2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60)

E60 / Sedan / Global (noting regional engine variations)

N52B25Registro exacto de año/versiónSilver

Engine identity

Engine code

N52B25

Engine summary

2.5L naturally aspirated inline-6 DOHC with Valvetronic and double VANOS

Displacement

2497 cc

Power

177-190 hp depending on market and emissions version

Torque

230 Nm (170 lb-ft)

Fuel system

Electronic fuel injection with high-precision injectors

Timing drive

Single chain drive for camshafts with VANOS variable timing

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting BMW Longlife-01 specification

Capacidad de aceite

Approximately 6.5 liters including oil filter; service-fill plus filter change

Refrigerante

Around 10 liters (varies by radiator and additional cooling components)

Fluido

BMW ATF or approved equivalent for automatic; manual uses specific manual gearbox oil

Differential fluid

Limited slip differentials are rare in this trim; standard fluid is GL-5 gear oil

Líquido de frenos

DOT 4 recommended, synthetic brake fluid with high boiling point

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed manual available in select markets

Automatic transmission

6-speed automatic (SMG III electronic manual gearbox also offered in some regions)

Spark plugs

BMW OEM NGK or Bosch platinum spark plugs, replaced typically every 60,000 km

Service interval

Every 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first, including oil, filter, and inspections

Medidas de neumáticos

225/55 R16, 235/50 R17 depending on wheel package

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Electric water pump failure
DISA valve issues affecting intake manifold
Valve cover gasket leaks

First checks

Confirm service history for cooling system components
Check valve cover gasket condition
Inspect VANOS operation codes

Antes de cambiar piezas

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

Engine power slightly varies by emissions and regional tuning
Oil capacity includes filter change; confirm with local BMW service data
Manual transmission availability varies by market

Códigos comunes

Source and verification notes

BMW E60 525i factory technical data sheets
Verified build and specification data from BMW global service manuals 2006

Herramientas compatibles

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) use? 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) is listed here with engine code N52B25; engine summary: 2.5L naturally aspirated inline-6 DOHC with Valvetronic and double VANOS.
What oil and capacity does the 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) use? 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) is listed with Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting BMW Longlife-01 specification and oil capacity Approximately 6.5 liters including oil filter; service-fill plus filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) problems? Highlighted checks for 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60): Electric water pump failure, DISA valve issues affecting intake manifold, Valve cover gasket leaks.

Engine identity

Engine code

N52B25

Engine summary

2.5L naturally aspirated inline-6 DOHC with Valvetronic and double VANOS

Displacement

2497 cc

Power

177-190 hp depending on market and emissions version

Torque

230 Nm (170 lb-ft)

Fuel system

Electronic fuel injection with high-precision injectors

Timing drive

Single chain drive for camshafts with VANOS variable timing

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting BMW Longlife-01 specification

Capacidad de aceite

Approximately 6.5 liters including oil filter; service-fill plus filter change

Refrigerante

Around 10 liters (varies by radiator and additional cooling components)

Fluido

BMW ATF or approved equivalent for automatic; manual uses specific manual gearbox oil

Differential fluid

Limited slip differentials are rare in this trim; standard fluid is GL-5 gear oil

Líquido de frenos

DOT 4 recommended, synthetic brake fluid with high boiling point

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed manual available in select markets

Automatic transmission

6-speed automatic (SMG III electronic manual gearbox also offered in some regions)

Spark plugs

BMW OEM NGK or Bosch platinum spark plugs, replaced typically every 60,000 km

Service interval

Every 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first, including oil, filter, and inspections

Medidas de neumáticos

225/55 R16, 235/50 R17 depending on wheel package

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) use? 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) is listed here with engine code N52B25; engine summary: 2.5L naturally aspirated inline-6 DOHC with Valvetronic and double VANOS.

What oil and capacity does the 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) use? 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) is listed with Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting BMW Longlife-01 specification and oil capacity Approximately 6.5 liters including oil filter; service-fill plus filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60) problems? Highlighted checks for 2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60): Electric water pump failure, DISA valve issues affecting intake manifold, Valve cover gasket leaks.

2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes

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2006 BMW 525i N52B25 (E60)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes