N74TU Engine
N74TU Engine
N74TU Engine
Product�information.
N74TU�Engine
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continuous�development�of�systems�and�components.�Consequently,�there�may�be�discrepancies
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This�document�basically�relates�to�the�European�version�of�left�hand�drive�vehicles.�Some�operating
elements�or�components�are�arranged�differently�in�right-hand�drive�vehicles�than�shown�in�the
graphics�in�this�document.�Further�differences�may�arise�as�the�result�of�the�equipment�specification�in
specific�markets�or�countries.
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• Owner's�Handbook
• Integrated�Service�Technical�Application.
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Achim�Gloede
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Information�status:�June�2016
Technical�Training
N74TU�Engine
Contents
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1. Models..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2. History...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.3. Highlights............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
1.3.1. Technical�data............................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.3.2. Full�load�diagram................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3.3. Overview............................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.3.4. N74TU�engine�components............................................................................................................................... 6
1.3.5. Engine�identification........................................................................................................................................................ 8
2. Engine�Mechanical................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
2.1. Engine�housing..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.1.1. Cylinder�head�cover..................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.1.2. Cylinder�head......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.1.3. Cylinder�head�gasket................................................................................................................................................. 10
2.1.4. Crankcase.....................................................................................................................................................................................11
2.1.5. Crankcase�venting�components...............................................................................................................12
2.1.6. Oil�sump......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
2.2. Crankshaft�drive................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
2.2.1. Crankshaft....................................................................................................................................................................................17
2.2.2. Connecting�rod.................................................................................................................................................................... 18
2.2.3. Piston...................................................................................................................................................................................................20
2.3. Camshaft�drive/chain�drive................................................................................................................................................................. 22
2.3.1. Chain�tensioner................................................................................................................................................................... 23
2.4. Valve�gear.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................24
2.4.1. Camshafts.................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
2.4.2. Valve�opening�times.................................................................................................................................................... 24
2.4.3. Technical�data�of�valve�gear............................................................................................................................25
2.4.4. VANOS.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 25
2.4.5. Roller�cam�follower........................................................................................................................................................ 26
2.4.6. Valves.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
2.5. Belt�drive......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
3. Oil� Supply...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................29
3.1. Overview.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
3.1.1. Hydraulic�circuit�diagram..................................................................................................................................... 29
3.2. Oil�pump�and�pressure�control.................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.2.1. Oil�pump......................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.2.2. Map�control�valve............................................................................................................................................................. 35
3.2.3. Normal�operation.............................................................................................................................................................. 36
3.2.4. Emergency�operation................................................................................................................................................ 38
N74TU�Engine
Contents
3.3. Oil� filter............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
3.4. Oil�cooling..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
3.5. Oil�spray�nozzles.................................................................................................................................................................................................39
3.5.1. Oil�spray�nozzles�for�piston�crown�cooling.............................................................................. 39
3.5.2. Chain�drive.................................................................................................................................................................................. 40
3.5.3. Camshaft........................................................................................................................................................................................41
3.6. Oil�monitoring.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
3.6.1. Oil�level............................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
3.6.2. Oil�pressure�sensor...................................................................................................................................................... 41
3.6.3. Oil�temperature�sensor........................................................................................................................................... 41
4. Cooling�System........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
4.1. System�overview.................................................................................................................................................................................................42
4.2. Cooling�circuit,�engine.............................................................................................................................................................................. 43
4.2.1. Coolant�pumps.................................................................................................................................................................... 45
4.2.2. Data-map�thermostat................................................................................................................................................ 46
4.3. Cooling�circuit�of�charge�air�cooler�and�DME.......................................................................................................46
4.3.1. Auxiliary�coolant�pump�for�charge�air�cooling..................................................................... 47
4.3.2. Charge�air�cooler.............................................................................................................................................................. 47
4.3.3. Engine�control�unit........................................................................................................................................................ 47
5. Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System..................................................................................................................................................................... 48
5.1. Air�intake�duct........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 50
5.2. Intake�manifold...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
5.3. Exhaust�turbocharger..................................................................................................................................................................................50
5.3.1. Charging�pressure�control................................................................................................................................. 52
5.3.2. Blow-off�control.................................................................................................................................................................. 54
5.3.3. Charge�air�cooling...........................................................................................................................................................54
5.4. Exhaust�emission�system..................................................................................................................................................................... 54
5.4.1. Catalytic�converter......................................................................................................................................................... 54
5.4.2. Exhaust�system................................................................................................................................................................... 57
5.4.3. Electrically�controlled�exhaust�flaps................................................................................................... 58
6. Fuel�Supply�System............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 60
6.1. Overview.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
6.2. Fuel�pump�control............................................................................................................................................................................................ 61
6.3. High�pressure�pump..................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
6.4. Injectors.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................62
7. Engine�Electrical�System.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
7.1. Overview.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
N74TU�Engine
Contents
7.1.1. Engine�control,�cylinder�bank�1.................................................................................................................63
7.1.2. Engine�control,�cylinder�bank�2.................................................................................................................66
7.1.3. Engine�control,�vehicle�connection..................................................................................................... 68
7.2. Engine�control�unit.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 69
7.2.1. Overall�function................................................................................................................................................................... 72
7.3. Alternator........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 73
7.4. MSA�2.3�connected/intelligent�automatic�start/stop�function.................................................... 73
7.4.1. Starter�motor........................................................................................................................................................................... 75
N74TU�Engine
1.�Introduction
The�redesigned�12-cylinder�N74TU�engine�with�M�Performance�TwinPower�Turbo�technology�in�the
G12�version�will�be�launched�in�November�2016.
The�N74TU�engine�is�the�successor�to�the�N74�engine,�but�also�shares�many�engineering�features
with�the�N63TU2�engine.�The�N74TU�engine�also�features�high�pressure�fuel�injection�(HDE)
technology�with�inward-opening�HDE5.2�solenoid�valve�injectors.�These�injectors�are�positioned
centrally�in�the�combustion�chamber,�equipped�with�Controlled�Valve�Operation�(CVO)�from�Bosch,
and�biturbo�charging�with�indirect�charge�air�cooling.�In�this�N74TU�engine,�the�exhaust�turbochargers
are�attached�to�the�outside�of�the�engine,�unlike�the�N63TU2�engine,�and�use�the�mono�scroll
principle.
The�N74TU�engine's�displacement�was�increased�by�620 cc�compared�with�the�N74�engine.
1.1.�Models
Models�featuring�N74TU�engines�to�be�launched�in�November�2016:
1.2.�History
BMW�12-cylinder�gasoline�engines:
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1.�Introduction
1.3.�Highlights
N74TU�engine�highlights
Index Explanation
A HDE�high-pressure�injection�with�inward-opening�solenoid�valve
injectors�and�CVO
B Exhaust�turbocharger�(biturbo)�with�charging�pressure�control�from
electric�wastegate�and�blow-off�valves
C Volume-flow-controlled�oil�pump�with�characteristic-map�support
D Charge�air�cooling�equipped�for�indirect�charge�air�cooling
The�N74TU�engine�shares�a�number�of�features�with�the�N63TU2�engine.�These�include�a�volume-
flow-controlled�oil�pump�supplemented�by�map�control,�and�charging�pressure�control�from�electric
wastegate�valve�controllers.
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1.�Introduction
The�use�of�cutting-edge�technology�achieves�a�significant�increase�in�performance�coupled�with
reduced�fuel�consumption�and�improved�emission�behaviour.
1.3.1.�Technical�data
F02/760Li G12/M760i�xDrive
N74B60U0 N74B66U1
Design V12�60° V12�60°
Firing�order 1-7-5-11-3-9- 1-7-5-11-3-9-
6-12-2-8-4-10 6-12-2-8-4-10
Displacement [cc] 5972 6592
Bore/stroke [mm] 89/80 89/88.3
Power�output [kW]�(hp) 400�(544) 448�(610)
at�engine�speed [rpm] 5250-6000 5500
Torque [Nm]�(lb-ft) 750�(550) 800�(590)
at�engine�speed [rpm] 1500-5000 1550-5000
Cutoff�speed [rpm] 6500 6500
Compression�ratio [ε] 10.0 10.0
Distance�between [mm] 98 98
cylinders
Valves�per�cylinder 4 4
Intake�valve�diameter [mm] 33.2 33.2
Exhaust�valve [mm] 29 29
diameter
Diameter�of [mm] 65 65
crankshaft�main
bearing�journals
Diameter�of [mm] 54 54
crankshaft�connecting
rod�bearing�journals
Fuel�rating [RON] 95 95
Fuel [RON] 91-98 91-98
Engine�control 2�x�MSD87-12 2�x�DME�8.C
Acceleration�0‐100 Seconds 4.6 3.7*
kph�/�0–62�mph
Maximum�speed km/h 250 250/305¹
Fuel�consumption/ l/100 km 13 12.8*
total
CO2 g/km 303 294*
Exhaust�emission Ultra�Low�Emission Ultra�Low�Emission
standards�US Vehicle�(ULEV)�II Vehicle�(ULEV)�II
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1.�Introduction
*�Provisional�value/final�values�were�not�available�at�time�of�publication.
¹�In�conjunction�with�M�Driver's�Package�optional�equipment�(OE�7ME)�(available�for
BMW M760i xDrive�only).
