BMW 5 Series E60 525d (M57N/N47D30)
2004-2010 · Diesel · 130 kW / 177 hp · 2497 cm³
Engine oil
| Capacity | 6.5 l |
|---|---|
| Specification | BMW Longlife-04 |
| Viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Change interval | 15 000 km / 12 months |
Tyre pressure (bar)
| Front | 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Rear | 2.3 |
| Front (fully loaded) | 2.4 |
| Rear (fully loaded) | 2.6 |
| Tyre sizes | 215/55 R16, 225/55 R16 |
| Wheel bolt torque | 120 Nm |
Bulbs
| Low beam | H7 |
|---|---|
| High beam | H1 |
| Fog lights | H8 |
| Front indicators | PY21W |
| Brake lights | P21/5W |
| Reverse lights | W16W |
Engine
| Timing drive | chain |
|---|---|
| Battery | 90 Ah AGM |
| Fuel tank | 70 l |
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Known weak points
- Swirl flap failures in the intake manifold, with loose screws or flaps able to enter the engine
- Vacuum pump wear affecting brake booster assist and turbo actuator operation
- Injector seal leaks causing white smoke and hard starting
- EGR valve carbon fouling reducing performance
- Rear subframe/differential mount wear causing clunking noises at higher mileage
- Electric water pump and thermostat failures causing overheating
Fuse box diagrams for this make
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