01 2007 NG6 Engines WB

Table of Contents
2007 NG6 Engines Workbook

Subject
Page
New NG6 Engines for 2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

New Engine Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Crankcase Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
New NG6 Versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
New Vehicles for 2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Engine Mechanical Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Crankcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cylinder Head Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cylinder Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Valvetrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Camshafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
VANOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Valvetronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Gaskets and Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Head Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Oil Pan Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Bedplate Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Crankshaft Drive Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Crankshaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Piston and Connecting Rods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Torsional Vibration Damper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Initial Print Date: 10/06
Revision Date: 12/06
Table of Contents
Subject
Page
Intake Manifold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Crankcase Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Crankcase Ventilation (N51 and N52KP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Crankcase Ventilation (N54) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Crankcase Ventilation System Overview (N54) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Crankcase Ventilation System Overview (N54) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Summary of Mechanical Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
MSD80 Engine Management Overview (E9X) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
MSV80 Engine Management Overview (E70) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Air Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Air Management N52KP and N51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Throttle Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Air Intake Ducting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Air Intake Ducting Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Exhaust Gas Turbocharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Bi-turbocharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Boost-pressure Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Blow-off Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Charge-air Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Load Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Controlled Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Limp-home Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Turbocharger Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Hot-Film Air Mass Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Table of Contents
Subject
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Fuel Supply and Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

N52KP and N51 Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
HPI Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
High Pressure Pump Function and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Pressure Generation in High-pressure Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Limp-home Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Fuel System Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Piezo Fuel Injectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Injector Design and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Injection Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Piezo Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Injector Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Injector Control and Adaptation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Injector Adaptation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Ignition Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Spark Plug Diagnosis (N54) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Emissions Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Performance Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Engine-oil Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Electric Coolant Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
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Model: All with NG6-cylinder from 2007
Production: from 9/2006
After completion of this module you will be able to:

Identify the new members of the NG6 engine family
Understand the new engine designations
Understand the mechanical differences between the NG6 versions
Understand the bi-turbocharging system on the N54 engine
Understand the new High Precision Injection system.
New NG6 Engines for 2007

The N52 will eventually be replaced by the new N52KP. The N52
KP engine is an improved and cost optimized version of the N52.
The N52 KP will be available in the 328i and xi coupe from
September and will replace the N52 in various models.
Previously in 2005, BMW introduced the beginning of a new generation of six cylinder engines with the N52. Now, for the 2007
model year, BMW has 3 new variations of the NG6 engine family.
The first of the new engines is the N54, which will debut in the
new 3-series coupe in September 2006. The N54 engine is
turbocharged and uses the second generation of direct injection
(DI 2). This engine will power the new 335i coupe in the fall of
2006.
N52 Engine
(N51 similar in appearance)
N54 Engine
Finally, the N51 which is a SULEV II compatible engine, will be

phased into selected production models from 9/06. The N51
features many of the same features of the previous SULEV engine
(M56) including a Zero Evap system.
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New Engine Designations
Index
Designation
Code
Description
Engine Generation
BMW Engines up to 2001
BMW Engines from 2001 (New Generation)
BMW M GmbH
External Engines (i.e. Tritec MINI)
4-cylinder in-line engine
The breakdown is as follows:
N52B30O1
8-cylinder V engine
12-cylinder V engine
Basic engine
SULEV or PZEV
Valvetronic
Gasoline direct injection
Gasoline direct injection with turbocharger
Double VANOS with Valvetronic
Diesel direct injection with turbocharger
Gasoline
Diesel
Electric
Gas (natural)
Hydrogen
Along with the new engines for 2007, there is a new system for
engine designations. The first few digits such as N54B30 are
familiar from the past, however the suffix has been changed.
The former TU designation has been dropped in favor of two
additional digits.
Engine Type
Engine System
Fuel type/ operating mode
Displacement in 1/10 liter
30
3.0 liter (example)
Power output class
Top
Upper output class (standard)
Medium output class
Lower output class
Lowest output class
New development
1-9
Redesign/facelift version (TU etc.)
Version
Crankcase Identification
The engine identification numbers are stamped on the block near
the high pressure pump.
Index
Designation
Code
Description
Engine Generation
BMW Engines up to 2001
BMW Engines from 2001 (New Generation)
BMW M GmbH
External Engines (i.e. Tritec MINI)
8-cylinder V engine
Basic engine
SULEV or PZEV
Valvetronic
Gasoline direct injection
Gasoline direct injection with turbocharger
Double VANOS with Valvetronic
Diesel direct injection with turbocharger
Gasoline
Diesel
Electric
Gas (natural)
Hydrogen
30
3.0 liter (example)
Engine System
Fuel type/ operating mode
Displacement in 1/10 liter
Fuel Grade
Performance Class
Engine Type
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New NG6 Versions

The new N54 engine is designated the N54B30O0. The O in
the engine designation indicates the upper output range.
The last digit, which is a 0, indicates the first version in this range
of engines (N54). If the N54 engine is updated, then the last digit
will change to a 1 rather than the former TU suffix.
New Vehicles for 2007

The new engine variants will be initially installed into some new and
updated vehicles for 2007. The new E92 coupe will be available
with the N54B30O0 (335i) and the N52B30M1 (328i).
The N52KP, which replaces the N52, will have three possible
variants as shown below:
N52B30O1
N52B30M1
N52B30U1
All of the N52KP engines have a last digit of 1, which indicates
that KP engines are an updated version of the N52. There are
three variants, the upper output (O), the medium output (M) and
the lower output (U). Each engine has specific characteristics and
power output. The O engine has 260 horsepower, while the M
version has about 230 horsepower. The U engine is a possible
future variant with 215 horsepower.
The N51 engine uses the designation - N51B30M0. This
engine is SULEV II compliant with 230 horsepower.
The N52B30O1 will be initially available in the E83 LCI (X3 3.0si)
from 9/2006 and the new E70 (X5 3.0si) from SOP.
X5 (E70)
Engine Mechanical Overview

Crankcase
The N52KP and N51 engines continue to use the composite

magnesium/aluminum alloy engine from the existing N52.
As far as the physical appearance and dimensions, the crankcase

on the N54 is the same as the N52. The main change is in the
materials, the N54 uses an all aluminum alloy crankcase. There is
also cast iron cylinder liners similar to the previous M54 engine.
The reason for using the all aluminum configuration is to be more
compatible with the increased torque output and cylinder pressure
in the N54.
N54 crankcase - all aluminum alloy
N52 Crankcase - Magnesium/Aluminum Composite
Note: The N54 engine

has a different bolt pattern on the
transmission mounting
(bellhousing) area.
Therefore, a new special
tool is needed to mount
the engine to an engine
stand. The new tool has
slots which will accommodate all NG6 engines
The N54 engine continues to use the two-piece crankcase

featuring the bedplate design.
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Bolts
Although, the N54 engine has an all aluminum crankcase, many of
the bolts are still aluminum as on the N52. This is to reduce any
potential confusion between steel and aluminum bolts. Some
bolts, for example, are steel such as the cylinder head cover bolts.
This is possible, due to the plastic cylinder head cover.
Cylinder Head Cover

As stated before, the cylinder head cover used on all of the new
NG6 engines is made from plastic. However, the design differs
between the engines due to engine equipment.
For example, the N54 engine does not use Valvetronic and
therefore does not need the accommodation for the VVT motor.
Also, the crankcase ventilation system is different on the N54.
Some of the crankcase venting components are integrated into the
cylinder head cover such as the cyclone separator.
The N52KP and N51 engines have the same cylinder head cover.
The cover also includes some of the crankcase venting system
components.
The N52KP and N51 engines use the same aluminum bolt configuration as the N52 engine, with little change. The cylinder head
cover bolts are like the N54 - steel, due to the plastic cylinder head
cover.
The same rules apply to the
handling of aluminum bolts as
in the past.
Strict adherence to repair
instructions is required to
ensure proper connections.
Be sure to follow the proper
torque/tightening angle
sequence as outlined in the
tightening torques section of
TIS.
Note: Some engines with plastic cylinder head covers

may have aluminum bolts.
Cylinder Head
Each of the new NG6 engines has a unique cylinder head design.
Due to some of the technical requirements, the cylinder heads are
not interchangeable between these engines. The cylinder head
from the N52KP is carried over from the N52 with little change.
Valvetrain
The valvetrain on the N52 introduced in 2006, used 5 mm valve

stems on both the intake and exhaust. To increase durability, the
exhaust valve stems were increased to 6 mm from 6/06 production.
All of the new NG6 engine have adopted the 6 mm valve stem for
the exhaust, the intake stem remains at 5mm. The valves are of
the solid type design (not Sodium filled). The diameter of the
valve head is engine specific.
The cylinder head from the N54 engine does not have Valvetronic.
The design of the engine also requires accommodation of the
direct fuel injector in the the combustion chamber. Most of the
external dimensions are the same as the N52 to accommodate
accessories and ancillary components.
Camshafts
The lightweight hydroformed camshaft will still be used on the

NG6 engines. Be aware that some engines may use the cast
camshaft design. This is for supply and production reasons.
The N51 engine is a SULEV II compliant design which has a lower

compression ratio. The combustion chamber design has been
modified to work in conjunction with the N51 piston to achieve the
required emission goals.
Cast and hydroformed camshafts are completely interchangeable.

