2006 BMW M5 S85B50 (E60)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• High oil consumption under aggressive driving
• SMG transmission maintenance and clutch wear
• Rear subframe bushings wear

First checks

• Verify SMG transmission fluid condition and clutch wear
• Inspect V10 engine oil leaks and service history
• Check cooling system and thermostat operation

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

• 2006 model-year marks early production years of the E60 M5 with S85 V10 engine
• Availability of manual or SMG transmission depends on market and production month
• Market-specific emissions and fuel requirements might affect final tuning and components