2.1. N52 engine: Notes

2011 BMW 528iSECTION Notes
Fig 1: Identifying N52 Engine
G06926463Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Highlights 

  • Magnesium-aluminum composite crankcase
  • Valvetronic II
  • Volume controlled oil pump
  • Electric coolant pump.
  • Three-stage intake manifold (DISA)
  • Magnesium cylinder head cover
  • Single-belt drive
  • Exhaust manifold in lightweight construction.
RENDER: 1.0x

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