For example, a replacement camshaft may differ from the original.
This is no problem, they will fit and work properly without any
modifications.
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VANOS
The infinitely variable Bi-VANOS system is still in use on all NG6
engines. The VANOS system still retains the use of the lightweight
VANOS adjusting units introduced on the N52. The only change
to the system is that the N54 engine uses different spread ranges
for compatibility with turbocharged engine operation.
Valvetronic
The N51 and N52KP engines retain the already proven Valvetronic
system from the N52. The only change for 2007 is an optimized
VVT motor which has already been in production from 5/06.
The N54, on the other hand, does not use the Valvetronic system.
Valvetronic is designed to reduce pumping losses and improve
engine efficiency. The turbocharging system on the N54 is also
designed to reduce pumping losses and increase engine efficiency.
Therefore, there is no need to have both systems on one engine.
In summary, the efficiency of the N54 is gained through exhaust
turbocharging and direct injection rather than Valvetronic.
Valvetronic II - used on N52, N52KP and N51
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
VANOS unit, exhaust
Exhaust camshaft sensor
VANOS unit, intake
VANOS solenoid valve
Intake camshaft sensor
VANOS solenoid valve
Note: Do not mix up the intake and exhaust VANOS units.

They appear similar, but have different spread ranges.
Improper installation can result in valvetrain damage.
Gaskets and Seals
Crankshaft Drive Components
Head Gasket
The head gasket design on
the N54 is unique to that
engine.
Crankshaft
The crankshaft on the N52KP and N51 remains a cast iron design.
This crankshaft is carried over from the N52.
The additional torque generated by the N54 requires the use of a
forged steel crankshaft.
It features a multi-layer steel

design. There is no silicone
rubber perimeter shelf as on
the N52. This is not needed
due to the aluminum block on
the N54.
Piston and Connecting Rods

Due to the design requirements of each of the new NG6 engines,
the piston design is unique to each version. For instance, the N54
is turbocharged and direct injected and requires a piston which
meets the design requirements for compression and mixture
formation.
The N52KP and N51 engines

are still using the head gasket
that is familiar from N52.
The N51 engine need a piston which has lower compression and
meets the SULEV II requirements for emission compliancy.
Oil Pan Gasket

All of the new NG6 engine use
the same oil pan gasket as
introduced on the N52.
The N52KP and N52 engines both use the same piston design.
The connecting rods on the new engines use a thicker beam
design which has been in production on the N52 since 6/06. The
N54 has a special connecting rod with M9 bolts instead of the M8
bolts on the other engines.
The oil pan gasket design is

compatible with the N54,
therefore it was not necessary
to create an additional part.
Torsional Vibration Damper

The vibration damper has been updated to improve the damping of
first order vibrations. The damper is secured with new bolts and
has a revised tightening procedure. The procedure differs from the
N52 and should therefore not me mixed up. Damage to the belt
drive can result from improper tightening procedures.
Bedplate Sealing
The N54 continues to use the
injected sealant method for
the bedplate.
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Intake Manifold
The plastic intake manifold from the N52 is carried over to the new
NG6 engines. However, the 3-Stage DISA version of the intake
manifold is only used on the O version (high output).
The current N51 engine is designated as a medium output M
version at 230 hp and does not require the 3-stage DISA. The
same applies to the M version of the N52KP engine as well.
There are small modifications to these intake manifolds due to the
fact that the crankcase ventilation system has been updated.
As far as the N54 engine is concerned, the intake manifold is
designed specifically for the turbocharging system. The N54 does
not require DISA as turbocharging supplies the necessary torque
increase when needed.
3-Stage DISA Intake Manifold
Intake Manifold - N54
Workshop Exercise - Engine Mechanical (N54)

Using the instructor designated engine trainer, please remove the cylinder head cover using procedures as outlined in the repair
instructions. (steel fuel lines, injectors and coils must be removed first)
Are any aluminum bolts encountered in this process and if so, where?
Are there any special tools required to remove the cylinder head cover and/or injectors? If, so list the tools and the purpose:
Regarding the fuel lines (between injectors and rail), are there any special tightening (or loosening) procedures to follow? Is so, what are
they?
What is different about the camshaft arrangement on the N54 as compared to the N52? What special tools are needed to remove and
install the intake camshaft?
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Continue by removing spark plugs (injectors should already be removed)
What special tool is required to remove the injectors when they are seized?
What is unique about the spark plugs on the N54 are compared to the N52? Are any special tools required to R&R?
Re-install spark plugs. Leave out injectors for next exercise.

When should the Teflon rings be changed on the injector? What special tools are involved?
Demonstrate the proper use of the o-ring tool by replacing the injector O-rings:
Remove the drive belts, crankshaft pulley/torsional damper using proper procedures. Remove timing chain tensioner and crankshaft central hub.
What is different about this process as compared to the N52?

What is the purpose of the friction rings?
Re-assemble torsional damper, pulley and drive belts.

List the proper torque procedure for the torsional damper: (is this different from N52?)
If necessary, re-check camshaft timing before installing cylinder head cover.

Re-install cylinder head cover and fuel injectors,lines and ignition coils
Notes:
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Classroom Exercise - Review Questions

1.
5.
The new X3 3.0 si (E83 LCI) uses which if the following

engines: (circle one)
N52
Circle the engine below which uses an all-aluminum

crankcase:
6.
2.
Circle the engines listed below which use exhaust valves

that have 5 mm stems: (circle one)
N54
N52 (early)
N52KP
Why doesnt the N54 engine use Valvetronic or DISA?
9.
4.
The M in the following designation - N52B30M1 stands

for: (circle one)
Medium
Motorsport
Maximum
N51
TU
Which of the following engine pairs shares the same

piston design? (circle one)
N51 and N52
N52 and N52KP
N54 and N52
N51 and N54
N51
8.
3.
N54
Which version of the N52KP is used in the 328 (E92)?

(circle one)
O
7.
N52KP
Manual
Which of the following engines uses the 3-Stage DISA

intake manifold?
N54B30O0
N52B30M1
N51B30M0
N52B30O1
Of the engines listed below, which one does NOT use a

cylinder head gasket with a silicone rubber lip?
N52
10.
N52KP
N54
N51
Which of the NG6 engines uses direct injection (HPI)?

N52
N52KP
N54
N51
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Crankcase Ventilation
One of the major changes on the new NG6 engines is that the
crankcase ventilation system has been upgraded and improved.
This applies to all of the new NG6 versions (N52KP, N51 and N54).
There are two distinct versions of crankcase ventilation. One type
is unique to the N54 and the other applies to N51 and N52KP.
The N52, which is still in production continues to use the external
crankcase ventilation system with the electrically heated crankcase
ventilation valve/cyclone separator.
Crankcase Ventilation System on N52
Crankcase Ventilation (N51 and N52KP)

The crankcase ventilation system on the N51 and N52KP has
been modified as compared to the N52. The system is integrated
into the plastic cylinder head cover.
The crankcase gases are regulated by a crankcase ventilation valve
similar to the design used on the N62. The crankcase vent valve is
currently part of the cylinder head cover and is not replaceable as a
separate component.
Oil separation is carried out via a labyrinth system and two
cyclone separators which are incorporated into the cylinder head
cover. By having the system components integrated into the
cylinder head cover, the crankcase gases are heated by the engine
rather than an electric heater as on the N52. However, there is still
one electric heating element at the manifold inlet.
Once the liquid oil is separated from the crankcase vapors, the oil is
allowed to drain back through check valves back into the engine.
N52KP Cylinder Head Cover (cutaway view)
Integrated
cyclone separator
Oil drainback valve

