High Pressure Fuel Pump for Turbo vehicles - BMW 335i, 335xi

Abstract: New Warranty Information related to High Pressure Fuel Pump (HDP) for Turbo vehicles (BMW 335i, 335xi with N54 engine)


Applies to: BMW 3 Series 2007-2008 - Turbo Models Only - Engine Codes:  N54    (platforms:  E90, E92, E93)

Additional Models:
MY 2007/2008 E60, E61 - 535i/535xi with N54 engine

MY 2008 E82, E88 - 135is with N54 engine


BMW Technical Bulletin SI B 13 03 09

Date: April 2009

Subject: BMW emissions warranty of the High Pressure Fuel Pump (HDP) has been extended from 4 years or 50,000 miles to 10 years or 120,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Situation:

BMW has become aware of a potential problem that could affect the durability of the High Pressure Fuel Pump (HDP) of certain MY 2007/2008 BMW automobiles equipped with N54 engines. It is estimated that only a small percentage of vehicles will actually develop a problem. Vehicles affected may have the Service Engine Soon lamp illuminated with various low fuel pressure-related faults (e.g., 29DC, 29F1, 29F2 ) stored in the Engine Control Module (DME). Also, the affected vehicles may experience long cranking times or reduced engine performance (engine in failsafe mode) when the HDP malfunctions.

Correction:

In the event that the High Pressure Fuel Pump of an MY 2007/2008 3 Series vehicle (335i/xi Sedan/Coupe/Convertible), MY 2007/2008 5 Series vehicle (535i/xi Sedan/Sports Wagon), or MY 2008 1 Series vehicle (135is Coupe/Convertible) with the N54 engine exhibits the symptoms listed above, it should be replaced with the improved part (P/N 13 51 7 592 881). For HDP diagnostic and replacing instructions, refer to SI B12 55 06 and RA 13 51 017, found in BMW TIS.

Emissions Warranty Information

  • The emissions warranty extension for this component applies to the above-listed models only, and is transferable to any subsequent purchaser of these models.
  • This extended emissions warranty is applicable to vehicles registered in all 50 states.
  • Warranty coverage for all other parts is not affected.
  • BMW will inform all affected owners of the above-listed models of their extended High Pressure Fuel Pump emissions warranty.

Before Performing any Work

Please read Cautions and Warnings before proceeding with any work on your vehicle

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