing a similar video with the N52?

[@Rob-pg7rb]

Just got a 2011 535 w/ 80kmi and I think the HPFP is going out..you mean the Dealer will replace it for free?

[@Thomas998822]

That's a definition of a warranty...

[@Righteousnations]

Thanks

[@andressimon9130]

Does the 2005 E90 330i use same parts as the 2006 E90 330i.....because most parts on Amazon shows parts for 2006 upwards but look identical...please help

[@tonymager7026]

2005 are only e46 and only the coupes e46 2006. 2006-2011 are e90s

[@JrIza_914]

does the e60 m54 have an electric waterpump?

[@quickliqproductions]

no its driven by belt

[@JrIza_914]

@@quickliqproductions don't those with an electric water pump also have a drive by belt water pump as well? As far as I know the electric water pump is just used to Purge air out of the system cooling system. Am I wrong?

[@germanrojo2259]

Just dont beat the piss out of your car and take care of it and you're good

[@ALiDTB999]

Money pit lmao I just got my lci 535i e60 with 96k miles it’s mint one owner.

[@haipham9778]

I have a 2010 335i and it has been rumbling a little at normal speeds and gets louder at freeway speeds. At first I thought it was my tires, but I just got new tires and and an alignment done. They said my rear shocks are going bad so I will do those soon. It shouldn’t be the shocks right? I think it might be the differential that’s rumbling. I just flushed the diff fluid also and it was pretty clean. Do you think you know what the rumbling is from? Thanks in advance!

[@ronnierabell1]

If the engine is vibrating more the usual than check the motor mounts

[@juanquizeppelin]

which engine has the x5 inline 6, 2018 ?

[@turbotrana]

I stuck to the n52 engine. No turbocharger and no direct injection problems. This slant engine should never have been turbocharged. He forgot starter motors. I thought it was a weak battery and always had to reset clock. Then it completely gave out at 160000km. Put new one in and clock reset problem gone. The design of the starter is very different to tradition starters, best to buy new as can't easily recondition.

[@BmwMe-uh9sy]

The valvetronic on n52 also goes bad

[@typedrew]

Oh man. You only got 160000KM out of a starter? Damn, better make it a recall.

[@coolbema]

Best ever engine N52 very solid and reliable specially made 2008 and later. Early N52 engines have ticking sound problems which was rectified in 2008 engines. My car 525i 2009 with N52 engine have done 205000 miles and still running solid with no problems at all , not even a single drop of oil consumption between changes. I do follow 5k change interval with castrol or liqui moly 5w-40 fully synthetic.

[@Martin280967]

My BMW only gets Chevron with Techron 91. I used other fuels but because the mixture of ethanol in it, it ruins the engine. Raw idle and lack of power are the 1st signs when using other fuel brands. With Chevron it runs like a sewing machine.

[@e4t662]

Do you use Chevron Techron additive with high octane? Sorry confused

[@Martin280967]

@@e4t662 Chevron gas stations already have the Techron additive in their fuel, so no need for extras. If you do use another fuel with ethanol than I would certainly use the Techron in a bottle to throw that in the tank before filling up.

[@e4t662]

@@Martin280967 awesome, thanks for the info

[@heatchamps2011]

I have chevron 93 and thats all she drinks .

[@justswippin2693]

Opinion on shell? Their nitro+ 91?

[@shaved03gt]

No e82 love :)

[@eduardoramirez2154]

I don't have ig I'm trying to reach out to you.

[@dailypovs7800]

Glad I bought n52 even its slow

[@1slowe60_9]

LAME

[@unknownuserxvii]

N54 all day wym

[@machtschnell7452]

With 6MT in a well optioned 128i, a very nice ride.

[@katyklassmeyer1794]

Hey shoplife, is thinking about buying a 2001 bmw 330ci manual drop top, it has about 150,000 miles. I know the owner and he takes good care of his car and has done all the maintenance on the car. He’s wants to sell the car as He wants to get a newer car, it’s in relatively good condition and the owner wants to just get rid of the car for a really good price. Should I get it? I really want an e46 to play around with. Do you think it’s a bad idea?

[@katyklassmeyer1794]

The owner is my cousin and he’s saying he’d give it to me for only 1000 dollars the convertible is broken and the A/C needs to be repaired.

[@Usmanthemecano]

It's pretty old and parts aren't cheap. As a mechanic I'd get it cuz repairs are free. But for you, clutch job, oil leaks, suspension, coolant leaks, some ignition issues etc... Good luck

[@katyklassmeyer1794]

Sakeenah Auto Solutions Thanks! I plan on doing a lot of the repairs myself as I have a great passion for cars and love diy jobs.

