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SolenoidGasoline Direct Injection (GDI)Euro 56

BOSCH 13538656548 Fuel Injector 350 bar BMW 330i 530i M340i 540i X3 X5 B48 B58 TU 0261500642

Reference data for Bosch 13538656548 common rail injector · OEM 13538656549, 8656548, 8656549, 0261500643 · Application BMW B38 / B48 / B58 Modular TwinPower Turbo (1.5L / 2.0L / 3.0L & TU)
OE REFERENCE13538656549, 8656548, 8656549, 0261500643
CONTROL VALVE-
NOZZLE-
RAIL PRESSURE350 bar
EMISSIONEuro 5 / Euro 6
WARRANTY12 Months
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Compatible Injectors

OEM Ref
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Vehicle & Engine Fitment

VehicleEngineYears
BMW M340i G20 / 540i G30 / X3 M40iBMW B38 / B48 / B58 Modular TwinPower Turbo (1.5L / 2.0L / 3.0L & TU)2019-2024
Toyota GR Supra A90 (B58 3.0T)BMW B38 / B48 / B58 Modular TwinPower Turbo (1.5L / 2.0L / 3.0L & TU)2019-2024
BMW 330i G20 / 430i G22BMW B38 / B48 / B58 Modular TwinPower Turbo (1.5L / 2.0L / 3.0L & TU)2019-2024
BMW 340i F30 / M240i F22 (Retrofit)BMW B38 / B48 / B58 Modular TwinPower Turbo (1.5L / 2.0L / 3.0L & TU)2015-2019
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Technical Specifications

SpecificationValue
Part Number / SKU13538656548
Manufacturer BrandBOSCH
Component TypeDirect Fuel Injector
Engine ApplicationBMW 2.0L & 3.0L TwinPower Turbo DOHC (B48TU / B58TU / B58B30O1)
Operating PressureCore Spec
Mounting Torque (Flange / Bracket)13 N-m (115 lb-in)
Fuel Line / Rail Torque23 N-m (17 lb-ft)
Primary Diagnostic Fault CodesP0300, P0301, P0171, P0172

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
0261520521
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) • 350 bar
🚙 Bmw 3 Series (F30) / 2 Series (F22) (B38)
Technical Specifications & Pinout
BOSCHExact Engine & Chassis Match
13537617365
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) • 200 bar
🚙 Bmw 3 Series (F30) / 2 Series (F22) (B38)
Technical Specifications & Pinout
BOSCHExact Engine & Chassis Match
13518604231
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) • 200 bar
🚙 Engine Code B38
Technical Specifications & Pinout
BOSCHExact Engine & Chassis Match
13518641789
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) • 350 bar
🚙 Engine Code B38
Technical Specifications & Pinout
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Installation Tips

  1. Depressurize Fuel System: Pull fuel pump fuse or disconnect LPFP harness. Crank engine 5-8 seconds until it stalls to drop residual rail pressure below 5 bar.
  2. Clean Surrounding Cavity: Blow compressed air around cylinder head bore or pump flange cavity to prevent dirt ingress into the fuel rail.
  3. Lubricate & Fit Seals: Inspect Teflon combustion seals or O-rings. Coat lightly with clean motor oil (do not use grease) to avoid tearing during insertion.
  4. Torque to Factory Specification: Hand-thread bolts evenly. Tighten mounting fasteners to 13 N-m (115 lb-in), and torque fuel line fittings to 23 N-m (17 lb-ft).
  5. Prime & Leak Check: Cycle ignition to RUN position 3 times (5 seconds each) to build low-side pressure. Inspect fittings for leaks before starting engine.
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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

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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DIESEL WORKSHOP DIAGNOSTIC SOP

Cylinder Balance & Injector Deviation Guide

Common rail diesel cylinder balance & smooth running diagnostic guide. Balance rates, mg/stroke deviation, P0263 misfire, compression vs injector test.

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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION PROTOCOL

Diesel Injector Torque Specs & TTY Angles Guide

Common rail diesel injector hold-down bolt torque specs, TTY angles & pipe unions. Covers Bosch, Detroit DD13, Cummins & VAG 2.0 TDI workshop data in Nm.

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