BMW E90 N52 Petrol Oil Consumption — Valve Stem Seals
BMW
3 Series
2005
N52 2.5/3.0
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
🚫 Do NOT Drive
Safety Impact
Direct safety risk — affects safe operation of the vehicle
Urgency Level
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The N52 in E90 325i/330i consumes oil from worn valve stem seals above 100,000 miles. Blue smoke on cold startup and overrun, rising oil consumption. Seals can be replaced with the head on the car. Cost: £600-1,000.
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