2011 BMW M3 S65B40 (E90/E92/E93)
E90/E92/E93 / Sedan / Coupe / Convertible / Global (Europe, North America, Asia, selected markets)
S65B40Fiche exacte année/versionGold
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- Rod bearing wear on early models
- SMG clutch and pump wear in automated transmissions
- Carbon buildup under intake valves
First checks
- Rod bearing condition
- SMG hydraulic pump pressure
- Suspension top mount wear
Avant de remplacer des pièces
- 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
- Same S65 V8 engine across sedan (E90), coupe (E92), and convertible (E93) models with minor regional tuning differences.
- SMG transmission availability depends on market; manual is predominant globally.
- Oil capacity and service intervals may vary slightly by market and engine variant.