1.3.2.�Full�load�diagram
N74TU�engine,�full�load�diagram�compared�with�N74�engine
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1.�Introduction
1.3.3.�Overview
N74TU�engine,�exploded�diagram
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1.�Introduction
Index Explanation
1 Cylinder�head�cover
2 Cylinder�head�cover�gasket
3 Cylinder�head
4 Timing�case�cover,�top
5 Timing�case�cover
6 Cylinder�head�gasket
7 Crankcase
8 Timing�case�cover,�bottom
9 Timing�case�cover
10 Crankshaft�drive
11 Oil�sump�gasket,�top
12 Oil�sump,�top
13 Oil�sump�gasket,�bottom
14 Oil�sump,�bottom
The�N74TU�engine�is�clearly�based�on�the�BMW�modular�system.�Though�some�parts�have�been
redesigned,�it�largely�matches�the�technical�setup�of�the�N74�and�N63TU2�engines�and�uses�a�large
number�of�their�component�parts.
1.3.4.�N74TU�engine�components
The�table�below�provides�an�overview�of�the�new�features�and�modifications�made�to�the�N74TU
engine.
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Component/ New Same Carry- Notes
system develop- concept over
ment part
Pistons/ Piston�and�connecting�rod�designs�have�been
connecting carried�over�from�the�N63TU2�engine.
rods
Valve�gear The�valve�gear�is�based�on�well-established�BMW
technology.�The�VANOS�units�and�camshafts
are�taken�from�the�N74�engine.�VALVETRONIC
technology�is�not�used.
Camshaft The�inverted-tooth�sleeve-type�chain�of�the�N74
drive engine�is�used�here.
Belt�drive The�design�of�the�belt�drive�–�incl.�belt�tensioner
–�matches�that�of�the�N74�engine.
Two�alternators�are�used.
Oil�supply Though�designed�specifically�for�the�N74TU
engine,�the�oil�supply�matches�the�operating
principles�of�the�N63TU2.�This�is�why�a�volume-
flow-controlled�pendulum�cell�control-sleeve
pump�with�map�control�is�also�used�here.
Oil�spray The�opening�and�closing�pressure�levels�have
nozzles been�adapted.
Cooling The�cooling�system�design�matches�that�of�the
N74�engine.�Two�separate�coolant�circuits
are�deployed.�One�for�engine�and�turbocharger
bearing-block�cooling�and�one�for�charge�air
cooling,�which�also�cools�the�engine�control�units.
Intake-air The�design�of�the�intake-air�and�exhaust�emission
and�exhaust systems�match�those�used�in�the�N74�engine.
emission
system
Exhaust Two�conventional�exhaust�turbochargers�are
turbocharger used.�In�contrast�to�the�N74�engine,�however,�the
exhaust�turbochargers�are�equipped�with�electric
wastegate�valve�controllers.�The�electric�blow-
off�valves�have�been�carried�over.�Zero-clearance
multi-piece�wastegate�valves�are�being�used�in�a
BMW�gasoline�engine�for�the�first�time.
Vacuum Both�the�N74TU�and�N63TU2�engines�are�fitted
system with�a�single-stage�vacuum�pump
Fuel For�the�N74TU�engine�the�high-pressure�injection
system is�used.�It�differs�from�high-precision�injection�HPI
(used�in�the�N74)�in�that�it�uses�solenoid�valve
injectors�with�multi-hole�nozzles.
Engine The�N74TU�engine�is�equipped�with�Bosch�Digital
electrical Motor�Electronics�(designation�DME�8.C.0).
system
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Component/ New Same Carry- Notes
system develop- concept over
ment part
Oil�pressure An�oil�pressure�sensor�is�used�in�place�of�an�oil
sensor pressure�switch.
Oil-level The�oil-level�sensor�is�based�on�the�sensor�used
sensor in�the�N63TU2�engine.
Automatic An�automatic�engine�start/stop�function�(MSA)�is
start/stop being�used�in�a�12-cylinder�engine�vehicle�for�the
first�time.�The�MSA�2.3�connected�"intelligent
automatic�start/stop�function"�is�deployed.
1.3.5.�Engine�identification
Engine�designation
In�the�technical�documentation�the�engine�designation�is�used�to�ensure�clear�identification�of
engines.
The�N74TU�engine�market�launch�has�the�following�specifications:�N74B66U1.
The�technical�documentation�also�contains�the�short�form�of�the�engine�designation�N74TU,�which
only�indicates�the�engine�type.
This�is�broken�down�as�follows:
Index Explanation
N BMW�Group�"New�Generation"
7 12-cylinder�engine
4 Engine�with�high-pressure�injection�and
turbocharging
B Gasoline�engine
66 6.6�liter�capacity
U Lower�power�stage
1 First�revision
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1.�Introduction
Engine�identification�and�number
The�engines�have�an�identification�mark�on�the�crankcase�to�ensure�unambiguous�identification
and�classification.�Engine�identification�is�also�necessary�for�approval�by�the�authorities.�The�first�7
characters�are�relevant�here.�The�N74TU�engine�identification�corresponds�with�the�new�standard,
whereby�the�first�6�characters�match�those�of�the�engine�designation.�The�seventh�character�is
a�sequential�letter�that�can�be�used�for�different�distinctions,�such�as�the�power�stage�or�exhaust
emission�standard.�A�fixed�correlation�is�not�possible�–�though�an�"A"�generally�refers�to�the�basic
model.
The�engine�number�is�a�sequential�number�that�permits�unique�identification�of�individual�engines.
Engine�identification�and�number�are�located�on�the�crankcase�behind�the�mounting�bracket�for�the
air�conditioning�compressor.
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2.�Engine�Mechanical
2.1.�Engine�housing
The�engine�housing�comprises�the�cylinder�head�covers,�cylinder�heads,�crankcase,�oil�sump�and
gaskets.
2.1.1.�Cylinder�head�cover
The�cylinder�head�covers�are�made�of�die-cast�aluminium�and�have�been�re-adapted�for�the�N74TU.
They�incorporate�the�oil�separation�of�the�crankcase�ventilation.�The�oil�separator�is�made�of�plastic
and�is�the�same�as�the�one�used�in�the�N74�engine.
2.1.2.�Cylinder�head
The�design�of�the�cylinder�head�in�the�N74TU�engine�is�also�characterized�by�the�central�location�of
the�injector�and�spark�plug�in�the�combustion�chamber.�The�cylinder�head�in�the�N74TU�engine�has
the�same�design�concept�as�that�of�the�N74�engine,�but�has�been�re-adapted�for�the�N74TU.�The
configuration�of�the�high-pressure�fuel�pump�has�not�changed�compared�with�the�N74�engine.
As�already�seen�in�the�N74�engine,�coolant�flows�across�the�cylinder�head�(from�the�engine�exterior�to
the�V-space),�where�the�intake�is�outside�at�the�rear�and�the�outlet�is�inside�at�the�front�end.�This�is�also
called�diagonal�cooling.
As�with�the�N74�engine,�only�one�non-return�valve�for�the�oil�circuit�is�now�integrated�in�the�cylinder
head.�The�two�non-return�valves�responsible�for�VANOS�are�now�integrated�in�the�VANOS�units.
2.1.3.�Cylinder�head�gasket
As�on�the�N74�engine,�a�three-layer�spring�steel�gasket�is�used�for�the�cylinder�head�gasket.�There�is
a�stopper�plate�(2)�in�the�area�of�the�cylinder�bores�in�order�to�achieve�sufficient�contact�pressure�for
sealing.
N74TU�engine,�cylinder�head�gasket
Index Explanation
1 Top�spring�steel�layer�with�anti-stick�coating
2 Stopper�layer
3 Bottom�spring�steel�layer�with�anti-stick�coating
The�same�cylinder�head�gasket�is�used�for�cylinder�bank�1�and�cylinder�bank�2.
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2.1.4.�Crankcase
The�crankcase�of�the�N74TU�engine�has�been�upgraded.�The�design�matches�the�one�used�in�the�N74
engine.
Design:
• Monoblock�made�from�an�aluminium�alloy�(Alusil)
• Closed�deck
• Clearance-honed�cylinder�liners
• Deep-skirt�side�panels�with�main�bearing�caps
• Double�main�bearing�screw�connection�with�additional�side�panel�connection
The�crankcase�on�the�N74TU�engine�has�been�redesigned�and�is�made�from�low-pressure�permanent
mould�casting�AlSi9Cu3�(Fe).�Mountings�have�also�been�inserted�in�the�crankcase�for�connection
to�the�engine�mount�in�particular.�This�was�necessary�because�the�N74TU�engine�is�installed�in�all-
wheel�drive�vehicles.�The�cylinder�barrels�are�made�from�Alusil.�Like�its�predecessor�in�the�N74�engine,
the�closed-deck�crankcase�in�the�N74TU�engine�is�characterized�by�a�double�main�bearing�screw
connection�with�side�wall�connection.
The�crankcase�cast�part�consists�of�the�cylinder�bores�with�Alusil�raceways,�the�bearing�ways�with�the
bore�holes�for�the�crankshaft�and�associated�bearings�and�the�water�jackets�of�the�cylinders.
N74TU�engine,�crankcase
Index Explanation
1 Coolant�pump�mounting
2 Crankcase
3 Double�main�bearing�screw�connection�with�side�wall�connection
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2.�Engine�Mechanical
In�conjunction�with�the�cylinder�head�screw�connections�in�the�bottom�plates�of�the�cylinder�housing,
the�closed-deck�design�ensures�high�rigidity�and�low�deformation�of�the�clearance-honed�cylinder
liners.�To�absorb�the�considerable�lateral�forces�from�the�crankshaft�drive,�the�crankcase�with�deep-
skirt�side�panels�is�fitted�with�a�double�main�bearing�screw�connection�with�additional�sidewall
connection�via�threaded�support�sleeves�and�screws.