Crankcase vent valve
One of the main operating principles behind the crankcase venting

system on the N54 is that there are two strategies - one for the
turbocharged mode and one for non-turbocharged operation
such as decel. These strategies are dependent upon the intake
manifold pressure.
Crankcase Ventilation (N54)

Since the N54 is a turbocharged engine, the crankcase ventilation
system has to meet certain design requirements. For example,
when the engine is in turbocharged mode, the increased manifold
pressure should not have an adverse effect on the crankcase
venting. This is why, there is no crankcase ventilation valve in the
system.
N54 Cylinder Head Cover (cutaway view)
The system consists of four small cyclone separators which are

integrated into the plastic cylinder head cover. The flow of
crankcase gases is metered through a series of restrictions which
control the ultimate crankcase pressure.
Cyclone Separator Operation
Integrated
cyclone separator
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Crankcase Ventilation System Overview (N54)
Crankcase ventilation system

in decel mode
Crankcase Ventilation System Overview (N54)
Crankcase ventilation system in

turbocharged mode
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Workshop Exercise - Crankcase Venting

(N54)
Using an instructor designated vehicle or training aid (engine),
compare the crankcase venting system diagrams on the two
previous pages to the actual engine. Complete the chart at the
right by filling in the missing components from the list of items
below:
Charge-air suction line, bank 2
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Overpressure
Oil Sump
Low pressure (vacuum)
Oil return channel
Exhaust gas
Turbocharger
Liquid oil
10
Blow-by gases
11
Air cleaner
12
Intake manifold
13
Pressure restrictor
Check valve, charge air suction line
Channel to manifold
Cyclone oil separator
Oil discharge valve
Hose to charge air suction line, bank 2
Check valve, manifold
Complete the exercise, by matching the above components to

the actual engine components on the engine mock-up or
vehicle.
Why are there two modes of operation for the crankcase venting
system on the N54?
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15
Venting channel
Crankshaft cavity
16
Throttle valve
Check the ETM for the N54 and locate any PTC heating
elements for the crankcase venting system. List the locations
below:
Workshop Exercise - Crankcase Venting

While diagnosing a condition of blue smoke from the tailpipe on
the N54, the technician finds oil in the Charge air suction pipe.
What would be a possible cause of this condition?
Why are most of the crankcase ventilation components located in

the cylinder head cover?
Name the components above and their purpose:

1.
2.
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Summary of Mechanical Changes

Component/System
N52 Engine
N52KP
N51
N54
Crankcase
Composite magnesium/aluminum
All aluminum alloy
Cylinder Head
Aluminum
Aluminum (same as N52)
Aluminum - Specific to N51 due to

combustion chamber modifications
Aluminum - specific to N54
Cylinder Head Gasket
Silicone rubber perimeter to prevent

contact corrosion
Same as N52
Same as N52
Specific to N54 - multi-layer with no

silicone rubber perimeter
Cylinder Head Cover
Magnesium
Plastic with integrated crankcase

ventilation

ventilation (same as N52KP)

ventilation (specific to N54)
Crankcase Ventilation
External crankcase vent valve with

cyclone separator.
Valvetrain
5 mm intake and exhaust valve

stems (6 mm exhaust valve stem
from 6/06)
5 mm intake and 6 mm exhaust

valve stems

valve stems

valve stems
VANOS
Infinitely variable Bi-VANOS
Valvetronic
Valvetronic II
Valvetronic II
Valvetronic II
No Valvetronic
Plastic
Plastic (no DISA)
Intake Manifold
No crankcase vent valve Crankcase vent valve and labyrinth Crankcase vent valve and labyrinth
uses calibrated orifice with cyclone
and cyclone oil separation
and cyclone oil separation
separation integrated into cylinder
integrated into cylinder head cover. integrated into cylinder head cover.
head cover.
Plastic with 3-stage DISA on high- Plastic with 3-stage DISA on highoutput version (OL)
output version (O)
Fuel System
Manifold injection
Manifold injection
Manifold injection
High Precision Injection (HPI)
Cooling System
Electric coolant pump - 200 W
2 nd Generation electric coolant

pump - 200 W

pump - 200 W

pump - 400 W
Exhaust System
Near Engine catalysts

with underbody catalysts (ULEV II)

with underbody catalysts
(SULEV II)

with underbody catalysts (ULEV II)
Pistons/Compression Ratio
10.7 to 1
10.7 to 1
10 to 1
10.2 to 1
Connecting
Rods/Crankshaft
Forged Steel with 8 mm bolts

cracked design (Cast Crankshaft)
HFM
Analog
Forged Steel (stiffened) with 8 mm Forged Steel (stiffened) with 8 mm Forged Steel (stiffened) with 9 mm
bolts cracked design
(Forged steel crankshaft)
(Cast crankshaft)
(Cast crankshaft)
Digital
Digital
Digital
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MSD80 Engine Management Overview
(E9X)
Legend for MSD80 Overview

Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
ECM (DME - MSD80)
34
Diagnostics connection
Temperature sensor in DME control unit
35
Oxygen sensor (secondary O2 sensor with discontinuous characteristic)
Ambient-pressure sensor in DME control unit
36
Oxygen sensor (primary O2 sensor with continuous characteristic)
DME main relay
37
Diagnosis module for fuel tank leakage (DMTL)
38
Oxygen sensor (primary oxygen sensor with continuous characteristic)
Electric fan (engine cooling)
39-40
Knock sensors
E-box fan
41
Hot-film air-mass sensor (HFM)
Characteristic map thermostat
42
Camshaft sensor, inlet
Fuel tank vent valve (TEV)
43
Camshaft sensor, exhaust
10
VANOS solenoid valve, inlet
44
Crankshaft sensor
11
VANOS solenoid valve, exhaust
45
Pressure/temperature sensor before throttle valve (boost pressure)
12
Sound flap
46
Throttle valve
13
Exhaust flap
47
Accelerator pedal module
14
Fuel-supply control valve
48
Coolant-temperature sensor at engine outlet
15
Wastegate valve, bank 1
49
Coolant-temperature sensor at radiator outlet
16
Wastegate valve, bank 2
50
DSC control unit (Dynamic Stability Control)
17-22
Piezo-injectors
51
Brake-light switch
23-28
Ignition coils
52
Clutch switch
29
Electric coolant pump
53
Pressure sensor after throttle valve (intake-manifold pressure)
30
Intelligent battery sensor
54
Oil pressure switch
31
Alternator
55
Low-pressure fuel sensor
32
Oil condition sensor
56
High-pressure fuel sensor (rail pressure sensor)
33
Ground connection
57
CAS control unit (Car Access System)
29
30
MSV80 Engine Management Overview (E70)
Legend for MSV80 Overview

Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
ECM (DME - MSD80)
34
Valvetronic Relay
Temperature sensor in DME control unit
35
Ambient-pressure sensor in DME control unit
36
Oxygen sensor (primary O2 sensor with continuous characteristic)
DME main relay
37
Electric Fuel Pump (EKP)
38
Oxygen sensor (primary oxygen sensor with continuous characteristic)
EKP Relay
39
Valvetronic actuator motor (VVT)
DM-TL
40-41
Knock sensors
Electric fan (engine cooling)
42
Eccentric shaft sensor
E-box fan
43
Hot-film Air Mass Meter (HFM)
10
Characteristic map thermostat
44
Camshaft sensor, inlet
11
Fuel tank vent valve (TEV)
45
Camshaft sensor, exhaust
12
VANOS solenoid valve, inlet
46
Crankshaft sensor
13
VANOS solenoid valve, exhaust
47
DISA Actuator motor
14
Sound flap
48
DISA Actuator motor
15
Exhaust flap
49
Throttle valve
16-21
Fuel injectors
50
Accelerator pedal module
22-27
Ignition coils
51
Coolant-temperature sensor at engine outlet
28
52
Coolant-temperature sensor at radiator outlet
29
Intelligent battery sensor
53
DSC control unit
30
Alternator
54
Brake light switch
31
Oil condition sensor
55
Differential pressure sensor
32
Ground connection
56
Oil pressure switch
33
Diagnostics connection
57
CAS control unit (Car Access System)
31
32
Air Management
Throttle Valve
Air Management N52KP and N51
All variants of the new NG6 engines receive the new EGAS 08
throttle by Siemens/VDO. The new throttle uses a plastic throttle
valve and magneto-resistive feedback to the ECM.
As far as the air management system on the N52KP and N51

engines is concerned, the previous intake manifold system on the
N52 is carried over. Depending upon application, the engines will
use the 3-stage DISA or the single stage (No DISA) intake manifold.
The previous system used a potentiometer, whereas the new

throttle uses a contactless system featuring magneto-resistive
technology which is familiar from the eccentric shaft sensor on
Valvetronic systems.
For more information on the DISA system refer to the previous

training material in the training course ST501 - New Engine
Technology.
The magneto-resistive sensors are integrated into the housing

cover. The sensors are also non-wearing.
For plausibility, the one sensor outputs the analog signal in the
range from 0.3 to 4.6 V and the other sensor inverts it again from
4.6 to 0.3 V.
Consequently, the contact force is 10 times greater than that of a
conventional plug connector.
Note: It is possible to twist the connector before plugging
it in. This can cause damage to the harness and
connector.
Air Intake Ducting

