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SolenoidBMW High Precision Injection (HPI) 200-bar Direct Injection SystemEuro 56

BOSCH 13517588879 High Pressure Fuel Pump BMW 320i 328i 528i X1 X3 X5 Z4 2.0L Turbo N20 N26 0261520141

Reference data for Bosch 13517588879 common rail injector · OEM 7588879, 0261520141, 0261520142, 13518604229, 8604229, 13517630644, 7630644 · Application BMW N20 / N26 / N55 / S55 (2.0L & 3.0L TwinPower Turbo)
OE REFERENCE7588879, 0261520141, 0261520142, 13518604229, 8604229, 13517630644, 7630644
CONTROL VALVEIntegrated High-Speed Digital Fuel Quantity Control Valve
NOZZLE-
RAIL PRESSURE200 bar
EMISSIONEuro 5 / Euro 6 / SULEV II / LEV III
WARRANTY12 Months
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Compatible Injectors

OEM Ref
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Vehicle & Engine Fitment

VehicleEngineYears
BMW 328i (F30)BMW N20 / N26 / N55 / S55 (2.0L & 3.0L TwinPower Turbo)2012-2016
BMW 528i (F10)BMW N20 / N26 / N55 / S55 (2.0L & 3.0L TwinPower Turbo)2012-2016
BMW X3 xDrive28i (F25)BMW N20 / N26 / N55 / S55 (2.0L & 3.0L TwinPower Turbo)2013-2017
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Technical Specifications

SpecificationValue
System TypeBMW High Precision Direct Injection (HPI) 200-bar System
Operating PressureCore Spec
Pump MechanismCamshaft Multi-Lobe Driven Single-Piston Plunger Pump
Mounting Flange Bolt Torque13 N·m (115 in-lb) M6 flange bolts
Fuel Line Nut Torque30 N·m (22 lb-ft) high-pressure rail delivery line union nut
Drive InterfaceHeat-Treated Hardened Tappet Roller Bucket
Inlet Low-Pressure FeedQuick-Connect Hose Barb with Pressure Dampener (5.0 bar)
ManufacturerBosch (Tier-1 OEM for BMW AG)
Bosch Production Number0261520141 / 0261520142

Matched High-Pressure Fuel Pump (Fuel Circuit Assembly)

Operates on the same high-pressure rail circuit. When troubleshooting low rail pressure (DTC P0087), verify pump volumetric delivery before replacing injectors.

BOSCHExact Engine & Chassis Match
0261500109
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) • 200 bar
🚙 Engine Code N20
Technical Specifications & Pinout
BOSCHExact Engine & Chassis Match
13647597870
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) • 200 bar
🚙 Engine Code N20
Technical Specifications & Pinout
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Installation Tips

  1. [
  2. {
  3. "step": 1,
  4. "title": "Low-Pressure Supply Disconnection & Residual Depressurization",
  5. "instruction": "Depressurize fuel system using ISTA diagnostic software or by pulling the EKP fuel pump control module fuse. Disconnect negative battery terminal in trunk."
  6. },
  7. {
  8. "step": 2,
  9. "title": "Engine Acoustic Cover & Vacuum Lines Removal",
  10. "instruction": "Remove acoustic beauty cover, intake charge pipe brackets, and vacuum reservoir hoses to access the high-pressure pump mounted on the intake side of the cylinder head."
  11. },
  12. {
  13. "step": 3,
  14. "title": "High-Pressure Steel Rail Line Removal",
  15. "instruction": "Use a 17mm flare nut wrench with counter-hold on pump hex fitting to loosen high-pressure steel delivery line. Disconnect low-pressure supply line."
  16. },
  17. {
  18. "step": 4,
  19. "title": "Pump Removal & Roller Tappet Inspection",
  20. "instruction": "Evenly loosen the two M6 mounting bolts. Extract the pump and inspect the internal roller tappet bucket for surface galling or wear on the camshaft drive lobe."
  21. },
  22. {
  23. "step": 5,
  24. "title": "New Pump Installation & Torque Sequence",
  25. "instruction": "Lubricate new Viton O-ring and roller tappet with engine oil. Rotate engine until cam lobe is at lowest point. Torque mounting bolts to 13 N·m (115 in-lb) and high-pressure line nut to 30 N·m (22 lb-ft)."
  26. }
  27. ]
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Diagnostic Trouble Codes & Fault Protocols

Common diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) triggered when this common rail injector experiences wear, circuit faults, or calibration drift:

P0087Critical

Fuel Rail / System Pressure Too Low

Excessive internal backleak from worn control valve seats drops common rail pressure below target under engine load.

P0201 - P0208High

Injector Circuit Malfunction / Open Circuit

Solenoid coil resistance drift (0.2-0.5 Ω) or piezo stack degradation triggers driver stage shutdown on affected cylinders.

P0300 / P0301+High

Cylinder Misfire & Balancing Deviation

Carbon-clogged nozzle spray holes or missing IMA calibration causes uneven cylinder contribution. Recode ECM and verify washer seating.

P0088High

Fuel Rail / System Pressure Too High

Spill line backpressure or stuck metering valve prevents rail depressurization, creating overpressure risks under load.

Technical Diagnostic & Service Protocols

Authoritative field procedures, diagnostic testing thresholds, and service SOPs for this assembly.

COMMON RAIL WORKSHOP DIAGNOSTICS

Common Rail High-Pressure Pump Diagnostics Guide

Diagnose common rail high-pressure pump failure: suction vacuum, CP4 roller glitter, plunger wear, air ingress & P0087 hard start. Workshop bench testing.

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COMMON RAIL WORKSHOP DIAGNOSTICS

Fuel Metering Valve (IMV/SCV) Diagnostics Guide

Diagnostic guide for common rail fuel metering valves (IMV/SCV/FCA/MPROP). Normally open vs closed, coil resistance, PWM duty cycle & P0088 / P0089 test.

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OBD-II DIAGNOSTIC PROTOCOL

P0087 Low Rail Pressure Diagnosis Guide

Step-by-step workshop diagnostic protocol for OBD-II DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low). 5-stage troubleshooting tree: backleak testing, SCV valve, PRV valve, and high-pressure pump.

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COMMON RAIL WORKSHOP DIAGNOSTICS

Rail Pressure Relief Valve Diagnostics Guide

Common rail pressure relief valve (PRV) testing guide. Diagnose hot start stalls, P0087 rail pressure loss, return line leakage & single vs 2-stage valves.

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