Coolant�holes�are�used�to�cool�the�hot�area�of�the�wall�between�the�cylinders.�To�keep�the�loss
generated�by�pumping�in�the�crankcase�as�low�as�possible,�there�are�two�ventilation�holes�in�each
of�the�bearing�seats�1�to�7.�The�oil�content�of�the�blow-by�gases�has�been�reduced�using�separate
channels�for�oil�return�from�the�cylinder�heads�and�crankcase�ventilation.
2.1.5.�Crankcase�venting�components
The�function�of�crankcase�ventilation�corresponds�to�that�of�the�N74�engine.
General
Cleaned�blow-by�gas�is�added�in�naturally�aspirated�mode�after�the�exhaust�turbochargers�and�in
supercharged�mode�after�the�exhaust�turbochargers.
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2.�Engine�Mechanical
N74TU�engine,�crankcase�ventilation
Index Explanation
1 Oil�separator�inlet,�cylinder�bank�2
2 Non-return�valve
3 Intake�system�outlet,�cylinder�bank�2
4 Intake�system�outlet,�cylinder�bank�1
5 Non-return�valve
6 Oil�separator�inlet,�cylinder�bank�1
7 Bore�hole�for�ventilation�in�counter-flow
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Index Explanation
8 Non-return�valve
9 Clean�air�pipe�outlet,�cylinder�bank�1
10 Connection�to�clean�air�pipe,�cylinder�bank�1
11 Oil�separator,�cylinder�bank�1
12 Oil�return�ducts
13 Connection�to�intake�system,�cylinder�bank�1
14 Connection�to�intake�system,�cylinder�bank�2
15 Oil�separator,�cylinder�bank�2
16 Connection�to�clean�air�pipe,�cylinder�bank�2
17 Oil�separator�inlet
18 Non-return�valve
19 Outlet�for�clean�air�pipe,�cylinder�bank�2
Each�cylinder�bank�has�its�own�oil�separator.�In�turbocharged�mode,�the�blow-by�gas�is�directed�on
each�side�to�the�respective�clean�air�pipe�before�the�exhaust�turbocharger.
Register�ventilation
As�with�the�N74�engine,�register�ventilation�is�deployed�here.�In�naturally�aspirated�mode,�the
crankcase�is�ventilated�via�the�oil�separator�in�cylinder�bank�2�only�(left).�In�doing�so,�the�efficiency�of
the�oil�separator�is�increased�in�partial�load�operation.�The�crankcase�is�ventilated�in�the�counter-flow
via�the�separator�in�cylinder�bank�1.�Fresh�air�ventilation�means�that�water�and�fuel�components�are
discharged�more�effectively�from�the�crankcase,�which�increases�the�service�life�of�the�oil�and�reduces
moisture�(emulsion�formation)�in�the�pipes.�This�also�reduces�the�risk�of�freezing.
The�N74TU�engine�does�not�require�heating�for�crankcase�ventilation.�Ventilation�takes�place�through
a�hole�in�the�non-return�valve�of�cylinder�bank�1.
In�standard�engine�operation,�crankcase�ventilation�ensures�a�vacuum�of�max.�70 mbar�in�the
crankcase.�Higher�vacuum�levels�may�occur�during�catalytic�converter�heating.
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2.�Engine�Mechanical
Oil�separation
N74TU�engine,�oil�separation
Index Explanation
1 Duct�to�air�intake�system
2 Cylinder�head�cover
3 Labyrinth
4 Ventilation�duct�from�cylinder�head
5 Oil�return
6 Oil�separator�housing
7 Cyclone
The�oil�separator�design�is�the�same�as�the�one�used�for�the�N74�engine.�Labyrinth�and�cyclone�oil
separators�are�used.�A�labyrinth�and�4�cyclones�are�integrated�in�the�oil�separator�housing�of�each
cylinder�bank.
2.1.6.�Oil�sump
The�oil�sump�is�divided�into�two�parts.�The�upper�and�lower�sections�of�the�oil�sump�are�made�from
die-cast�aluminium�and�have�been�optimized�for�rigidity�and�acoustics.�A�two-part�oil�deflector�ensures
particularly�low�oil�foaming,�even�in�extreme�driving�situations.�A�sump�baffle�ensures�that�a�sufficient
level�of�oil�is�achieved�at�high�longitudinal�and�transverse�dynamics.
The�oil�filter�module�is�integrated�in�the�upper�oil�sump�section�on�the�left-hand�side�of�the�engine.
The�oil�temperature�sensor,�the�thermostat�for�the�engine�oil�cooler�and�the�map-control�valve�for�the
map-controlled�oil�pump�are�screwed�onto�the�oil�filter�module�on�the�upper�section�of�the�oil�sump.
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
The�upper�oil�sump�section�is�screwed�to�the�crankcase�using�a�beaded�metal�gasket.�The�lower�oil
sump�section�is�likewise�screwed�to�the�upper�oil�sump�section.�The�lower�section�of�the�oil�sump
houses�the�oil-level�sensor�and�the�oil�drain�plug.
The�oil�pump�is�screwed�to�the�crankcase�and�is�driven�by�the�crankshaft�via�a�chain.�As�on�the�N63TU
engine,�the�oil�deflector�is�integrated�into�the�upper�oil�sump�section�and�has�been�taken�over�from�this
model.
N74TU�engine,�oil�sump�with�oil�pump
Index Explanation
1 Suction�pipe
2 Oil�drain�plug
3 Map-controlled�pendulum�slide�cell�pump
4 Chain�drive�of�the�crankshaft
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
Index Explanation
5 Oil�temperature�sensor
6 Oil�filter�cover
7 Map�control�valve
8 Oil-level�sensor
2.2.�Crankshaft�drive
2.2.1.�Crankshaft
The�crankshaft�of�the�N74TU�engine�has�an�88.3�mm�stroke,�in�contrast�to�the�N74�engine,�which�has
an�80�mm�stroke�and�is�made�of�C38�material.�It�is�a�case-hardened�forged�crankshaft�with�9�balance
weights.�1st�and�2nd�order�inertia�forces�are�balanced�100%�–�as�with�the�predecessor�twelve-cylinder
engines.
The�diameter�of�the�crankshaft�main�bearing�is�65�mm�–�as�with�the�N74�engine.�It�also�enables�a�main
bearing�double�screw�connection�without�enlarging�the�crankcase.�As�is�already�the�case�with�the
N74�engine,�the�oil�pump�is�driven�by�the�crankshaft�at�the�flywheel�end.�The�chain�sprocket�is�directly
incorporated�in�the�crankshaft.
Crankshaft�bearings
The�crankshaft�of�the�N74TU�engine�has�seven�bearings.�The�crankshaft�bearing�of�the�N74TU�engine
has�been�converted�(in�comparison�with�the�N74�engine).�Crankshaft�bearings�based�on�a�bronze�two-
component�bearing�and�red�IROX�bonded�coating�are�installed.
N74TU�engine,�crankshaft�bearings
Index Explanation
1 Crankshaft�connecting�rod�bearing
2 Crankshaft�axial�bearing
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
2.2.2.�Connecting�rod
Connecting�rod
The�connecting�rod�on�the�N74TU�engine�has�been�taken�from�the�N63TU2�engine.�This�is�a�cracking
forged�connecting�rod�with�a�straight�split�(the�N74�engine�has�a�diagonal�split).�The�small�connecting
rod�eye�is�drilled�into�the�forged,�trapezoidal�connecting�rod�head,�undergoes�precise�surface
treatment,�is�hardened�and�therefore�has�no�bearing.�The�force�acting�from�the�piston�via�the�wrist�pin
is�optimally�distributed�to�the�bearing�surface�by�this�shaped�bore�and�the�edge�load.
N74TU�engine,�cracked�connecting�rod�with�even�pitch
Bearings
The�connecting�rod�bearing�shells�are�unleaded�and�have�been�converted�from�electroplated�bearings
used�in�the�N74�engine�to�steel/aluminium�connecting�rod�bearing�shells�with�bonded�coating�in�the
N74TU�engine.�A�G-411�bearing�is�installed�on�the�side�of�the�connecting�rod.�This�comprises�an
aluminium�two-component�bearing�and�red�IROX�bonded�coating.�A�G-488�bearing�is�used�for�the
connecting�rod�bearing�cap,�as�used�already�in�the�N63TU2�engine.
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
IROX�coating
To�comply�with�increasingly�stringent�exhaust�emission�regulations,�almost�all�internal�combustion
engines�are�now�equipped�with�an�automatic�engine�start/stop�system.�This�has�led�to�a�huge�increase
in�starting�cycles.
To�ensure�the�engine�runs�smoothly,�it�is�important�that�sufficient�lubricating�oil�is�supplied�to�the
bearing�positions�of�the�crankshaft.�If�the�oil�supply�can�be�ensured,�solid�body�contact�will�not
occur�between�the�connecting�rod�bearing�journal�and�connecting�rod�bearing�shell�due�to�the�thin
lubricating�film.
If�the�engine�is�now�stopped,�it�will�not�be�possible�for�the�mechanically�driven�oil�pump�to�maintain�the
oil�supply.�The�oil�film�between�the�bearing�positions�flows�off.�Solid�body�contact�occurs�between�the
connecting�rod�bearing�journal�and�connecting�rod�bearing�shell.�Once�the�engine�is�restarted,�it�takes
a�certain�amount�of�time�for�the�lubricating�film�to�fully�re-establish�itself.�The�connecting�rod�bearing
shell�may�be�subject�to�wear�in�this�short�period.�The�IROX�coating�reduces�this�wear�to�a�minimum.