With regard to the N54 engine, the air intake ducting plays a
significant role due to the requirements of a turbocharged engine.
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
In principle, the energy of the escaping exhaust gases is utilized to

pre-compress the inducted fresh air and thus introduce a greater
air mass into the engine. This is only possible if the air intake
ducting is leak-free and installed properly.
PTC heater, blow-by gases

(in turbo mode)
Charge air suction line, bank 1
Recirculated air line, bank 2
Intercooler
Connecting flange, throttle valve
10
Charge air manifold
Air cleaner
11
Turbocharger, bank 1
Recirculated air line, bank 1
12
Air-intake snorkel
13
Charge air pressure line
It is important to note, when carrying out work on the air-intake

ducting, it is important to ensure that the components are installed
in the correct position and that all pipes are connected with tight
seals.
A leaking system may result in erroneous boost pressure. This
would be detected by the engine management system and will ultimately result in limp-home operation. There would also be a
noticeable reduction in engine power.
For some of the duct work, there are special tools to ensure proper
connections.
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Air Intake Ducting Function
The compressed and cooled charge air is routed from the intercooler via the throttle valve (12) into the intake manifold.
Legend for Air Intake Ducting Function

Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
MSD80 Engine control module
14
Recirculated-air line, bank 1
Lines to vacuum pump
15
Electro-pneumatic pressure transducer
16
Intercooler
PTC heater, blow-by gases
17
Charge air manifold
Blow-by line turbocharged operation

mode
18
19
Wastegate flap, bank 1
Recirculated-air line, bank 2
20
Wastegate actuator, bank 1
Intake manifold pressure sensor
21
Wastegate flap, bank 2
Blow-off valve, bank 2
22
10
Air cleaner
23
11
Charge air pressure and temperature sensor
24
12
Throttle valve
25
To catalytic converter, bank 2
13
Blow-off valve, bank 1
26
To catalytic converter, bank 1
The system is equipped with several sensors and actuators in

order to ensure that the load of fresh air is optimally adapted to the
engine's respective operating conditions. How these complex
interrelationships are controlled is discussed in the following
sections.
The fresh air is drawn in via the air cleaner (10) and the charge-air
suction lines (6 + 18) by the compressors of turbochargers (23 +
24) and compressed.
Because the turbochargers can get very hot during operation, they
are connected with the engine's coolant and engine-oil circuits.
The charge air is greatly heated when it is compressed in the
turbocharger, making it necessary for the air to be cooled again in
an intercooler (16).
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Exhaust Gas Turbocharging

The turbocharger is driven by the engine's exhaust gases, i.e.
exhaust gases under pressure are routed by the turbocharger
turbine and in this way delivers the motive force to the compressor,
which rotates on the same shaft.
It is here that the induction air is precompressed in such a way that
a higher air mass is admitted into the engine's combustion chamber. In this way, it is possible to inject and combust a greater quantity of fuel, which increases the engine's power output and torque.
The turbine and the compressor can rotate at speeds of up to
200,000 rpm. The exhaust inlet temperature can reach a maximum
of 1050C. Because of these high temperatures, the N54 engine's
turbochargers are not only connected with the engine-oil system
but also integrated in the engine-coolant circuit.
It is possible in conjunction with the N54 engine's electric coolant
pump even after the engine has been switched off to dissipate the
residual heat from the turbochargers and thus prevent the lube oil
in the bearing housing from overheating.
Index
Explanation
Compressor
Cooling/Lubrication
Turbine
Bi-turbocharging
Utmost importance is attached to turbocharger response in the
N54 engine. A delayed response to the driver's command, i.e. the
accelerator-pedal position, is not acceptable. The driver therefore
must not experience any so-called "turbo lag".
This requirement is met in the N54 engine with two small turbochargers, which are connected in parallel. Cylinders 1, 2 and 3
(bank 1) drive the first turbocharger (5) while cylinders 4, 5 and 6
(bank 2) drive the second (2).
The advantage of a small turbocharger lies in the fact that, as the
turbocharger runs up to speed, the lower moment of inertia of the
turbine causes fewer masses to be accelerated, and thus the
compressor attains a higher boost pressure in a shorter amount of
time.
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Coolant supply
Planar broad-band oxygen sensor,

bank 1
Exhaust manifold, bank 2
Planar broad-band oxygen sensor,

bank 2
Exhaust manifold, bank 1
10
Wastegate actuating lever
11
Catalytic converter, bank 1
Coolant return
12
Catalytic converter, bank 2
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Boost-pressure Control
The boost pressure of the turbochargers is directly dependent on
the flow of exhaust gas which reaches the turbocharger turbines.
Both the velocity and the mass of the exhaust-gas flow are directly
dependent on engine speed and engine load.
The engine-management system uses wastegate valves to control
the boost pressure. These valves are operated by vacuum-pressure
actuators, which are controlled by the electro-pneumatic pressure
transducers via the engine-management system.
The vacuum pressure is generated by the permanently driven vacuum pump and stored in a pressure accumulator. The system is
designed to ensure that these loads and consumers do not have a
negative influence on the brake-boost function.
The exhaust-gas flow can be completely or partially directed to the
turbine wheel with the wastegate valves. When the boost pressure
has reached its desired level, the wastegate valve begins to open
and direct part of the exhaust-gas flow past the turbine wheel.
This prevents the turbine from further increasing the speed of the
compressor. This control option allows the system to respond to
various operating situations.
In the idle phase, the wastegate valves of both turbochargers are
closed. This enables the full exhaust-gas flow available to be
utilized to speed up the compressor already at these low engine
speeds.
When power is then demanded from the engine, the compressor
can deliver the required boost pressure without any noticeable time
lag. In the full-load situation, the boost pressure is maintained at a
consistently high level when the maximum permissible torque is
reached by a partial opening of the wastegate valves. In this way,
the compressors are only ever induced to rotate at a speed which
is called for by the operating situation.
The process of the wastegate valves opening, removes the drive
energy from the turbine such that no further increase in boost pressure occurs, which in turn improves overall fuel consumption.
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Oil return, bank 1
Coolant return, bank 2
Oil supply
Wastegate valve
Coolant supply
Coolant return, bank 1
Oil return, bank 2
At full-load the N54 engine operates at an overpressure of up to

0.8 bar in the intake manifold.
This leads to a "pumping up" of the turbocharger which means

that:
Blow-off Control
The blow-off valves in the N54 engine reduce unwanted peaks in
boost pressure which can occur when the throttle valve closes
quickly. They therefore have an important function with regard to
engine acoustics and help to protect the turbocharger components.
a clearly noticeable, disruptive pumping noise can be heard,

and this pumping noise is accompanied by a componentdamaging load being exerted on the turbocharger, since highfrequency pressure waves exert axial load on the turbocharger
bearings.
A vacuum pressure is generated in the intake manifold when the

throttle valve is closed at high engine speeds. This leads to a
build-up of high dynamic pressure after the compressor which
cannot escape because the route to the intake manifold is blocked.
The blow-off valves are mechanically actuated spring-loaded

diaphragm valves which are activated by the intake-manifold pressure as follows:
In the event of a pressure differential before and after the throttle
valve, the blow-off valves are opened by the intake-manifold pressure and the boost pressure is diverted to the intake side of the
compressor. The blow-off valves open starting from a differential
pressure of 0.3 bar. This process prevents the disruptive and
component-damaging pumping effect from occurring.
The system design dictates that the blow-off valves are also
opened during operating close to idle (pressure differential
Pcharger/Psuction = 0.3 bar). However, this has no further effects
on the turbocharging system.
The turbocharger is pressurized with the full exhaust-gas flow at
these low speeds and already builds up a certain level of inductionair precharging in the range close to idle.
If the throttle valve is opened at this point, the full boost pressure
required is very quickly made available to the engine.
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Blow-off valves
Throttle valve
Air cleaner (ambient pressure)
Control line, blow-off valves
Intake manifold
One of the major advantages of the vacuum pressure-actuated

