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Variable Camshaft Timing Control System -- Repair (1 Of 2) (F96)
2023 BMW X6 MSECTION Variable Camshaft Timing Control System -- Repair (1 Of 2) (F96)
- 11 36 Variable Camshaft Timing Control System (VANOS)
- 11 36 047 Removing and installing both left camshaft VANOS adjusters (cylinders 5-8) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 11 36 048 Removing and installing/replacing both right camshaft VANOS adjusters (cylinders 1-4) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 11 36 112 Removing and installing/replacing left intake camshaft VANOS adjuster (cylinders 5-8) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 11 36 114 Removing and installing/replacing left exhaust camshaft VANOS adjuster (cylinders 5-8) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 11 36 116 Removing and installing/replacing right intake camshaft VANOS adjuster (cylinders 1-4) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 11 36 118 Removing and installing/replacing right exhaust camshaft VANOS adjuster (cylinders 1-4) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 11 36 125 Removing and installing/replacing right intake camshaft VANOS central valve (cylinders 1-4) (X6 M 2020-2023)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.