The�IROX-coated�bearing�shells�are�only�located�on�the�connecting�rod�side�as�here�the�load�acts
mainly�on�the�bearing�shells.�The�bearing�shell�caps�are�equipped�with�a�bearing�shell�without�IROX
coating.
The�IROX�bearings�are�red�due�to�their�special�coating.
N74TU�engine,�detailed�magnification�of�the�IROX�coating
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
Index Explanation
1 IROX-coated�bearing�shell
2 Oil�film
3 IROX�coating
4 Bearing�shell
5 Binding�resin
6 Hard�particle
7 Solid�lubricant
The�IROX�coating�is�applied�to�a�conventional�bearing�shell.�It�consists�of�a�binding�resin�matrix�made
of�polyamide-imide�with�embedded�hard�particles�and�solid�lubricants.�The�polyamide-imide�ensures,
in�combination�with�the�hard�particles,�that�the�bearing�shell�surface�is�so�hard�that�material�abrasion
is�no�longer�possible.�The�solid�lubricants�reduce�surface�friction�and�replace�the�oil�film�which�briefly
no�longer�exists�between�the�bearing�shell�and�the�connecting�rod�bearing�journal�during�the�starting
phase.
2.2.3.�Piston
The�N74TU�engine�pistons�have�been�carried�over�from�the�N63TU2.
N74TU�engine,�piston�comparison
Index Explanation
A N74�Piston
B N74TU�Piston
1 4�oil�drains
2 8�oil�drains
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
In�order�to�improve�the�drainage�of�oil�in�the�N74TU�engine,�the�piston�was�fitted�with�an�additional�oil
groove�underneath�the�oil�scraper�ring�groove,�as�on�the�N63TU2�engine.�The�additional�oil�groove
works�with�8�oil�outlets�in�the�piston�skirt�to�help�remove�oil�pushed�down�by�the�oil�scraper�ring
during�the�piston's�downward�motion.�This�prevents�the�oil�from�being�carried�past�the�piston�rings,
in�particular�when�the�engine�is�in�coasting�overrun�mode�(during�which�a�vacuum�is�generated�in�the
combustion�chamber).
N74TU�engine,�cast�pistons�with�piston�rings
Index Explanation
1 Plain�rectangular�compression�ring
2 Taper�faced�piston�ring�(NM-ring)
3 Oil�scraper�ring�with�spiral�expander�(DSF�ring)
4 Additional�oil�groove
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
2.3.�Camshaft�drive/chain�drive
The�entire�chain�drive�for�driving�the�camshafts�on�the�N74TU�engine�has�been�taken�over�from�the
N74�engine.�An�inverted-tooth�sleeve-type�chain�for�each�cylinder�bank�is�used�to�drive�the�camshafts,
as�is�the�case�with�the�N74�engine.�The�inverted-tooth�sleeve-type�chain�combines�the�benefits�of�the
inverted-tooth�and�sleeve-type�chains:�high�wear�resistance�and�low�noise�emissions.�This�is�supplied
with�oil�via�the�oil�spray�nozzle�in�the�chain�tensioner.�Tensioning�rail,�guide�and�slide�rails�are�now
different�parts�for�both�banks.�The�tensioning�rail�with�an�integrated�thrust�piece�is�made�completely
from�plastic.
The�N74TU�engine,�as�seen�already�in�the�N74�engine�and�in�contrast�to�the�N63TU2,�is�secured�to
the�firing�TDC�of�the�first�cylinders.�The�same�special�tool�is�required�for�securing,�however.�It�is�placed
on�the�torsional�vibration�damper�and�is�the�reference�point�for�the�crankcase�alignment�pin.
N74TU�engine,�chain�drive
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
Index Explanation
1 VANOS�unit,�exhaust�side
2 VANOS�unit,�intake�side
3 VANOS�unit,�intake�side
4 Slide�rail�with�oil�supply
5 Sleeve-type�chain�for�camshaft�drive
6 VANOS�unit,�exhaust�side
7 Crankshaft
8 Sleeve-type�chain�for�oil�pump�drive
9 Characteristic�map-controlled�oil�pump
10 Slide�rail
11 Crankshaft�gear
12 Tensioning�rail
13 Chain�tensioner
2.3.1.�Chain�tensioner
The�hydraulic�chain�tensioners�are�the�same�as�those�used�in�the�N74�engine.�The�N74TU�engine
features�one�chain�tensioner�for�each�cylinder�bank.�This�is�a�hydraulic�chain�tensioner�used�on�a
tensioning�rail.�It�is�positioned�in�a�space-saving�configuration�inside�the�chain�track.
Prior�to�removal,�the�chain�tensioner�must�be�fully�retracted�and�secured�using�the�relevant�special
tool.�Refer�to�the�procedure�in�the�repair�instructions.
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
2.4.�Valve�gear
2.4.1.�Camshafts
The�N74TU�engine�possesses�the�known�camshafts�in�a�lightweight�construction.�All�cams�are�forced
onto�knurled�points.�As�with�the�N63TU2�engine,�the�camshafts�are�thermally�joined�and�have�forged
cams,�a�steel�flange�for�the�VANOS�units�(including�AF�and�mounting�flats�for�the�special�tool)�and�a
toothed�wheel�as�a�reference�for�the�camshaft�sensor.�The�intake�camshafts�also�each�have�one�triple
cam�to�drive�the�high�pressure�pumps.
2.4.2.�Valve�opening�times
In�the�context�of�gas�exchange,�the�valve�opening�times�have�been�optimized�for�this�mixture
preparation.
N74TU�engine,�valve�cams
Index Explanation
1 Valve�lift�[mm]
2 Crankshaft�degrees�[°KW]
3 Exhaust�valve�open
4 Intake�valve�open
5 Opening�period�of�exhaust�valve
6 Exhaust�valve�closes
7 Intake�valve�closes
8 Opening�period�of�intake�valve
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2.�Engine�Mechanical
2.4.3.�Technical�data�of�valve�gear
N74B66U1
Intake�valve�dia.�/�Shaft�diameter [mm] 33.2/6
Exhaust�valve�dia.�/�stem�dia. [mm] 29/6
Valve�lift�intake�/�exhaust�valve [mm] 8.8/8.6
VANOS�adjustment�range,�intake [crankshaft 50
degrees]
VANOS�adjustment�range,�exhaust [crankshaft 50
degrees]
Spread,�intake�camshaft [crankshaft 55-125
degrees]
Spread,�exhaust�camshaft [crankshaft 60-115
degrees]
Opening�period,�intake�camshaft [crankshaft 231
degrees]
Opening�period,�exhaust�camshaft [crankshaft 261
degrees]
2.4.4.�VANOS
The�N74TU�is�equipped�with�a�continuously�variable�double�VANOS�unit.�The�VANOS�units�feature
the�same�parts�found�in�the�N74�engine.�The�VANOS�units�have�the�following�timing�angles.
VANOS�timing�angles:
• VANOS�unit�intake:�50°�crank�angle
• VANOS�unit�exhaust:�50°�crank�angle
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2.�Engine�Mechanical
2.4.5.�Roller�cam�follower
Roller�cam�followers�are�also�used�as�a�transmission�element�for�the�movement�of�the�cam�on�the
valves�with�the�N74TU�engine.�A�targeted�oil�spray�bore�in�the�contact�surface�of�the�roller�cam
follower�on�the�hydraulic�valve�clearance�compensating�element�ensures�efficient�lubrication.�The
oil�from�the�hydraulic�valve�clearance�compensating�element�sprays�exactly�onto�the�contact�surface
between�the�cam�and�roller�cam�follower.�In�this�way,�the�roller�and�cam�are�supplied�with�oil�for�cooling
and�lubrication.
N74TU�engine,�roller�cam�follower
Index Explanation
1 Roller
2 Oil�spray�hole
2.4.6.�Valves
The�intake�and�exhaust�valves�both�have�a�shaft�diameter�of�6�mm.�The�valve�stems�in�the�N74TU
engine�are�not�chrome-plated.�The�exhaust�valves�are�hollow�and�filled�with�sodium.�This�results�in
improved�and�quicker�heat�dissipation.
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
2.5.�Belt�drive
The�belt�drive�concept�was�carried�over�from�the�N74�engine.�The�elimination�of�the�power�steering
pump�means�that�it�was�possible�to�install�the�air�conditioning�compressor�on�the�right-hand�side�of
the�engine.�The�belt�drive�encloses�the�alternators,�coolant�pump�and�air�conditioning�compressor.
N74TU�engine,�belt�drive
Index Explanation
1 Alternator
2 Coolant�pump
3 Tensioning�pulley
4 Ribbed V-belt
5 Idler�pulley
6 Alternator
7 Air�conditioning�compressor
8 Belt�pulley�at�torsional�vibration�damper
9 Alternator�drive�belt
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N74TU�Engine
2.�Engine�Mechanical
The�main�belt�drive�has�a�mechanical�tensioning�pulley,�which�provides�the�necessary�tension�on�the
drive�belt.�The�use�of�a�non-toothed�belt�pulley�for�the�coolant�pump�drive�enables�part�of�the�belt�wear
to�be�relocated�to�the�tips�of�the�belt�ribs.�This�has�a�positive�effect�on�the�service�life�of�the�belt.�A
patented�drainage�system�on�the�crankshaft�belt�pulleys�drains�off�water�from�between�the�belt�and
pulley�when�there�is�high�water�accumulation�and�water�flow.