wastegate valves is that they can be partially opened in the
mid-range in order not to allow excessive induction-air precharging
to the detriment of fuel consumption. In the upper load range, they
assume the required control position corresponding to the
necessary boost pressure.
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Charge-air Cooling
Cooling the charge air in the N54 engine serves to increase power
output as well as reduce fuel consumption. The charge air heated
in the turbocharger by its component temperature and by compression is cooled in the intercooler by up to 80C.
This increases the density of the charge air, which in turn improves
the charge in the combustion chamber. This results in a lower level
of required boost pressure. The risk of knock is also reduced and
the engine operates with improved efficiency.
Load Control
Load control of the N54 engine is effected by means of the throttle
valve and the waste gate valves.
The throttle valve is the primary component in this process. The
wastegate valves are actuated to bring about a fine tuning of the
boost pressure. At full load the throttle valve is completely open
and load control is undertaken by the wastegate valves.
The list below sets out those components or functional groups of

the N54 engine in which a failure, a malfunction or implausible values result in boost-pressure control being deactivated.
Controlled Variables
The following variables, among others, influence control of the N54
engine's boost
pressure:
The driver is alerted to a fault of this type via an EML indication.
Intake-air temperature
High-pressure fuel system
Engine speed
Inlet VANOS
Throttle-valve position
Exhaust VANOS
Ambient pressure
Crankshaft sensor
Intake-manifold pressure
Camshaft sensor
Pressure before the throttle valve (reference variable)
Boost-pressure sensor
The electropneumatic pressure transducers are activated by the

engine control unit on the basis of these variables. The result of this
activation can be checked from the boost pressure achieved, which
is measured before the throttle valve.
Knock sensors
Intake-air temperature sensor
One principle of vehicle repair is particularly important in this
respect:
There follows a comparison of the boost pressure achieved with

the setpoint data from the program map, which can if necessary
give rise to an activation correction. The system therefore controls
and monitors itself during operation.
It is important to focus on the causes

rather than the effects.
With regard to diagnosis of the turbocharging system, always
check the basics first. Look at such items as the vacuum hoses,
the solenoids and the vacuum reservoir.
Limp-home Mode
In the event during operation of malfunctions, implausible values or

failure of any of the sensors involved in turbocharger control, activation of the wastegate valves is shut down and the valve flaps are
thus fully opened. Turbocharging ceases at this point.
Dont overlook the fundamentals. Check compression, fuel system

pressure (low and high), secondary ignition components etc.
The turbochargers are usually the last item to fail, but often one of
the first items to be replaced.
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Turbocharger Diagnosis
There are three Golden Rules to adhere to when diagnosing
concerns on the N54 engine:
1. When diagnosing cases of smoke from the exhaust, it is
important to avoid unnecessary replacement of the
turbochargers. Smoke can be caused by oil consumption
such as the crankcase ventilation system. Always evaluate the
crankcase venting system completely before condemning any
turbocharger components. Also, any engine is also subject to
the usual causes such as valve guide wear or piston ring
issues as on non-turbocharged engines.
2. Turbocharger damage is usually caused by Insufficient lubrication and subsequent bearing and seal
failure.
Foreign bodies can damage the turbine and/or impeller.
Oil contamination
Restricted air filter
Ensure that all ductwork connections are tight and leakfree. This situation can also result in engine noise.
3. Do not make any alterations or modifications to the
turbocharger. Do not make any adjustments to the boost
control linkage or any part of the turbocharger. Higher than
normal boost pressure may have adverse and detrimental
effects on the engine. Any modification will cause the engine
management to enter in the limp-home program and will
reduce performance and engine reliability.
Note: No Modifications to the turbochargers are permitted.
Workshop Exercise - N54 Turbocharger
Function/System/Component
Signal
Measurement
Test Plan
Using the BMW diagnostic equipment, identify any

available diagnostic options that can be used to
troubleshoot the listed functions or components and
mark each category accordingly.
Chassis:
Status Request
Model:
Component
Activation
Date:
Prod Date:
DISplus/GT-1 Software:
Notes/comments:
(example: pin and connector assignments,
Function Selection Path, Notes on Test Plans)
Service Function
Additional Information
Purpose
Diagnosis Options
Charge-air pressure control/Wastegate valves
Charge-air pressure control/Blow-off valves
Charge-air pressure sensor
Intake manifold pressure sensor
Intake manifold temperature sensor
Measure and record the following values for the listed components under the indicated operating conditions:
Operating Condition
Component
High manifold vacuum
Atmospheric pressure
Volts
Wastegate Control Valve
Hz
Duty Cycle
Volts
Charge-air Pressure Sensor
Hz
Cycle
Volts
Intake Manifold Pressure Sensor
Hz
Duty Cycle
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Low to high boost
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Hot-Film Air Mass Meter

Some new NG6 engines use a digital HFM. The output of the sensor is converted to a digital signal. This eliminates the need for signal
conversion in the ECM. The signal corresponds proportionally to changes in air mass. The N54 engine uses a virtual HFM. The signal
is calculated in the ECM from various parameters such as engine speed, intake air temperature, throttle position etc.
Virtual air measurement
Air measurement with HFM
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Measurement of intake air

temperature and air mass
Residual O2 content in exhaust gas
Intake air temperature
Intake manifold vacuum
Throttle valve position
Intake manifold vacuum
Throttle valve position
Engine speed
Intake manifold
Engine speed
Intake manifold
ECM (DME) with characteristic map

for air mass calculation
Intake valve lift (from VVT)
Injection Timing
Intake valve lift (VVT if equipped)
Injection Timing
Residual O2 content in exhaust

(O2 sensor)
Workshop Exercise - Hot-film Air Mass Meter

Using an instructor designated vehicle, test the circuit of the
digital Hot-film air mass meter. Follow the instructions and
answer the questions below:
Using the oscilloscope, test the output of the HFM on the N52KP
engine. Draw the pattern on the scope graphic at the right.
Record the following information regarding the HFM signal:
At idle
3000-5000 RPM
Signal Voltage
Duty Cycle
Frequency
Are there any test modules for the HFM? (list them)
Oscilloscope Settings
Channel
A
What information is available on the status request pages for the

HFM?
Channel
B
Test
Connection
MFK 1
MFK 2
Type of
Measurement
AC
Channel A
KV
MFK 1
MFK 2
DC
AC
DC
Channel B
Trigger Clip
KL1 (TD)
Frequency
Range
On engines with the virtual HFM is there any status information?
Trigger Source
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Trigger clip
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Fuel Supply and Management

N52KP and N51 Fuel System
The N52KP and N51 engine continue to use the conventional
manifold injection system carried over from the N52. The fuel
supply components are also carried over with regard to the EKP
module, fuel pump etc.
The N73 engine used a wall guided method of injection which

used a recess in the piston to aid in mixture formation. The HPI
system on the N54 uses a spray guided process which allows
the mixture to form and ignite without the aid of any walls (i.e
piston, cylinder wall etc.).
The spray guided system allows for more efficiency by cooling the
cylinder charge without excessive cooling of the associated
engine components. The wall guided system cools the piston
crown which reduces thermal efficiency.
The HPI system also uses the new piezo-electric fuel injectors
which are a vital components of the spray guided process. These
new injectors open in an outward direction, which forms a precise
tapered spray pattern.
With the aid of high system pressure (200 bar), the HPI system is
now capable of providing new levels of efficiency which were not
achievable with previous manifold injection systems.
N54 Engine
The N54 engine uses the new High Precision Injection (HPI)
system. The HPI system is a direct fuel injection system which
represents the second generation DI system from BMW. The
first generation was on the N73 engine from 2003.
HPI Function
The fuel is delivered from the fuel tank by the electric fuel pump via
the feed line (5) at an feed pressure of 5 bar to the high pressure
pump. The feed pressure is monitored by the low-pressure sensor
(6). The fuel is delivered by the electric fuel pump in line with
demand.
If this sensor fails, the electric fuel pump continues to run at 100 %
delivery with terminal 15 ON.
The high pressure pump is driven in-tandem with the vacuum
pump which is driven by the oil pump chain drive assembly.
The fuel is compressed in the permanently driven three-plunger
high-pressure pump (8) and delivery through the high-pressure line
(9) to the rail (3). The fuel accumulated under pressure in the rail in
this way is distributed via the high-pressure lines (1) to the piezo
injectors (2).
The required fuel delivery pressure is determined by the enginemanagement system as a function of engine load and engine
speed. The pressure level reached is recorded by the high-pressure sensor (4) and communicated to the engine control unit.
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
High-pressure line to injector (6)
Low-pressure sensor
Piezo injector
Fuel supply control valve
Fuel rail
Three plunger high pressure pump
High pressure sensor
High pressure line (pump to rail)
Feed line from in-tank pump
Control is effected by the fuel-supply control valve (7) by way of a

setpoint/actual-value adjustment of the rail pressure. Configuration
of the pressure is geared towards best possible consumption and
smooth running of the N54 engine. 200 bar is required only at
high load and low engine speed.
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High Pressure Pump Function and Design

