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BMW S50B32 VANOS adjuster unit solenoid valve seal kit - Upgrade kit

We offer a complete seal kit / repair kit for the VANOS adjuster unit solenoid valves in S50B32 engines used in BMW 3 series and Z3 models. 


BMW models with S50B30, S50B32 and S62 engines will start leaking oil from the solenoid valves once the original seals wear out to a point that they are not able to withstand the high pressure inside the VANOS adjuster unit anymore. The grooves of the solenoid valves are uniquely shaped in a way that makes them not suited for the use of o-rings. Therefore we developed special u-shaped seals made out of heat and wear resistant Viton® (temperature range from -20°C/-4°F to +204°C/+400°F). The seals are CNC-milled to our specifications within tolerance class DIN ISO 2768-1-f (fine) in Germany to ensure a high level of accuracy.

Here you have the opportunity to purchase these 8 seals (4 small seals, BMW reference number 11 36 7 830 828, 4 large seals, BMW reference number 11 36 7 830 829).


Attention: The solenoid valve seals are a very tight fit. Before installing this type of seal, the entire surface of the seal and the VANOS adjuster unit housing must be covered with a thin layer of engine oil.
Vehicle compatibility list:

BMW 3 series E36 M3 3.2 1995/09-1998/02 3201 ccm, 236 KW, 321 HP
BMW 3 series Cabriolet E36 M3 3.2 1995/10-1999/04 3201 ccm, 236 KW, 321 HP
BMW 3 series Coupe E36 M3 3.2 1995/10-1999/04 3201 ccm, 236 KW, 321 HP
BMW Z3 E36 M 3.2 1997/03-2001/06 3201 ccm, 236 KW, 321 HP
BMW Z3 E36 M 3.2 2001/06-2003/01 3246 ccm, 239 KW, 325 HP
BMW Z3 Coupe E36 M 1998/02-2001/06 3201 ccm, 236 KW, 321 HP
BMW Z3 Coupe E36 M 2001/06-2003/06 3246 ccm, 239 KW, 325 HP