The�auxiliary�drive�for�the�second�alternator�also�uses�a�drive�belt.�The�drive�belt�does�not�use�a
mechanical�tensioner�but�is�held�in�place�by�the�torsional�vibration�damper,�similar�to�the�N63TU2.
The�belt�pulley�on�the�torsional�vibration�damper�can�be�shifted�in�the�direction�of�the�second
alternator�and�makes�it�possible�to�remove�the�ELAST�drive�belt�without�the�need�for�special�tools.
This�is�made�possible�by�an�eccentric�slot�in�the�belt�pulley,�which�allows�the�pulley�to�be�shifted�after
the�four�mounting�bolts�have�been�removed.
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N74TU�Engine
3.�Oil�Supply
3.1.�Overview
The�following�graphics�provide�an�overview�of�the�oil�supply�and�show�the�hydraulic�circuit�diagram
and�the�actual�layout�of�the�oil�ducts�in�the�engine.
3.1.1.�Hydraulic�circuit�diagram
N74TU�engine,�hydraulic�circuit�diagram
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N74TU�Engine
3.�Oil�Supply
Index Explanation
A Oil�sump
B Crankcase
C Cylinder�head�2�x
D Chain�tensioner
E VANOS�valve,�intake
F VANOS�valve,�exhaust
1 Oil�sump
2 Strainer
3 Map-controlled�pendulum�slide�cell�pump
4a Map-controlled�control�chamber�(normal�operation)
4b Second-level�control�chamber�(emergency�operation)
5 Map�control�valve
6 Pressure-limiting�valve
7 Oil�filter
8 Filter�bypass�valve
9 Oil�pressure�sensor
10 Oil�temperature�sensor
11 Oil�spray�nozzles�for�piston�crown�cooling
12 Lubrication�point�on�crankshaft�main�bearing
13 Lubrication�points�on�exhaust�turbocharger
14 Non-return�valve,�cylinder�head
15 Lubrication�points�on�camshaft�bearing
16 Oil�spray�nozzle�for�timing�chain
17 Chain�tensioner
18 Hydraulic�valve�clearance�compensating�elements�(48�x)
19 Strainer
20 Non-return�valve
21 VANOS�solenoid�valve
22 Swivel�motor
23 Slide�rail�lubrication
24 Strainer
25 Non-return�valve
26 VANOS�solenoid�valve
27 Swivel�motor
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N74TU�Engine
3.�Oil�Supply
3.2.�Oil�pump�and�pressure�control
The�N74�engine�has�a�volume-flow-controlled�pendulum�slide�cell�pump.�In�the�N74TU,�this�is
supplemented�by�the�familiar�characteristic�map�control�from�other�BMW�engines.
The�volume-flow-controlled�pendulum�slide�pump�(supplemented�by�the�characteristic�map�control)
is�driven�at�the�rear�by�the�crankshaft�via�a�sleeve-type�chain.
The�actual�oil�pressure�is�recorded�via�an�oil�pressure�sensor�and�forwarded�to�the�Digital�Motor
Electronics�(DME).�A�target/actual�comparison�takes�place�in�the�DME�on�the�basis�of�stored
characteristic�maps.�The�map-controlled�valve�is�activated�by�means�of�a�pulse-width�modulated
signal�until�the�nominal�pressure�stored�in�the�characteristic�map�has�been�reached.�During�this
process,�the�delivery�rate�of�the�oil�pump�varies�according�to�the�oil�pressure�in�the�oil�duct�to�the�map-
controlled�chamber.�However,�the�main�function�of�the�volume-flow-controlled�pendulum�slide�cell
pump�is�identical�to�the�existing�pendulum�slide�cell�pump.
N74TU�engine,�map�control�for�components
Index Explanation
1 Intake�neck
2 Map-control�line
3 Oil�pump
4 Oil�temperature�sensor
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N74TU�Engine
3.�Oil�Supply
Index Explanation
5 Oil�filter
6 Engine�oil�cooling�thermostat
7 Map�control�valve
8 Connections�to�engine�oil�cooler
9 Oil�pressure�sensor
Information�on�the�operating�principle�of�a�volume-flow-controlled�oil�pump�can�be�found�in�ST501
Engine�Technology�"N63�Engine"�reference�material�available�on�TIS.
3.2.1.�Oil�pump
The�oil�pump�plays�a�central�role�in�modern�combustion�engines.�Due�to�the�high�power�and�enormous
torque�present�even�at�low�engine�speeds,�it�is�necessary�to�ensure�a�reliable�oil�supply.�This�is
necessary�on�account�of�the�high�component�temperatures�and�heavily�loaded�bearings.�To�minimize
fuel�consumption,�the�delivery�rate�of�the�oil�pump�must�be�adapted�to�the�demand.
Compared�against�the�simple�volume�flow�control�provided�by�the�pendulum�slide�cell�pump�in
the�N74�engine,�on�the�N74TU�engine�this�volume�flow�control�has�been�supplemented�with�a
characteristic�map.
In�order�to�meet�acoustic�requirements,�the�oil�pump�is�designed�as�an�asymmetrical�6-chamber
pendulum�slide�cell�pump.�This�has�been�made�possible�as�the�chamber�sizes�are�different.�The
chamber�sizes�vary�from�chamber�to�chamber�and�have�different�angles.�As�such,�3�chambers
each�with�53°�and�3�chambers�with�67°�are�used.�The�difference�in�chamber�size�causes�irregular
pulsations�from�the�oil�pressure�(which�are�otherwise�regular).�This�measure�has�improved�the�acoustic
characteristics�of�the�oil�pump.
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N74TU�Engine
3.�Oil�Supply
N74TU�engine,�oil�pump�design
33
N74TU�Engine
3.�Oil�Supply
Index Explanation
A Oil�pump
B Oil�pump�cover
C Second-level�control�area�(emergency�operation)
D Map-controlled�control�area�(normal�operation)
1 Oil�pump�drive
2 Oil�pressure�channel,�pump�output
3 Oil�duct�to�second-level�control�chamber
4 Intake�pipe�with�filter
5 Oil�duct�to�map-controlled�chamber
6 Adjusting�ring�spring
7 Adjusting�ring
8 Map-controlled�sensing�area
9 Rotor�with�pendulum
10 Suction�side
11 Major�thrust�face
12 Second�level�control�surface
13 Bearing�tube�(center�of�rotation)
A�rotor�with�pendulum�rotates�as�shown�in�the�graphic�on�the�pump�shaft.�A�crescent-shaped�cavity
arises�through�the�eccentric�position.�During�this�process,�the�oil�is�drawn�into�the�expanding�chamber
(intake�side)�and�is�delivered�via�the�contracting�chamber�(pressure�side).
When�the�engine�is�in�operation,�oil�pressure�is�applied�to�the�map-controlled�surface�and�the�second-
level�control�surface�of�the�oil�pump.�Depending�on�the�oil�pressure,�the�adjusting�ring�is�pushed�via
the�center�of�rotation�at�the�bearing�tube�to�varying�degrees�of�force�against�the�adjusting�ring�springs.
The�change�in�eccentric�position�of�the�adjusting�ring�changes�the�size�of�the�chamber,�and�therefore
also�the�intake�and�pressure�power�of�the�oil�pump.
To�prevent�overloading�of�the�oil�pump,�a�filter�is�installed�upstream�of�the�pump�inlet.�The�maximum
oil�pressure�of�the�oil�circuit�at�the�pump�outlet�is�restricted�by�a�pressure�limiting�valve.�The�opening
pressure�of�the�pressure�limiting�valve�is�23�+/-�1�bar.
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3.�Oil�Supply
3.2.2.�Map�control�valve
The�map-control�valve�in�the�N74TU�engine�is�installed�externally�on�the�upper�oil�sump�section�and
connected�to�the�oil�pump�via�the�map-control�line�in�the�oil�sump.�This�design�negates�the�need�for
interference-prone�cable�ducts�into�the�oil�sump.
The�map-controlled�valve�is�a�proportional�valve�which�can�control�the�oil�pressure�steplessly.
N74TU�engine,�characteristic�map�control�valve
Index Explanation
A Voltage�value,�maximum�actuation�for�control�chamber,�maximum�pressure
B Voltage�value,�minimum�actuation�for�control�chamber,�depressurized
C Voltage�value�at�50%�actuation
1 Oil�duct�to�oil�pump
2 Oil�duct�from�the�oil�filter
3 Sealing�ring
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3.�Oil�Supply
Index Explanation
4 Solenoid�coil
5 Electrical�connection
6 Valve�spool
7 Filter
The�oil�pressure�sensor�is�connected�to�the�main�oil�duct�and�delivers�the�actual�oil�pressure�at
the�Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME).�The�DME�calculates�the�required�target�oil�pressure�based�on
the�engine's�operating�point�and�the�temperature.�A�pulse-width�modulated�signal�is�sent�to�the
map-controlled�valve�based�on�the�determined�setpoint�deviation.�Depending�on�the�pulse-width
modulated�signal,�the�width�of�the�valve�spool�opening�in�the�map-controlled�valve�varies.�Depending
on�the�available�opening�cross-section,�more�or�less�engine�oil�can�flow�from�the�oil�duct�of�the�oil�filter
into�the�oil�duct�and�to�the�oil�pump.�This�oil�flow�changes�the�position�of�the�adjusting�ring�in�the�oil
pump,�and�therefore�the�delivery�rate�of�the�pump.
3.2.3.�Normal�operation
The�oil�pump�has�two�separate�control�loops�to�ensure�both�normal�operation�(standard�map�control)
and�emergency�operation�(second-level�control).
N74TU�engine,�oil�circuit�in�normal�operation
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3.�Oil�Supply
Index Explanation
A Hydraulic�circuit�diagram�for�normal�operation
B Oil�pump�in�characteristic�map�control�operation�(normal�operation)
C Volume-flow-controlled�oil�pressure,�oil�pump
D Characteristic�map-controlled�oil�pressure
1 Oil�sump
2 Strainer
3 Characteristic�map-controlled�pendulum�slide�cell�pump
4a Map-controlled�chamber�(normal�operation)
4b Second-level�control�chamber�(emergency�operation)
5 Map�control�valve
6 Pressure-limiting�valve
7 Oil�filter
8 Filter�bypass�valve
9 Oil�pressure�sensor
This�control�loop�operates�with�an�external�map-controlled�valve.�The�characteristic�map�control
valve�controls�the�oil�pressure�in�the�characteristic�map�control�chamber�using�software�in�the�DME.
If�the�oil�pressure�in�the�characteristic�map�control�chamber�increases,�the�surface�difference�in�the
control�chambers�presses�the�adjusting�ring�further�against�the�adjusting�ring�spring,�and�the�pump
eccentricity�is�reduced.�This�results�in�a�lower�volumetric�flow.
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3.�Oil�Supply
3.2.4.�Emergency�operation
N74TU�engine,�oil�circuit�in�emergency�operation
Index Explanation
A Hydraulic�circuit�diagram�for�emergency�operation
B Oil�pump�in�emergency�operation�(second�level�operation)
C Volume-flow-controlled�oil�pressure,�oil�pump
D Characteristic�map-controlled�oil�pressure
1 Oil�sump
2 Strainer
3 Characteristic�map-controlled�pendulum�slide�cell�pump
4a Map-controlled�chamber�(normal�operation)
4b Second-level�control�chamber�(emergency�operation)
5 Map�control�valve
6 Pressure-limiting�valve
7 Oil�filter
8 Filter�bypass�valve
9 Oil�pressure�sensor
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3.�Oil�Supply
During�emergency�operation,�the�system�operates�without�the�map�control�by�the�Digital�Motor
Electronics�(DME).�In�this�operating�condition�the�characteristic�map�control�valve�is�de-energized
and�releases�the�oil�duct�from�the�characteristic�map�control�chamber�to�the�oil�sump.�The�purpose
of�emergency�operation�is�to�keep�the�oil�pump�at�a�constant,�volume-flow-controlled�oil�pressure
level.�For�this�purpose,�the�oil�pressure�is�guided�directly�from�the�main�oil�duct�into�the�second-level
control�chamber.�This�then�corresponds�to�the�principle�of�a�volume-flow-controlled�oil�pump�without
characteristic�map�control,�as�on�the�N74�predecessor�engine.
3.3.�Oil�filter
The�N74TU�engine�has�a�standard�full-flow�oil�filter.�Made�from�synthetic�fleece,�the�oil�filter,�like
the�predecessor�model,�is�screwed�in�from�below�into�the�oil�sump.�This�configuration�means�that�a
discharge�valve�and�non-return�valve�are�not�required.�The�filter�bypass�valve�is�located�in�the�oil�filter
cover.
3.4.�Oil�cooling
The�thermostat�for�engine�oil�cooling�is�also�integrated�in�the�oil�sump.�It�only�allows�oil�to�flow�through
the�oil�cooler�when�a�specific�oil�temperature�has�been�reached.�This�ensures�that�the�engine�oil�is
warmed�quickly.�An�engine�oil�heat�exchanger�is�used�to�cool�the�oil.�This�is�positioned�behind�the
lining�of�the�front�bumper�to�the�front�right�of�the�wheel�arch.
3.5.�Oil�spray�nozzles
Oil�spray�nozzles�are�always�used�when�it�is�not�possible�to�feed�an�oil�duct�directly�to�the�lubricating�or
cooling�points.�In�the�N74TU�engine�these�are�the�standard�positions,�namely�the�oil�spray�nozzles�for
piston-head�cooling�and�timing�chain�lubrication.
3.5.1.�Oil�spray�nozzles�for�piston�crown�cooling
The�oil�spray�nozzles�used�for�piston-head�cooling�in�the�N74TU�engine�are�the�same�as�those�used
in�the�N63TU2�engine.�A�non-return�valve�is�integrated�here�to�enable�it�to�open�and�close�from�a
specific�oil�pressure.�The�opening�pressure�and�closing�pressure�have�been�adjusted�compared�with
the�N74�engine.�Each�cylinder�has�its�own�oil�spray�nozzle,�which�obtains�the�correct�installation
position�through�its�styling.�In�addition�to�the�piston�crown�cooling,�these�are�also�responsible�for�the
lubrication�of�the�wrist�pins.
Function
N74�engine N74TU�Motor
Opening�pressure 1.55-1.85�bar 3.3-3.7�bar
Closing�pressure 1.5 bar 3.0 bar
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3.�Oil�Supply
On�the�N63TU2�engine,�the�characteristic�map�control�of�the�volume-flow-controlled�oil�pump�is�a
key�factor�in�ensuring�compliance�with�the�ULEV�II�particle�limit�values.�Thanks�to�the�volume-flow-
controlled�oil�pump,�supplemented�by�the�characteristic�map�control,�the�oil�pressure�can�be�reduced
to�under�3.3�bar�in�the�warm-up�phase.�As�a�result�of�this�reduction,�there�is�insufficient�oil�pressure�at
the�oil�spray�nozzles�to�open�the�nozzles.�This�measure�also�suppresses�the�intended�function�of�the
oil�spray�nozzles,�namely�to�cool�the�piston�crowns�in�the�warm-up�phase.�The�effect�of�this�is�that�the
piston�crowns�heat�up�faster�and�thus�less�fuel�is�condensed�at�the�cold�piston�crowns�in�the�warm-
up�phase,�resulting�in�higher�particle�values�as�a�result�of�unburned�fuel.�When�a�certain�operating
temperature�is�reached,�the�oil�pressure�is�increased�by�the�characteristic�map�control�of�the�volume-
flow-controlled�oil�pump,�which�raises�the�oil�pressure�to�above�the�opening�pressure�for�the�oil�spray
nozzles�and�thus�activates�the�piston�crown�cooling.
3.5.2.�Chain�drive
The�chain�drive�in�the�N74TU�engine�is�divided�into�an�upper�section,�the�camshaft�drive,�and�a�lower
section,�the�oil�pump�drive.
Camshaft�drive
The�oil�spray�nozzles�for�the�lubrication�of�the�timing�chains�are�integrated�in�the�respective�chain
tensioner�of�the�banks.�They�spray�the�oil�directly�onto�the�timing�chain.�A�throttle�in�the�oil�spray
nozzle�limits�the�emerging�oil.�The�timing�chain�of�the�camshaft�drive�is�designed�as�a�toothed�sleeve-
type�chain.
N74TU�engine,�chain�tensioner�with�oil�spray�nozzle�for�timing�chain
Index Explanation
1 Toothed�sleeve-type�chain�with�142�elements
2 Oil�spray�nozzle
3 Chain�tensioner
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3.�Oil�Supply
Oil�pump�drive
The�oil�pump�is�driven�via�a�sleeve-type�chain�by�the�crankshaft.�The�sleeve-type�chain�is�kept
tensioned�by�a�tensioning�rail.�The�secondary�drive�is�lubricated�via�the�oil�sump.
3.5.3.�Camshaft
The�oil�supply�of�the�chain�tensioner,�the�hydraulic�valve�clearance�compensating�elements�and�the
bearing�positions�in�the�cylinder�head�is�effected�via�a�rising�pipe�from�the�engine�housing�in�the
cylinder�head.�A�non-return�valve�in�the�cylinder�head�in�the�rising�pipe�prevents�the�oil�duct�idling.
3.6.�Oil�monitoring
3.6.1.�Oil�level
The�latest-generation�oil-level�sensor�is�used�in�the�N74TU�engine�to�monitor�the�oil�level.�The�oil-
level�sensor�is�a�PULS�3�oil-level�sensor.�The�PULS�3�oil-level�sensor�is�characterized�by�new�control
electronics�with�faster�and�more�robust�starting�characteristics.�The�abbreviation�"PULS"�stands�for
"Packaged�Ultrasonic�Level�Sensor"�and,�as�the�name�implies,�ultrasonic�measuring�technology�is
used�as�the�basis.�The�oil-level�sensor�is�screwed�into�the�oil�sump�from�below�and,�in�addition�to�the
oil�level,�also�measures�the�oil�temperature�using�an�ultrasonic�method.�The�measuring�range�of�the
oil-level�sensor�is�18�mm�to�95.8�mm.�If�engine�oil�is�temporarily�over-filled,�an�air�bubble�in�the�cap
area�stops�any�engine�oil�from�entering�the�oil-level�sensor.
In�addition�to�the�oil-level�sensor,�an�oil�dipstick�is�installed�in�the�N74TU�engine�and�can�be�identified
by�a�protective�cap�in�the�engine�compartment.
3.6.2.�Oil�pressure�sensor
When�it�comes�to�monitoring�oil�pressure,�in�contrast�to�the�oil�pressure�switch�used�in�the�N74
engine,�an�oil�pressure�sensor�is�used.�This�is�installed�above�the�oil�filter�module.
