2021 BMW 540I Engine Parts

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 54302500.

This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

KING ENGINE BEARINGS supplies both parts for the 2021 BMW 540I.

Listed part numbers: KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB7779SM and KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB7779MC.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

6 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, VICTOR REINZ and AJUSA. MAHLE / CLEVITE 68102 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE 68102, VICTOR REINZ 813700200 and AJUSA 15075200, among others listed above.

This table covers the bolts that clamp the cylinder head to the block. Read more

2 Cylinder Head Bolt parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 2 brands — AJUSA and VICTOR REINZ.

This group includes AJUSA 81069200 and VICTOR REINZ 141226103.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 3 brands — ELRING, AJUSA and VICTOR REINZ. The "Popular" part is ELRING 793491.

Part numbers include ELRING 793491, ELRING 739501 and AJUSA 10248900, among others listed above.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 52561500.

This table covers the Engine covers. Read more

2 Engine Cover parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from TECHPRO.

Listed part numbers: TECHPRO BM1228184 and TECHPRO BM1228188.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 50515000.

This table covers the Harmonic Balancer bolts. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 540I — REIN HWB0074.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 3 brands — AJUSA, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Part numbers include AJUSA 13313000, MAHLE / CLEVITE MS20642 and VICTOR REINZ 711737500.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

5 Motor Mount parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from ANCHOR and WESTAR. ANCHOR 10258 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include ANCHOR 10258, ANCHOR 10260 and ANCHOR 10259, among others listed above.

This table covers the Motor Mount kits. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 540I — ANCHOR 300958.

This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable. Read more

6 Oil parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from LIQUI MOLY, PENTOSIN and VALVOLINE. LIQUI MOLY 22044 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes LIQUI MOLY 22044, LIQUI MOLY 22046 and LIQUI MOLY 22048 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the heat exchangers that cool engine oil. Typical signs include oil at the cooler fittings, or coolant that looks like a milkshake. Pressure-test both circuits after a cooler swap — a leak here mixes oil and coolant. Read more

4 Oil Cooler parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, NISSENS, REIN and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: MAHLE / CLEVITE CLC362000S, NISSENS 91359 and REIN ECK0273, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Oil Cooler. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Oil Cooler Gasket parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 2 brands — AJUSA and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 77010300, AJUSA 77010400 and MAHLE / CLEVITE B33793.

This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan. Read more

2 Oil Drain Plug parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from DORMAN and REIN.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 090088 and REIN HWU1041.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 2 brands — AJUSA and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 21010400 and VICTOR REINZ 417005800.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

2 Oil Filler Cap parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from MOTORAD and VAICO.

Part numbers include MOTORAD MO214 and VAICO V204688.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

9 Oil Filter parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from FVP, PRO-TEC, MOBIL and 6 other brands. HENGST E859HD352 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, FVP and PRO-TEC supply 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP G0342.

In the High Performance / Heavy Duty grade, MOBIL supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is MOBIL M1C457A.

The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from HENGST, MANN, HASTINGS / BALDWIN and 3 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. HENGST E859HD352 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include HENGST E859HD352, FVP G0342 and PRO-TEC PXL10342, among others listed above.

This table covers the Oil Filter Adapter Gasket O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE B33794.

This table covers the Oil Filter covers. Read more

2 Oil Filter Cover parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and REIN.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD MO388 and REIN CPL0070.

This table covers the Oil Filter housings. Read more

3 Oil Filter Housing parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 3 brands — DORMAN, HENGST and VEMO.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 926453, HENGST H811H and VEMO V20601662.

This table covers the oil pans that hold the engine's oil sump. Read more

2 Oil Pan parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from REIN.

This group includes REIN ESK0247 and REIN ESK0249.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 540I — VICTOR REINZ 703141410.

This table covers the chains that drive the oil pump. Read more

2 Oil Pump Chain parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 2 brands — CLOYES and VAICO.

Listed part numbers: CLOYES C530 and VAICO V203921.

This table covers the Oil Pump sprockets. Read more

This group shows a single part: CLOYES S1172.

This table covers the rocker arms that transfer cam motion to the valves. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 540I — INA VF0241.

This table covers the timing chains that keep the cams in time with the crank. Read more

This group shows a single part: CLOYES C528.

This table covers kits that group a timing chain with the related tensioners and guides. Read more

4 Timing Chain & Component Kit parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from CLOYES and VAICO.

Part numbers include CLOYES 90528SAX, CLOYES 90528SA and VAICO V2010026BEK, among others listed above.

This table covers the guides and dampers that keep the timing chain on its path. Read more

3 Timing Chain Guide / Damper parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from CLOYES.

Part numbers include CLOYES 96180, CLOYES 96181 and CLOYES 96182.

This table covers the tensioners that keep the timing chain taut. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 540I — CLOYES 96179.

This table covers the turbochargers that compress intake air. Read more

2 Turbocharger parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from BORG-WARNER and GPD.

Part numbers include BORG-WARNER 18559880115 and GPD 2512001.

This table covers the Turbocharger Coolant lines. Typical signs include a wet fitting, a rusted pipe, or a pressure loss in this circuit. Flare or thread the new line the way the notes specify; a kinked replacement will fail early. Read more

REIN supplies both parts for the 2021 BMW 540I.

This group includes REIN CHT0972 and REIN CHT0971.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Turbocharger. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Turbocharger Gasket parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 2 brands — AJUSA and GPD.

Part numbers include AJUSA JTC12513 and GPD 2535112.

This table covers the fasteners that mount the turbocharger. Read more

This group shows a single part: REIN TRK0024.

This table covers the Turbocharger Oil lines. Typical signs include a wet fitting, a rusted pipe, or a pressure loss in this circuit. Flare or thread the new line the way the notes specify; a kinked replacement will fail early. Read more

3 Turbocharger Oil Line parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from REIN and AJUSA.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA OP11237, REIN TFP0393 and REIN TRP0391.

This table covers the Valve covers. Read more

2 Valve Cover parts for the 2021 BMW 540I come from 2 brands — SKP and VAICO.

Part numbers include SKP SK743462 and VAICO V205366.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from AJUSA and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 56080600 and VICTOR REINZ 151120501.

This table covers the lifters / tappets that transfer cam motion to the valves. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 540I — AJUSA 85022300.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

6 Valve Stem Seal parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from AJUSA, VICTOR REINZ and MAHLE / CLEVITE. VICTOR REINZ 123686601 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes VICTOR REINZ 123686601, VICTOR REINZ 123725601 and AJUSA 57051500 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the oil-control solenoids that command the cam phasers. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same. Read more

8 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 540I, from VNE, GATES, HOLSTEIN and 4 other brands. GATES VVS229 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes GATES VVS229, HOLSTEIN 2VTS0370 and ÜRO PARTS 11368696446 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Gasket. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 01907000.