[@ricardobrambila1842]

1000 dollars is a good deal, if he really does take care of his car

[@katyklassmeyer1794]

Ricardo Brambila yea, he has a kid and he wants a car that he doesn’t have to worry about maintaining and such, and since he’s put some money already in the car he doesn’t want to have to put more money into it so I’m getting it for a hell of a deal

[@kribar96]

Basicly every single thing goes wrong on this engine. Having a v8 instead seems better even if it got worse milage. It cant get more expensive than for all the replacement parts these engine needs.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Lol wait until you have a v8, trust me it gets worse at least for the n62/n63

[@MrNicoe36cabrio]

Another great explanation guys. Is the 10-year warranty worldwide? Btw, the "turbo lab" guy offers a waste gate rebuild kit for these Mitsubishi turbos.

[@machtschnell7452]

USA only.

[@hashim_iraq]

Will someone please tell me one reliable thing in these bimmers? hint : NOTHING, I still enjoy driving my E38 V12 but these cars made to break, Plastics everywhere. Thanks for the detailed video.

[@luissalguero697]

So they are kinda reliable cars i guess that aren't that much problems for that type of cars

[@shiftautomotive854]

yes they are just have to be willing to work on it yourself to save you some money because shops like to lie to milk you. And plus bmw are easy to work

[@joyroc885]

And that's why these cars are cheap on the use market. LOL Its funny though that the 135i was the cheaper car but the resell value on them seems to hold better than the 335i. Probably because there is a lot more 335i floating around.

[@Sam-gj3xg]

are N54/N55 prone to rod bearing failures at all? I see some people have issues with it and other say it's not that common.

[@dailypovs7800]

Only M cars lol

[@ronnierabell1]

Hell no. Never had that issue. Only hp water pump, starter,

[@machtschnell7452]

Not with the correct fresh oil and regular changes (5K is my number).

[@mohafzal2790]

I really want a 335 but I keep hearing about hpfp, wastegate, turbo problem 😢

[@zachniedfeldt]

Yes they are problems that most will inevitably run into, but its worth it, and at least you know what to suspect. HPFP like $800-1100 or free if still under warranty, carbon build-up $550 or get the catch can, wastegate $3-4k or extended warranty - but that's with new turbos, otherwise diy could be as cheap as an $80 bushing kit, plus some new seals and like 10 hours labor. My 08' 535 has had these issues including now a rough idle, but if you fix it yourself and stay on maintenance they are amazing. 150k miles and still strong.

[@TheFrenchPug]

Had mine for 7 years now. Has been better than my crap Nissans and Fords in the past. Able to fix most of this stuff from KZbin. BMW uses crap plastic parts or this woukd be a much shorter video!

[@AllThingsG7]

Ok so let me get this straight... The engine and transmissions on these cars suck?😭 i wanted one of these for so long

[@talalaziz4880]

So they only 15 🤔

[@RobertSmith-le8wp]

Holy crap. And people say this is as good as a 2JZ

[@adriangutierrez8177]

Single turbo 610 whp. I DIY everything

[@zenden6564]

Yup my old 2JZ i know its current owner and its still purring like a pussy cat. Smooth as silk, zero failures in 17 years, with only scheduled service/fluid changes. What an engine. It was kept stock. No oil leaks. So we know it can be done if you keep the accountants out of tbe Engineering Dept.

[@Saiyan585]

Because the internals are forged and people run around 800whp with maintenance and a solid tune.

[@youngplies772]

best advice stay away from n54"s

[@machtschnell7452]

Highly recommend the Prius if you like driving a toaster.

[@mcgyverb1664]

Only shell vpower gasoline and shell 0w30 oil in my engine nothing else.

[@mcgyverb1664]

Nimz stay with the shell vpower use nothing else.

[@BmwMe-uh9sy]

I could list another 15 common problems, these cars were made for profit for BMW and to break

[@shiftautomotive854]

Not really, you gotta take into consideration on how many young speed heads try to tune the fuck out these cars to make them fast and without proper maintenance comes issues. With any car if you don’t do maintenance it won’t last.

[@esorealtyinc]

N54 is garbage when it comes to the turbochargers and valvetrain.

[@wilfredomartinez2943]

Engine Malfunction

[@TheFrenchPug]

Anyone ever do the oil pan gasket fix without dropping the subfrane? Read that some have dropped the pan, removed the old gasket, cut the new one at the high pan end, then fed it and fit it in around the top. Then added Gasket sealant at the cut, bolt it back up and it works.

[@abgingernuts]

I dropped the subframe to change mine and believe me that was bad enough. Can't see anyone doing a decent job with that method

[@TheFrenchPug]

@@abgingernuts i gave up on that idea :)

[@TheFrenchPug]

Finally just had mine done with new turbos installed. I wish I would have bought a Lexus instead of a BMW.