3.6.3.�Oil�temperature�sensor
In�addition�to�the�oil�temperature�sensor�in�the�oil-level�sensor,�an�oil�temperature�sensor�in�installed
in�the�pressure�oil�duct.�This�engine�oil�temperature�sensor�is�a�new�part�for�the�N74TU�engine.�In
contrast,�on�the�N74�engine�the�engine�oil�temperature�was�modelled�using�various�parameters.�The
engine�oil�temperature�sensor�is�used�to�monitor�the�oil�temperature�once�it�leaves�the�engine�oil
air�heat�exchanger.�Based�on�the�temperature�reading,�dynamic�heat�transfer�is�adjusted�using�the
thermostat�to�warm�up�or�cool�the�engine�oil.
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4.�Cooling�System
The�N74TU�engine�also�has�separate�coolant�circuits�for�engine�and�charge�air�cooling.�The�cooling�of
both�control�units�of�the�Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME)�has�been�integrated�into�the�coolant�circuit�of
the�charge�air�cooling.�The�coolant�circuit�for�the�engine�and�exhaust�turbochargers�is�also�called�the
high-temperature�coolant�circuit.�The�coolant�circuit�for�the�charge�air�cooling�and�DME�control�units
is�known�as�the�low-temperature�coolant�circuit.
4.1.�System�overview
N74TU�engine,�cooling�circuit
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N74TU�Engine
4.�Cooling�System
Index Explanation
1 Radiator
2 Coolant�temperature�sensor�at�radiator�outlet
3 Electric�fan
4 Electric�coolant�pump�for�the�cooling�circuit�of�the�charge�air�and�DME
5 Map�thermostat�with�heating�element
6 Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME�1)
7 Electric�auxiliary�water�pump�for�exhaust�turbocharger�cooling
8 Coolant�pump
9 Charge�air�cooler,�bank�1
10 Turbocharger,�cylinder�bank�1
11 Turbocharger,�cylinder�bank�2
12 Charge�air�cooler,�bank�2
13 Heat�exchanger
14 Duo�valve
15 Electric�auxiliary�coolant�pump�for�vehicle�heating
16 Coolant�temperature�sensor�at�engine�outlet
17 Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME�2)
18 Expansion�tank,�low-temperature�circuit
19 Filling�cup
20 Expansion�tank,�high-temperature�circuit
21 Ventilation�line,�high-temperature�circuit
22 Thermostat�for�transmission�oil�cooling
23 Radiator�for�transmission�oil�cooling
24 Cross-flow�cooler�for�the�cooling�circuit�of�charge�air�and�DME
4.2.�Cooling�circuit,�engine
The�engine�cooling�system�is�an�independent�coolant�circuit�known�as�the�"high-temperature
circuit".�It�comprises�the�conventional�engine�cooling�and�cooling�of�the�turbochargers.�Even�the
vehicle�interior�heating�is�supplied�by�the�coolant�circuit�of�the�engine�cooling�system.
An�external�radiator�is�connected�on�the�left�and�right�in�the�direction�of�travel,�parallel�to�the�coolant
circuit.�The�additional�radiator�is�equipped�with�a�non-return�valve�with�compression�spring�to�prevent
a�return�by�the�electric�auxiliary�water�pump�in�the�case�of�a�low�volumetric�flow�of�the�coolant.
The�electric�fan�has�a�nominal�power�of�1000 W.
The�following�graphics�show�the�installation�locations�and�layout�of�the�components.
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4.�Cooling�System
N74TU�engine,�coolant�circuit�for�engine�cooling
Index Explanation
1 Radiator
2 Radiator�for�transmission�cooling
3 Coolant�temperature�sensor�at�radiator�outlet
4 Electric�fan
5 Map�thermostat�with�heating�element
6 Electric�auxiliary�coolant�pump�for�exhaust�turbocharger�cooling
7 Coolant�pump
8 Exhaust�turbocharger
9 Heat�exchanger
10 Duo�valve
11 Electric�auxiliary�coolant�pump�for�vehicle�heating
12 Coolant�temperature�sensor�at�engine�outlet
13 Filling�cup
14 Expansion�tank
15 Ventilation�line,�high-temperature�circuit
16 Thermostat
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N74TU�Engine
4.�Cooling�System
With�the�N74TU�engine,�the�coolant�guides�are�usually�integrated�in�the�crankcase,�as�is�already�the
case�with�the�N74�engine.
The�coolant�inlet�after�the�coolant�pump�in�the�engine�is�located�directly�next�to�the�main�oil�duct.
The�oil�in�the�main�oil�duct�flows�contrary�to�the�coolant�flow.�This�ensures�excellent�heat�exchange
between�the�two�media,�which�has�a�positive�impact�on�the�engine�oil�temperature.�The�effect�is
comparable�to�that�of�an�engine�oil�coolant�heat�exchanger.
The�coolant�in�the�cylinder�heads�flows�across�from�the�outside�to�the�inside,�whereby�the�coolant
flows�from�the�rear�(outside)�to�the�front�(inside).�This�is�also�referred�to�as�diagonal�cooling.
4.2.1.�Coolant�pumps
Engine�coolant�pump
The�engine�cooling�is�ensured�using�a�conventional�mechanical�coolant�pump�with�characteristic�map
thermostat.�The�impeller�diameter�is�70�mm.
Auxiliary�coolant�pump�for�the�exhaust�turbocharger
As�the�mechanical�coolant�pump�is�driven�by�a�belt,�it�cannot�be�used�to�cool�the�exhaust
turbochargers�after�the�engine�has�shut�down.�For�this�reason,�there�is�also�an�auxiliary�electric�coolant
pump�for�this�coolant�circuit.�The�pump�operates�at�15 W�and�is�controlled�via�the�DME�with�a�pulse-
width�modulated�signal.�During�engine�operation,�taking�into�account�the�coolant�temperature�at�the
engine�outlet,�the�auxiliary�electric�coolant�pump�is�also�activated�from�93�°C�/�199�°F.
The�after-run�of�the�electric�auxiliary�coolant�pump�can�last�up�to�30�minutes�for�a�stationary�engine
and�when�the�ignition�is�turned�off.�This�is�calculated�on�the�basis�of�the�following�values.
Calculated�values:
• Engine�oil�temperature
• Injected�fuel�quantity
• Intake�air�temperature
• Exhaust-gas�temperature
• Fuel�temperature
The�electric�fan�can�continue�running�for�up�to�11�minutes.
The�auxiliary�coolant�pump�for�the�turbocharger�must�not�be�dropped.�Auxiliary�coolant�pumps�that
have�been�dropped�may�not�be�installed�and�must�be�replaced.
The�cooling�system�(high-temperature�coolant�circuit)�can�be�filled�using�the�familiar�vacuum�filler
device.�Please�consult�the�repair�instructions�in�the�ISTA�workshop�information�system�for�details�of
other�approved�methods�of�ventilation.
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4.�Cooling�System
4.2.2.�Data-map�thermostat
The�N74TU�engine�is�equipped�with�a�map-controlled�thermostat.
The�functionality�of�the�map-controlled�thermostat�is�unchanged�from�the�N74�engine.�In�non-
electrically�regulated�operation,�the�thermostat's�technical�data�is�as�follows.
Thermostat�technical�data:
• Opening�start�at�105�°C�/�221�°F
• Complete�opening�at�120�°C�/�248�°F
In�addition,�an�electric�heater�in�the�map�thermostat�can�be�used�to�make�the�thermostat�open�at�a
lower�coolant�temperature.
4.3.�Cooling�circuit�of�charge�air�cooler�and�DME
For�charge�air�cooling,�the�system�again�makes�use�"indirect"�charge�air�cooling,�which�is�cooled�by�a
separate�coolant�circuit,�the�"low-temperature�circuit".
An�electric�coolant�pump�is�used�for�the�coolant�circuit�of�the�charge�air�coolers�and�DME�control�units
with�an�independent�cooling�system.�The�coolant�circuit�for�the�charge�air�cooling�and�Digital�Motor
Electronics�(DME)�contains�a�cross-flow�radiator�and�2�indirect�charge�air�coolers.
N74TU�engine,�coolant�circuit�for�charge�air�cooling
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N74TU�Engine
4.�Cooling�System
Index Explanation
1 Radiator�for�the�charge�air�cooling
2 Electric�coolant�pump�for�charge�air�cooling
3 Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME)
4 Expansion�tank
5 Charge�air�cooler
4.3.1.�Auxiliary�coolant�pump�for�charge�air�cooling
The�coolant�circuit�for�charge�air�cooling�is�powered�by�an�80�W�pump,�which�is�controlled�via�the�DME
using�a�pulse-width�modulated�signal.�It�does�not�operate�automatically�when�the�engine�is�ON.�The
following�values�are�used�for�activation.
Activation�values:
• Ambient�temperature.
• Difference�between�charge�air�temperature�and�ambient�temperature.
The�80�W�pump�has�a�self-diagnosis�function�and�dry-run�protection.�If�the�engine�speed�is�increased
by�15�minutes�over�a�period,�the�auxiliary�water�pumps�are�switched�off�and�a�fault�code�is�stored�in
the�DME.�The�expansion�tank�does�not�have�a�coolant�level�switch�and�does�not�automatically�detect
when�the�fluid�level�is�too�low.
