2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60)

E60 / Sedan / Wagon / North America, Europe, and selected global markets

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Engine identity

Engine code

N52B30

Engine summary

3.0L naturally aspirated inline-6, DOHC, Valvetronic, double-VANOS

Displacement

2979 cc

Power

230 hp (171 kW)

Torque

300 Nm (221 lb-ft)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Chain-driven double VANOS variable valve timing

Port OBD

Early E34 models commonly use the 20-pin BMW diagnostic connector in the engine bay; later OBD market equipment varies.

Oils and fluids

Type d’huile

Castrol EDGE 5W-30 or equivalent synthetic oil meeting BMW Longlife-01

Capacité d’huile

6.0 liters service fill with oil filter change

Liquide de refroidissement

10 liters approximate (varies by body style)

Fluide

Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid for AT

Differential fluid

BMW MTF-LT-1 gear oil for rear differential (where applicable)

Liquide de frein

DOT 4, changed every 2 years

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed manual transmission (available in select markets)

Automatic transmission

6-speed GM 6L50 automatic transmission

Spark plugs

NGK or Bosch Iridium, replace every 30,000-45,000 miles

Service interval

Oil change every 15,000 miles or 1 year (BMW Longlife), inspection every 30,000 miles

Dimensions des pneus

225/55R16 95H, 245/45R17 95W, 245/40R18 93Y

Couple de roue

120 Nm typical for BMW 5 Series E34 wheel bolts; verify wheel type.

Common and chronic problems

Electric water pump failure
Valve cover gasket oil leaks
CCV (crankcase ventilation) system clogging

First checks

Inspect cooling system including electric water pump operation
Check oil leaks around valve cover and oil filter housing
Test VANOS system for noise and hesitation

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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

The 528xi was sold primarily in North America and select European markets with all-wheel drive.
Some markets had variations in available transmissions and minor emission control components.

Codes courants

Source and verification notes

BMW E60 technical service manual and model year brochures 2007-2008
Technical data compiled from BMW enthusiast databases and official BMW parts catalogs

Outils compatibles

BMW 20-pin adapter
OBD2 scanner for later markets
Multimeter
Smoke tester
Cooling system pressure tester

Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) use? 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) is listed here with engine code N52B30; engine summary: 3.0L naturally aspirated inline-6, DOHC, Valvetronic, double-VANOS.
What oil and capacity does the 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) use? 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) is listed with Castrol EDGE 5W-30 or equivalent synthetic oil meeting BMW Longlife-01 and oil capacity 6.0 liters service fill with oil filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) problems? Highlighted checks for 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60): Electric water pump failure, Valve cover gasket oil leaks, CCV (crankcase ventilation) system clogging.

Engine identity

Engine code

N52B30

Engine summary

3.0L naturally aspirated inline-6, DOHC, Valvetronic, double-VANOS

Displacement

2979 cc

Power

230 hp (171 kW)

Torque

300 Nm (221 lb-ft)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Chain-driven double VANOS variable valve timing

Port OBD

Early E34 models commonly use the 20-pin BMW diagnostic connector in the engine bay; later OBD market equipment varies.

Oils and fluids

Type d’huile

Castrol EDGE 5W-30 or equivalent synthetic oil meeting BMW Longlife-01

Capacité d’huile

6.0 liters service fill with oil filter change

Liquide de refroidissement

10 liters approximate (varies by body style)

Fluide

Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid for AT

Differential fluid

BMW MTF-LT-1 gear oil for rear differential (where applicable)

Liquide de frein

DOT 4, changed every 2 years

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed manual transmission (available in select markets)

Automatic transmission

6-speed GM 6L50 automatic transmission

Spark plugs

NGK or Bosch Iridium, replace every 30,000-45,000 miles

Service interval

Oil change every 15,000 miles or 1 year (BMW Longlife), inspection every 30,000 miles

Dimensions des pneus

225/55R16 95H, 245/45R17 95W, 245/40R18 93Y

Couple de roue

120 Nm typical for BMW 5 Series E34 wheel bolts; verify wheel type.

Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) use? 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) is listed here with engine code N52B30; engine summary: 3.0L naturally aspirated inline-6, DOHC, Valvetronic, double-VANOS.

What oil and capacity does the 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) use? 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) is listed with Castrol EDGE 5W-30 or equivalent synthetic oil meeting BMW Longlife-01 and oil capacity 6.0 liters service fill with oil filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60) problems? Highlighted checks for 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60): Electric water pump failure, Valve cover gasket oil leaks, CCV (crankcase ventilation) system clogging.

2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes

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2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi N52B30 (E60)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes