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F25 SUV

BMW X3 · SUV · 2010–2017

Second-gen X3, mostly F30 mechanicals.

Production run

2010–2017

Engines covered

4

Avg. part price

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19902026

Interactive systems map

Inspect the F25

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Systems map

Where it goes wrong

Each numbered hotspot counts the documented failure points in that area. Select one to see the specifics for this chassis and engine.

Failure points by system

Engine3

Cooling2

Intake1

Exhaust2

Documented issues per engine

4

N20

4

N55

4

N47

4

N57

Known weak points

What breaks on the F25

Timing chain and guide failure (pre-2015)Diagnose →Oil filter housing gasket leakDiagnose →Plastic charge pipe crackingDiagnose →Timing chain at the rear of the block (major job)Diagnose →EGR coolerDiagnose →Timing chain (early)Diagnose →EGR cooler leaks and recallDiagnose →

Guides & playbooks

F25 playbooks

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