The fuel is delivered via the supply passage (6) at the admission
pressure generated by the electric fuel pump to the high-pressure
pump. From there, the fuel is directed via the fuel supply control
valve (4) and the low-pressure non-return valve (2) into the fuel
chamber (14) of the plunger-and-barrel assembly. The fuel is
placed under pressure in this plunger-and-barrel assembly and
delivered via the high pressure non-return valve (9) to the high
pressure port (7).
The high-pressure pump is connected with the vacuum pump via

the drive flange (11) and is thus also driven by the chain drive,
i.e. as soon as the engine is running, the three plungers (12) are
permanently set into up-and-down motion via the pendulum disc
(10).
Fuel therefore continues to be pressurized for as long as new fuel
is supplied to the high-pressure pump via the fuel-supply control
valve (4). The fuel-supply control valve is activated by means of the
engine management connection (3) and thereby admits the
quantity of fuel required.
Pressure control is effected via the fuel-supply control valve by
opening and closing of the fuel supply channel. The maximum
pressure in the high-pressure area is limited to 245 bar.
If excessive pressure is encountered, the high-pressure circuit is
relieved by a pressure-limiting valve via the ports (8 and 5) leading
to the low-pressure area.
This is possible without any problems because of the non-compressibility of the fuel, i.e. the fuel does not change in volume in
response to a change in pressure. The pressure peak created is
compensated for by the liquid volume in the low-pressure area.
Volume changes caused by temperature changes are compensated for by the thermal compensator (1), which is connected with the
pump oil filling.
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Thermal compensator
Supply passage, pressure limiting valve
Low pressure non-return valve (check valve)
High pressure non-return valve (x 3)
Connection to engine management
10
Pendulum disc
11
Drive flange, high pressure pump
Return, pressure limiting valve
12
Plunger ( x 3)
Supply from electric fuel pump (in-tank)
13
Oil filling, high pressure pump
High pressure port to fuel rail
14
Fuel chamber ( x 3)
Pressure Generation in High-pressure Pump
The plunger (2) driven by the pendulum disc presses oil (red) into
the metal diaphragm (1) on its upward travel. The resulting change
in volume of the metal diaphragm thereby reduces the available
space in the fuel chamber. The fuel thereby placed under pressure
(blue) is forced into the rail.
The fuel-supply control valve controls the fuel pressure in the rail.
It is activated by the engine management system via a pulse-width
modulated (PWM) signal.
Depending on the activation signal, a restrictor cross-section of
varying size is opened and the fuel-mass flow required for the
respective load point is set. There is also the possibility of reducing
the pressure in the rail.
Location of High Pressure

Pump (HDP)
Index
Explanation
Red
Oil filling
Blue
Fuel
Metal diaphragm
Plunger
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Limp-home Mode
If a fault is diagnosed in the system, such as e.g. failure of the highpressure sensor, the fuel-supply control valve is de-energized; the
fuel then flows via a so-called bypass into the rail.
In the event of HPI limp-home mode, turbocharging is deactivated
by an opening of the wastegate valves.
Causes of HPI limp-home mode can be:
Implausible high-pressure sensor values
Failure of the fuel-supply control valve
Fuel System Safety
Working on this fuel system is only permitted after the engine has
cooled down. The coolant temperature must not exceed 40 C.
This must be observed without fail because otherwise there is a
danger of fuel sprayback on account of the residual pressure in the
high-pressure system.
When working on the high-pressure fuel system, take particular
care to ensure conditions of absolute cleanliness and follow the
work sequences described in the repair
instructions. Even the tiniest contaminant's and damage to the
screw connections on the high-pressure lines can cause leaks.
Leakage in the high-pressure system

Failure of the high-pressure pump
Failure of the high-pressure sensor
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Engine control module (MSD80)
High-pressure pump
Fuel rail
High pressure sensor
High pressure pump with non-return valves
Piezo injectors
Pressure liming valve with bypass
Electric fuel pump
Do not attempt to open any high pressure fuel lines on the HPI
system until the coolant temperature is below 40 degrees Celsius
(approximately 104 degrees Fahrenheit)
The gas movement is influenced on the one hand by the geometry

of the intake passages and on the other hand by the shape of the
piston crown.
Piezo Fuel Injectors

It is the outward-opening piezo-injector that renders possible
spray-directed direct injection and thus the overall innovations of
the N54 engine. Due to the fact that only this component ensures
that the injected fuel spray cone remains stable, even under the
prevailing influences of pressure and temperature in the combustion chamber.
The injected fuel is swirled in the combustion chamber with the

boost air until a homogeneous mixture is available throughout the
compression space at the point of ignition.
Note: When working on the fuel system of the N54 engine, it is
important to ensure that the ignition coils are not fouled by fuel.
The resistance of the silicone material is significantly reduced by
heavy fuel contact. This can cause secondary ignition misfires.
This piezo-injector permits injection pressures of up to 200 bar and

extremely quick opening of the nozzle needle. In this way, it is possible to inject fuel into the combustion chamber under conditions
released from the power cycles limited by the valve opening times.
Before performing any repairs to the fuel system, remove the

ignition coils without fail and protect the spark-plug slot
against the ingress of fuel with a cloth.
The piezo-injector is integrated together with the spark plug

centrally between the inlet and exhaust valves in the cylinder head.
This installation position prevents the cylinder walls or the piston
crown from being wetted with injected fuel. A uniform formation of
the homogeneous air/fuel mixture is obtained with the aid of the
gas movement in the combustion chamber and a stable fuel spray
cone.
Before refitting the piezo-injector, remove the ignition coils and

ensure conditions of absolute cleanliness.
Ignition coils heavily fouled by fuel must be replaced.
Injector Design and Function
The piezo-injector essentially consists of three sub-assemblies.

The expansion of the energized piezo-element lifts the nozzle
needle outwards from its valve seat. To be able to counter the
different operating temperatures with comparable valve lifts, the
injector has a thermal compensating element.
The nozzle needle is pressed outwards from its tapered valve seat.
This opens up an annular orifice. The pressurized fuel flows
through this annular orifice and forms a hollow cone, the spray
angle of which is not dependent on the backpressure in the
combustion chamber.
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The spray cone (1) of a piezo-injector can diverge during operation

(2). Due to the formation of soot inside the engine, such divergence is perfectly normal and acceptable to a certain extent.
If, however, spray divergence reaches the stage where it begins to
spray the spark plug wet, the spark plug may incur damage.
Index
Explanation
Outward opening nozzle needle
Piezo-element
Thermal compensator
Outward opening injector

nozzle needle
Index
1
Explanation
Ideal spray cone
Permitted divergence of spray cone
Non-permitted divergence of spray cone
Note: Do not attempt to clean the injectors in any way.

