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December 1, 2014 Service bulletin

N63 Engine: Check the Timing Chain

BMW technical service bulletin 111614 for 2010-2013 BMW X5, 2011-2014 BMW 528I and 2011-2014 BMW 535I and others.

Bulletin number
111614
Component
Engine and engine cooling
Summary
N63 Engine: Check the Timing Chain. INFORMATION This bulletin outlines the procedure to check the engine timing chains for wear and should be completed in conjunction with SI B11 06 14 "N63 Customer Care Package". Performing the test plans identified in the procedure below will detect wear at an early stage and if necessary provide a repair solution. To avoid future valvetrain wear, the vehicle must be reprogrammed and a shorter oil service interval must be retrofitted via ISTA/P. Finally, drain and replace the engine's oil and filter. After completing all necessary repairs included in the N63 Customer Care Package and the Timing Chain Check, the vehicle must be test driven for up to 30 minutes to assure the highest standard of performed repairs.

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