2025年3月28日 · Like its predecessor, the N55 is a turbocharged 3.0L inline-6 cylinder engine utilizing direct fuel injection. It was available in just about every chassis BMW used during its life, including the F01 7-series, F16 X6, and the F87 M2. These engines span back to 1933 with the introduction of BMW’s first automotive inline-6, the M78.

2023年12月26日 · BMW's N55 is a reliable engine capable of much more power than it was given. Here are a few of the best ways to boost your engine's performance & reliability.

At FCP Euro, we carry OE, OEM, Genuine, and aftermarket BMW parts for all of the top chassis, whether it is current or classic. Using our 'My Garage' vehicle selector and vehicle-specific search tool, you can easily search for BMW parts by part number or by category.

2023年7月18日 · Best FCP option for BMW N55 (2016 M235i)? I have a 2016 BMW M235i. N55 engine, 6 speed manual, Dinan Stage 1 tuned. Oil temps in the 210ºF to 215ºF range under normal driving, but I've seen it get as high as 230ºF to 240ºF. I'm in Connecticut and take advantage of FCP's lifetime replacement. Out of the options they …

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2023年2月26日 · All N55-powered BMWs use an electric water pump. They’re efficient and reduce parasitic engine losses, but they remain a source of headaches. More recently, owners have found their water pump’s aluminum ground bolt failing on them, shearing off for whatever reason and leaving the pump inoperable....

Compare the width of the flattened Flexigauge with the graduation of the envelope. The figure within the graduations indicates the clearance in thousandths of an inch of millimetres, depending on which side of the envelope is used. (See Figure 2). 7.

Code letters on the engine block designate the bearing type and its position. This information can be found written vertically on the right side of the engine block directly to the right of the coolant feed pipe. Below is an N55 engine block with the location of this information circled in red for reference and a close-up of what you'll read.

2023年4月19日 · Tip: Always replace the breather hose. FCP euro sells one in their N55 VC "kit". Tip: Mirror on a stick can help you catch a rolled gasket before you tighten everything down.

2019年1月31日 · One of the most common failures on all BMWs with the N54 (and early N55) engine is the high-pressure fuel pump, regularly referred to as the HPFP. When the HPFP starts to fail, it's common for the car to go into limp mode, and in severe cases can leave you stranded waiting for a tow.