This may result in damage which can effect the spray pattern.
Any divergence in the spray pattern can cause damage to the
spark plug or the engine itself.
Note: Replace the Teflon sealing ring when fitting and removing the
piezo-injector. This also applies when an injector that has just
been fitted has to be removed again after an engine start. A piezoinjector provided with a new Teflon sealing ring should be fitted
as quickly as possible because the Teflon sealing ring could swell
up. Please observe the repair instructions and follow without fail.
When fitting, make sure that the piezo injector is correctly seated.
The hold-down element for securing the piezo-injectors must rest
on both injector tabs, otherwise the necessary force is not
applied to the piezo-injector.
In order to bring the catalytic converters up to operating temperature as quickly as possible, the N54 engine has a catalyst-heating
mode for when the engine is started from cold. In this mode,
combustion heat is intentionally introduced into the exhaust train
and not used first and foremost to develop power output.
Injection Strategy
Injection of the fuel mass required for the operating situation can
take place in up to three individual injections. Which option is used
in the relevant operating situation is dependent on engine load and
speed. Here, the actual time resulting from the engine speed
available for metering the fuel is an important framework quantity.
The point of ignition is moved to 30 (crankshaft degrees) after

TDC. The main quantity of the required fuel is injected before TDC
and mixed with the boost air. The piston is situated after TDC in its
downward travel such that the air/fuel mixture is already expanding
again, which reduces the ignitability of the mixture.
A special situation during the operation of any engine is the range

in which a high load occurs at low engine speed, so-called "Low
End Torque" operation. In this operating situation, the required fuel
mass is metered to the engine in three individual injections.
This results in a highly effective mixture formation which in the final
analysis has the effect of both increasing power output and saving
fuel.
In order to ignite the mixture reliably, a small residual quantity of fuel

is injected 25 after TDC and this guarantees an ignitable mixture
at the spark plug. This small fuel quantity therefore provides for
ignition of the residual charge in the combustion chamber.
This operating mode is set by the engine-management system
after a maximum period of 60 seconds from engine starting but is
terminated if the catalytic-converter response temperature is
reached earlier.
Index
Explanation
Single injection event
Double injection event
Triple injection event

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Piezo Element
The movement of the nozzle needle in the injector is generated no
longer by a solenoid coil but rather by a piezo-element.
A piezo-element is an electromechanical converter, i.e. it consists
of a ceramic material which converts electrical energy directly into
mechanical energy (force/travel). A familiar application is the piezo
cigarette lighter - when a piezo-crystal is pressed, voltage is
generated until a spark flashes over and the gas ignites.
Injector Adjustment
When the injectors are manufactured, a multitude of measurement

data is recorded at specific points in the factory. In this way, the tolerance ranges for injector-quantity adjustment are determined and
specified in a six-digit number combination.
Information on the lift performance of the injector is also added for
injector voltage adjustment. Injector adjustment is required
because of the individual voltage demand of each piezo actuator.
An allocation is made to a voltage demand category, which is
included in the number combination on the injector.
These data items are transmitted to the ECM. During engine
operation, these values are used to compensate for deviations in
the metering and switching performance.
Note: When replacing an injector, it is absolutely essentially to carry out an injector adjustment.
Index
Explanation
Piezo crystal - not energized
Piezo crystal - energized
Piezo element - in multiple layers (stacked)
In the case of the piezo-actuator, voltage is generated so that the

crystal expands. In order to achieve greater travel, it is possible to
design a piezo-element in several layers.
The actuator module consists of layers of the piezo-ceramic
material connected mechanically in series and electrically in
parallel. The deflection of a piezo-crystal is dependent on the
applied voltage up to a maximum deflection; the higher the voltage,
the greater the travel.
Optimization
Tolerance range
numbers
For optimization of:

Emission values
Smooth running
Fuel consumption
Power output
the controlled variables of energy quantities and injector opening
times are continuously monitored. This occurs on a bank-selective
basis by way of lambda closed-loop control.
The residual oxygen in the exhaust gas is measured in each case
for cylinder bank 1 and cylinder bank 2. This measurement result
is compared with the values expected from the set correcting
variables. The result of a deviation is that the injector opening signal is adapted. This adaptation is stored in the control unit and is
therefore available for subsequent engine operation.
Injector Control and Adaptation
The fuel mass required for the operating situation is injected by the
piezo-injector into the combustion chamber. This mass can be
influenced by three correcting variables:
the rail pressure
However, these stored values are lost when the system is flashed
and must be relearned. A further adaptation of the injector activation takes place depending on time and use. This cylinder-selective adaptation involves a check of the residual-oxygen content with
a conclusion as to the cylinder causing the situation. To this end, it
is necessary for part of the exhaust-gas flow not to be swirled in the
turbocharger. For this reason, the flap of the wastegate valve must
be fully opened, i.e. swung out of the exhaust-gas flow.
This wastegate-flap position extends beyond its normal opening
position in engine operation. Based on the result of this cylinderselective monitoring, the energy quantity is adapted if necessary to
activate the injectors.
the injector opening time

and the injector opening lift
The injector opening time and the injector opening lift are activated
directly at the piezo injector. The opening time is controlled via the
ti signal and the opening lift via the energy quantity in the activation
of the piezo-injector.
Injector Adaptation
The fuel masses and injection cycles determined from the

load/speed map are included in a pilot-control program map. Here,
while further framework parameters are taken into consideration,
the energy quantities and injector opening times required to activate the injectors are determined.
Furthermore, the cylinder-selective adaptation includes if necessary

an adaptation of the injector opening signal based on smooth
running monitoring of the N54 engine. Overall adaptation of the
injectors is limited to a 15% additional quantity.
The N54 engine can be safely and reliably operated with these
program-map values.
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Workshop Exercise - Fuel Injection System

Using an instructor designated vehicle, access the schematic
for the fuel injector circuit and perform oscilloscope testing on
one of the injectors.
Draw the scope pattern on the illustration at the right.
What is unique about this injector pattern in comparison with a
conventional fuel injector pattern?
With regard to the fuel injector circuit, what is different about the
power and ground connections to the fuel injector?
Oscilloscope Settings
What is the approximate voltage of the fuel injector signal?

Channel
A
Is it possible to see multiple injection events on the scope?

(explain)
Channel
B
Test
Connection
MFK 1
MFK 2
Type of
Measurement
AC
Channel A
KV
MFK 1
MFK 2
DC
AC
DC
Channel B
Trigger Clip
KL1 (TD)
Frequency
Range
Trigger Source
Trigger clip
Workshop Exercise - Fuel Injection System

Access the test module for the injector adjustment and follow
through the test module.
Describe the path to access the test module:
When should the injector adjustment be performed?
Where can the numbers for the injector adjustment be found?
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Workshop Exercise - HPI Injection
Function/System/Component
Signal
Measurement
Test Plan
Using the BMW diagnostic equipment, identify any

available diagnostic options that can be used to
troubleshoot the listed functions or components and
mark each category accordingly.
Chassis:
Status Request
Model:
Component
Activation
Date:
Prod Date:
DISplus/GT-1 Software:
Notes/comments:
(example: pin and connector assignments,
Function Selection Path, Notes on Test Plans)
Service Function
Additional Information
Purpose
Diagnosis Options
Injection control/fuel injectors

Low pressure fuel system/ In-tank fuel pump
Low pressure fuel system/ Pressure sensor
High pressure fuel system/Pressure control valve
High pressure fuel system/Pressure sensor
Can injectors be interchanged from one cylinder to another for testing purposes?
What requirements would be necessary in order to accomplish this?
or
Why is this not recommended?
Operating Condition
Component
Start
Volts
High pressure control valve
Hz
Duty Cycle
Volts
Rail pressure sensor
Hz
Cycle
Volts
Inlet pressure sensor
Hz
Duty Cycle
Cold Idle
Warm Idle
High Load
NOTES
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Ignition Management
Most of the ignition system components have remained the same
for all NG6 engines for 2007. There are some minor changes to
the ignition coils that apply to all versions. The coils have been
optimized for more durability.
Spark Plugs
The spark plugs for the N51 and N52KP remain the same as N52.
However, the N54 uses a completely new spark plug from Bosch.
The spark plug design consists of a 12mm thread which contrasts
from the 14mm design on the N52 which prevents any possibility
of improper installation.
Spark Plug Diagnosis (N54)
Due to the proximity of the spark plug to the fuel injector nozzle,
any divergence in the fuel spray may cause possible spark plug
damage. This makes spark plug diagnosis an important part of
N54 service concerns. Information gained by the spark plug
diagnosis may indicate possible fuel injector faults. Spark plug
replacement interval has been reduced to 45,000 miles for the
N54.
The illustrations below can be used to assist in diagnosis:
Spark plug showing normal wear pattern
for low mileage
Spark plug showing normal wear pattern

for high mileage
Spark plug showing abnormal wear

pattern - look for possible fuel spray
diversion
Spark plug showing abnormal wear

