5 Series E39 M5 (S62) SAL
VS-21/Seyfried
Baugruppe/Group: 11
11 01 00 (565)
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Datum/Date:
04/2000
Engine oil consumption
E39 / S62
Complaint:
Engine oil consumption is greater than 1.5 litres per 1,000 km after a running-in phase of
10,000 km.
Cause:
Unfavourable running-in characteristics of cylinder barrels with the piston rings.
Affected
vehicles:
E39 S62 (M5)
Manufacturing period: start of series production (September 1998) until end of February
2000
Remedy:
The following actions have been taken in series production:
January 1999:
optimised honing procedure for cylinder barrels, modified DME data status
February 2000:
new, improved piston rings fitted
Procedure:
In case of customer complaint, advise should always be given on how to check the oil level
correctly:
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Park the vehicle on a flat, horizontal surface.
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Allow the engine, which must be at normal operating temperature, to run at idling
speed for about one minute, then switch it off.
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Wait approx. one minute, then remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with a lint-free
cloth, paper towel, or similar.
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Insert the dipstick to the stop into its guide tube and pull it out again.
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The oil level must be between the two marks on the dipstick.
Measure the oil consumption as described in " SI Operating Fluids 11 07 96 (138)" dated
June 1999.
If the oil consumption is greater than 1.5 litres per 1,000 km, further action should be
coordinated with the responsible subsidiary, using the oil consumption measurement report
as an accessory.
Following clarification, the responsible subsidiary will, if applicable, issue a so-called
"Authorisation number" to fit a new short block.
This authorisation number is the condition for accepting the warranty claim.
Note:
Importers will receive this authorisation number from the responsible department,
VS-203 or VS-21.
Remove engine - please refer to Repair Instructions 11 00 050
Install short block (= engine block with crankshaft drive) - please refer to Repair Instructions
11 12 517 - Remove both cylinder heads
11 14 110 - Remove and install lower timing-case cover
11 41 000 - Remove and install oil pump
11 13 010 - Remove and install / replace upper section of oil sump
SI Engine oil consumption E39 S62
BMW AG - TIS
21.02.2013 03:24
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