BMW 5 6 Series E60 E61N M5 E63 E64 M6 Inlet Camshaft Cylinders 6-10 E2 7835880

BMW 5 6 Series E60 E61N M5 E63 E64 M6 Inlet Camshaft Cylinders 6-10 is an original component from the Camshafts group, designed for advanced BMW 5 and 6 Series M-power engines. This used OEM component ensures factory cam geometry, proper interaction with the valve train, and stable engine operation across the entire rev range, which translates into precise valve timing control and the maintenance of performance characteristics typical for M5 and M6 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7835880
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 11317835880
• Substitutable numbers: 11317835880, 7835880
• Category: Camshafts

Purpose and compatibility

The presented camshaft is an OEM BMW component designed for use in the sports variants of the E60, E61 LCI, E63, and E64 series in M5 and M6 versions. The camshaft's construction is adapted to the high loads characteristic of high-output engines, allowing for proper cylinder filling dynamics and operational stability at high rotational speeds.

Its original BMW origin ensures the maintenance of the correct cam profile, appropriate surface hardness of working areas, and compatibility with factory tappets, guides, and other valve train components in M5/M6 units.

Technical characteristics of the camshaft

The camshaft in BMW M engines plays a key role in precisely controlling valve opening and closing, influencing cylinder filling with the air-fuel mixture and the efficient clearing of combustion chambers. A properly selected cam profile enables:

• maintaining stable engine operation at idle and under partial load,
• ensuring proper cylinder filling at high RPMs,
• preserving factory torque and power characteristics,
• correct cooperation with the valve timing control systems used in M units.

Thanks to the preservation of factory design parameters, this type of used camshaft allows for the restoration of proper valve train operation in the event of wear or damage to the existing component, without the need to modify other sub-assemblies.

Condition, verification, and service application

The offered item comes from the category of used BMW parts, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of camshaft is particularly useful in situations where symptoms such as rough engine operation, loss of performance, or improper valve train operation resulting from component wear occur.

Using an original camshaft from this group enables:

• restoring correct valve timing synchronization,
• reducing the risk of further damage within the cylinder head,
• maintaining compliance with factory engine control unit settings,
• preserving the throttle response characteristic of M5/M6 models.

Benefits of choosing an original BMW camshaft

By choosing this camshaft, you are investing in a component designed specifically for BMW M engines, adhering to the manufacturer's rigorous quality standards. Original cam geometry and matching with other valve train components minimize the risk of assembly and operational issues, and also facilitate service work during adjustments and diagnostics.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of your BMW's engine area and need other elements from the same group, such as additional camshafts, control elements, or cooperating valve train components, check the available parts in the BMW Camshafts category.

An economical and ecological choice of a used component

By opting for a used camshaft, you combine economic benefits with a responsible approach to vehicle maintenance. Reusing original components helps reduce waste and the demand for new part production, while maintaining high quality and compliance with factory specifications.

If you would like to learn more about the advantages of using used components in the automotive industry and the impact of such decisions on the environment and service budget, it is worth reading the article Eco-driving: discover the benefits of used car parts, which discusses the practical aspects of component recycling and a conscious approach to vehicle repairs.