pattern - look for possible fuel spray
diversion
The hex on the spark plug is also a 12 point design which requires
a special tool. The tool (socket) has a thinwall design to facilitate
access in the confined area of the N54 cylinder head.
Emissions Management
The N54 and N52KP meet ULEV II requirements for 2007. There
are not many changes to the emission systems on these engines.
The N54 engine has 2 underbody catalysts in addition to the
near engine catalysts already in use from the N52.
The N51 engine, however, is a SULEV II compliant engine which
meets the 2007 requirements. In addition to the 5 existing
SULEV states of California, New York, Maine, Massachusetts, and
Vermont - four states have been added for 2007. These states
include, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Oregon and Washington
State.
The N51 emissions measures include:
Secondary Air System with mini-HFM
Radiator with Prem-air coating
Lower compression ratio (10:1) via modified combustion
chamber and pistons
Underbody catalyst in addition to near engine catalyst
Activated carbon air filter in air filter housing
Steel fuel lines with threaded fittings and sealed fuel tank
Crankcase ventilation system integrated into cylinder head
cover
Purge system piping made from optimized plastic
Note: The SULEV II information above is only preliminary
and is accurate as of 8/06. Additional information
will be released as it becomes available.
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Performance Controls
Cooling System
The cooling system of the N54 engine consists of a radiator circuit and an isolated oil cooling circuit. The fact that there is an isolated
oil-cooling circuit ensures that heat is not introduced via the engine oil into the engine's coolant system.
There is a significantly greater quantity of heat on account of this

engine's increased power of 75.5 kW/l in comparison with other
3-liter spark-ignition engines.
This boundary condition is satisfied by the engine cooling system
with its increased performance. This increase in power was to be
realized in spite of some factors less advantageous to cooling.
Factors to be mentioned here are:
Approximately 15% less flow area is available on account of
the intercooler located below the radiator.
The already small amount of space provided by the engine
compartment is further limited by the accommodation of
further components.
Because the exhaust turbochargers are cooled by the coolant,
an additional quantity of heat is introduced into the system via
these turbochargers.
Measures for increasing cooling-system performance:
Index
Explanation
Index
Explanation
Radiator
Heat exchanger
Gear-box oil cooler
10
Outlet temperature sensor,

cylinder head
Outlet temperature sensor
11
Thermostat, engine oil cooler
Engine oil cooler
12
Coolant expansion tank
Thermostat for gearbox oil cooler
13
Vent line
Map thermostat
14
Gearbox oil cooler
15
Fan
Exhaust turbocharger
It is also possible that an N54 engine equipped with an automatic

gearbox to utilize the lower area of the radiator to cool the gearbox
by means of the gearbox oil cooler. This is achieved as in the N52
engine with control sleeves, which are introduced into the radiator
tank.
Coolant pump with increased power - 400 W/9000 l/h

Separation of water and engine-oil cooling
Radiator with increased power
Electric fan with increased power 600W for all gearbox variants
Engine-oil Cooling
The N54 engine is equipped with a high-performance engine oil
cooler. The pendulum slide pump delivers the oil from the oil sump
to the oil filter. A thermostat flanged to the oil filter housing admits
the oil to the engine-oil cooler. The engine oil cooler is located in
the right wheel arch in the E92. The thermostat can reduce the
resistance opposing the oil by opening the bypass line between the
feed and return lines of the engine oil cooler. This ensures that the
engine warms up safely and quickly.
The structure of the coolant circuit is the same as that of the N52
engine. The engine is flushed through with coolant in accordance
with the cross-flow concept. Cooling output can be influenced as a
function of load by activating the following components:
Electric fan
Map thermostat
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Radiator
Design measures have been used to increase the performance of
the radiator itself. The performance of a radiator is dependent on
its radiation surface. However, the intercooler location had to be
underneath the radiator, and this meant that is was necessary to
compensate for the smaller flow area available.
Compared with the N52 engine, the radiator used in the N54
engine has a block depth which has been increased to 32 mm.
In addition, the water pipes are situated closer together than in
previously used radiators. The upshot of this is an increase in the
utilizable radiation surface.
Electric Coolant Pump
The coolant pump of the N54 engine is an electrically driven centrifugal pump with a power output of 400W and a maximum flow
rate of 9000 l/h. This represents a significant increase in power of
the electric coolant pump used in the N52 engine, which has a
power output of 200 W and a maximum flow rate of 7000 l/h.
The power of the electric wet-rotor motor is electronically
controlled by the electronic module (3) in the pump. The electronic
module is connected via the bit-serial data interface (BSD) to the
MSD80 engine control unit.
The engine control unit uses the engine load, the operating mode
and the data from the temperature sensors to calculate the
required cooling output.
Based on this data, the engine control unit issues the corresponding command to the electric coolant pump. The electric coolant
pump regulates its speed in accordance with this command.
The system coolant flows through the motor of the coolant pump,
thus cooling both the motor as well as the electronic module. The
coolant lubricates the bearings of the electric coolant pump.
Index
Explanation
Pump
Pump motor
Electric Water Pump module
Note: The same rules apply to all electric coolant pumps.

The pump must be filled with coolant when removed
for service to prevent any corrosion. Also, the pump
impeller must be turned by hand before installation
to ensure the pump is not seized.
NOTES
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1.
Complete the chart by checking the correct engine which applies to the listed component or system:
Component/System
Piezo-electric fuel injectors (example)

Connecting rod bolts - M9
Valvetronic
Crankcase Ventilation Valve
Secondary Air System
3-Stage DISA Intake manifold
EKP Module
Cylinder head gasket with sealing lip
Electric Water Pump - 200 Watt
Electric Water Pump - 400 Watt
HPI Injection
Forged Steel Crankshaft
Bi-VANOS
Plastic Valve Cover
Crankcase Ventilation System - 2-Mode
All Aluminum Alloy Crankcase
Parallel Bi-Turbocharging
Digital HFM
Manifold Injection
5 mm intake valve stem
N52
N52KP
N51
N54
3.

2.
Match the picture of the special tool with the purpose.

Place the letter of the tool next to the description provided.
With regard to the N54 engine, circle the TRUE statements

and cross out the statements which are NOT true:
The HPI injection system is spray guided
The piezo-injectors are ground controlled
The fuel volume from the injectors is determined by the
amount of injector opening
The blow-off valves are controlled electrically by the
DME
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
The load control on the N54 is controlled by the throttle

valve and the fuel injectors
In deceleration mode, the crankcase blow-by gases are
directed to the intake manifold directly
The injection pressure is approximately 200 bar
The HDP pump is driven from a additional lobe on the
exhaust camshaft
The MSD80 engine management system uses an idle
control valve to regulate idle speed on the N54
12 point, thinwall spark plug socket
Both wastegates are open at idle
For locking flywheel in place
The compression ratio on the N54 is 10.2 to 1
Used to access bolts to remove HDP pump
The HDP pump is a vane-type pump

The piezo injectors allow multiple injection events
For removing seized injectors
The crankcase ventilation system on the N54 has cyclone

separators integrated into the cylinder head cover
To remove and install injector o-rings

Removes long stud bolts on plastic valve covers
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2007 NG6 Engines Workbook

New NG6 Engines for 2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Initial Print Date: 10/06

Revision Date: 12/06

Intake Manifold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Fuel Supply and Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

2007 NG6 Engines Workbook

After completion of this module you will be able to:

New NG6 Engines for 2007

Finally, the N51 which is a SULEV II compatible engine, will be

New Engine Designations

BMW Engines up to 2001

BMW Engines from 2001 (New Generation)

External Engines (i.e. Tritec MINI)

4-cylinder in-line engine

The breakdown is as follows:

6-cylinder in-line engine

Gasoline direct injection

Gasoline direct injection with turbocharger

Double VANOS with Valvetronic

Diesel direct injection with turbocharger

Fuel type/ operating mode

Displacement in 1/10 liter

3.0 liter (example)

Power output class

Upper output class (standard)

Medium output class

Lower output class

Lowest output class

Redesign/facelift version (TU etc.)

BMW Engines up to 2001

BMW Engines from 2001 (New Generation)

External Engines (i.e. Tritec MINI)

4-cylinder in-line engine

6-cylinder in-line engine

Gasoline direct injection

Gasoline direct injection with turbocharger

Double VANOS with Valvetronic

Diesel direct injection with turbocharger

3.0 liter (example)

Fuel type/ operating mode

Displacement in 1/10 liter

2007 NG6 Engines Workbook

New NG6 Versions

New Vehicles for 2007

Engine Mechanical Overview

The N52KP and N51 engines continue to use the composite

As far as the physical appearance and dimensions, the crankcase

N52 Crankcase - Magnesium/Aluminum Composite

Note: The N54 engine

The N54 engine continues to use the two-piece crankcase

2007 NG6 Engines Workbook

Cylinder Head Cover

Note: Some engines with plastic cylinder head covers

The valvetrain on the N52 introduced in 2006, used 5 mm valve

The lightweight hydroformed camshaft will still be used on the

The N51 engine is a SULEV II compliant design which has a lower