BMW's variable valve timing system entered the scene in 1992. VANOS evolved into Double VANOS in 1996 with the S50B32 engine of the E36-gen M3, double VANOS meaning continuously variable adjustment ...
Bolts within the engine's VANOS setup could break and cause the vehicle to stall while in motion By Keith Barry BMW is recalling 2010-2012 1 Series coupes and convertibles; 6 Series coupes and ...
BMW has a bit of a hit-or-miss reputation when it comes to engines. While the company has created some incredibly reliable BMW models, it's also been responsible for some wallet-draining duds. BMW has ...
The problem has to do with aluminum bolts in the variable camshaft timing adjustment unit, a setup that BMW calls VANOS. This part helps determine when the engine’s valves open and close. If the bolts ...