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N62 Used BMW Engine For Sale
- Engine Size (liters) 3.6-4.8
- “# of Cylinders
- and layout” V8
- # of Valves 32
- Camshaft and Valve Timing Valvetronic
- HP Rating 272-367
- Torque Rating 262-369
- Active Years 2001-2010
- Example Models E60 545i/550i, E65 745/750, E70 X5 4.8
- Features naturally aspirated, Valvetronic
Best Engine Replacement Procedure
- Swap the engine’s oil, fuel and oil filters, and coolant.
- Install new engine and external coolers if existing.
- Cleanse the cooling system thoroughly, then replace the water pump.
- Renew necessary hoses and belts.
- Install a new timing belt, spark plugs, and wires.
- Replace essential gaskets and seals, focusing on the oil pan, front, and rear main seals.
- Clear the vehicle’s computer codes before engine installation.
- Ensure the replacement engine matches the original specifications.
- Transfer exhaust manifolds, mounts, distributor, and sensors from the old engine.
- Disable fuel and ignition before ignition to prime the oil.
- Ensure no plugs or tape remain on the engine before installation.
7 Common Mistakes to AVOID!
- Not resetting the vehicle’s computer codes before installation.
- Skipping the step of adding engine oil before the first startup.
- Forgetting to deactivate the fuel and ignition systems, essential for priming the oil.
- Ignoring the replacement of the oil cooler or the radiator’s integrated oil cooler.
- Overlooking the cleaning of the radiator and checking the operation of the cooling fans.
- Not swapping out the flywheel and its securing bolts.
- Trying to initiate the engine’s first run without proper priming.