If�the�coolant�pump�is�removed�and�then�to�be�reused,�it�is�important�to�ensure�that�it�is�set�down�still
filled�with�coolant.�Drying�out�may�cause�the�bearing�positions�to�stick.�Failure�to�follow�this�procedure
may�result�in�the�coolant�pump�possibly�not�starting,�which�in�turn�may�result�in�engine�damage.
Before�installing,�turn�the�impeller�manually�to�ensure�that�it�moves�freely.
4.3.2.�Charge�air�cooler
The�charge�air�coolers�are�installed�at�the�rear�end�of�the�cylinder�heads.�They�operate�according�to
the�counter-flow�principle�and�enable�efficient�charge�air�cooling.
4.3.3.�Engine�control�unit
Both�engine�control�units�are�also�cooled�between�the�coolant�circuit�and�charge�air�cooling.�This�is
possible�thanks�to�a�cooling�loop�located�on�the�control�unit�housing.�This�is�connected�to�the�low-
temperature�cooling�circuit�used�for�charge�air�cooling.
For�details�of�the�workflows�for�filling�and�bleeding�the�low-temperature�coolant�circuit,�please�see�the
repair�instructions�in�the�ISTA�workshop�information�system.
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N74TU�Engine
5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
The�intake�and�exhaust�emission�systems�are�in�principle�comparable�with�those�in�the�N74�engine.
The�following�list�summarizes�the�most�important�modifications�made�to�the�intake�air�and�exhaust
emission�system.
Modifications:
• Hot�film�air�mass�meter�7.
• Four�identical�temperature�pressure�sensors,�whereby�in�the�intake�system�only�the�charging
pressure�is�measured�and�in�the�charge�air�pipe�the�pressure�and�temperature�values�are
measured.
• Monitoring�sensor�changed�over�to�LSF�Xfour.
• Biturbocharging�using�two�conventional�turbochargers�with�electric�wastegate�valve
controllers.
• Use�of�electrical�exhaust�flaps�in�the�rear�silencer.
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
N74TU�engine,�intake�air�system
Index Explanation
A Fresh�air
B Purified�air
C Clean�air�warmed
D Clean�air�cooled
1 Unfiltered�air�intake
2 Unfiltered�air�pipe
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
Index Explanation
3 Raw�air�resonator
4 Connection,�crankcase�ventilation,�turbocharged�mode
5 Intake�silencer
6 Intake�manifold
7 Charge�air�cooler
8 Charging�pressure�sensor
9 Throttle�valve
10 Charge�air�pipe
11 Hot�film�air�mass�meter
12 Exhaust�turbocharger
13 Clean�air�pipe
14 Charge�air�temperature�charging�pressure�sensor
5.1.�Air�intake�duct
The�air�intake�duct�is�dual-flow�with�engine-mounted�intake�silencers.�This�configuration�boasts
minimum�pressure�losses�on�the�intake�and�pressure�sides.�The�air�is�sucked�in�on�both�sides
behind�the�BMW�radiator�grille.�A�raw�air�resonator�on�each�side�optimizes�the�system's�acoustic
characteristics.
The�throttle�valves�are�located�directly�in�front�of�the�charge�air�coolers.�As�with�the�N74�engine,�the
N74TU�features�indirect�charge�air�cooling.
5.2.�Intake�manifold
The�plastic�intake�system�is�located�in�the�engine�V-space.�The�left�and�rights�sides�are�separated.
This�is�also�why�there�are�two�charge�air�temperature�and�charging�pressure�sensors�located�at�the
rear�end�of�the�intake�system.
5.3.�Exhaust�turbocharger
The�N74TU�engine�has�two�conventional�exhaust�turbochargers�provided�by�system�supplier
BorgWarner�Turbo�Systems.�The�turbochargers�used�in�the�N74TU�engine�are�mounted�externally.
For�a�V�12-cylinder�engine�with�60°�cylinder�angle,�this�represents�the�optimum�configuration�of�the
charging�system�and�all�the�peripherals.�The�exhaust�turbochargers�feature�a�mono�scroll�design.�The
turbine�housing�is�directly�integrated�in�the�cast�steel�exhaust�manifold.�This�has�enabled�the�exhaust
turbocharger�to�be�installed�even�closer�to�the�engine.�This�configuration�means�that�the�exhaust
gas�turbocharger�and�exhaust�manifold�are�one�component.�Charging�pressure�is�controlled�using�a
multi-piece�wastegate�valve�via�the�electric�wastegate�valve�controller.�To�prevent�the�possibility�of
interference�with�the�multi-piece�wastegate�valve,�a�spring�fastener�is�installed�between�the�wastegate
lever�and�flap�plate�–�as�is�an�additional�disc�spring�between�the�wastegate�bearing�and�outer�lever.
This�design�is�being�used�for�the�first�time�in�a�BMW�gasoline�engine.
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
N74TU�engine,�exhaust�turbocharger
Index Explanation
1 Exhaust�manifold�turbine�housing
2 Compressor�output
3 Decoupling�element
4 Exhaust�manifold
5 Turbine�output
6 Wastegate�valve
7 Compressor�housing
8 Compressor�input
9 Electric�blow-off�valve
10 Electric�wastegate�valve�controller
The�decoupling�elements�absorb�material�movements�at�hot/cold�alternating�loads�between�the
exhaust�manifold�turbine�housing�and�the�exhaust�manifold�and�ensure�a�stress-free�connection.
The�decoupling�elements�are�welded�on�one�side�with�the�exhaust�manifolds�and�are�connected�to
the�exhaust�manifold�turbine�housing�using�a�band-type�clamp.�The�correct�installation�bracket�must
be�used�here�to�ensure�damage-free�installation�in�the�engine�plant�and�disassembly�in�the�vehicle
or�on�the�removed�engine.�This�ensures�a�rigid�connection�of�the�exhaust�manifold�turbine�housing
with�the�exhaust�manifold.�This�also�prevents�damage�to�the�decoupling�element�and�ensures�easy
handling.�The�transport�protection�caps�supplied�must�be�used�when�the�vehicle�is�being�serviced.
During�installation�it�is�also�important�to�note�the�tightening�sequence�for�screw�connections.
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
If�repair�is�necessary,�the�replacement�turbocharger�must�be�installed�on�the�cylinder�head�with
the�assembled�installation�bracket.�Only�then�can�it�be�removed.�(The�same�applies�to�the�supplied
transport�protection�caps.)�If�repair�procedures�require�the�turbocharger�to�be�removed�and�refitted,
the�correct�special�tool�must�be�used.�Refer�to�the�repair�instructions�in�the�ISTA�workshop�information
system�for�more�details.
5.3.1.�Charging�pressure�control
Charging�pressure�is�controlled�in�the�N74TU�engine�using�a�multi-piece�wastegate�valve�via�the
electric�wastegate�valve�controller.
Electrified�adjustment
Compared�with�vacuum-actuated�charging�pressure�control,�the�following�components�are�not
required.
Components:
• Vacuum�unit
• Vacuum�lines
• Electro-pneumatic�pressure�converter
• Vacuum�reservoir
Benefits�of�electric�control:
• Faster�control�speed
• More�precise�control
• Simpler�diagnosis
• Fewer�components
• Larger�opening�angle�of�wastegate�valve
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
Operating�principle
N74TU�engine,�electric�wastegate�valve�controller
Index Explanation
1 Electrical�connection
2 Actuator
3 Adjusting�linkage
4 Stroke�linkage
A�direct�current�motor�and�a�sensor�are�located�in�the�electric�wastegate�valve�controller�resulting�in
a�total�of�5�electrical�connections�on�the�component.�The�wastegate�valve�is�opened�or�closed�by�a
lifting�movement�of�the�linkage.
The�electric�wastegate�valve�controller�can�be�replaced�separately�at�service.�Each�time�the�adjusting
linkage�is�activated,�the�system�must�be�re-adjusted�with�the�assistance�of�the�BMW�diagnosis�system
ISTA.�This�measure�is�not�required�when�replacing�the�entire�exhaust�turbocharger�as�the�linkage�is
supplied�preset.
If�the�electric�wastegate�valve�controller�is�replaced�individually,�a�teach-in�routine�must�be�performed
using�the�BMW�diagnosis�system�ISTA.
The�sensor�is�used�to�determine�the�position�of�the�wastegate�valve.�The�wastegate�valve�can�move
to�any�required�position�between�maximum�open�and�maximum�closed.�When�the�sensor�signal�or
actuator�drops�out,�the�wastegate�valve�adopts�the�open�position�to�allow�charging�pressure�to�build
up.�This�ensures�the�journey�continues�with�reduced�engine�performance.
As�the�position�sensor�is�a�linear�Hall�sensor,�a�resistance�measurement�for�testing�the�sensor�is�not
permitted.
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
5.3.2.�Blow-off�control
The�blow-off�valves�in�the�N74TU�engine�serve�to�reduce�unwanted�charging�pressure�peaks�that
can�occur�when�the�throttle�valve�is�closed�quickly.�They�play�an�important�role�in�terms�of�the�engine
acoustics�and�contribute�to�the�component�protection�of�the�exhaust�turbocharger.
If�the�throttle�valve�is�closed�at�high�engine�speeds,�a�vacuum�arises�in�the�intake�pipe.�Behind�the
compressor�a�high�amount�of�ram�pressure�builds�up,�which�cannot�escape�as�the�path�to�the�intake
pipe�is�locked.�The�consequence�of�this�would�be�to�“pump�up”�the�charger.�This�means�that:
• a�very�noticeable�and�annoying�pump�noise�occurs,
• along�with�this�pump�noise,�a�load�which�has�a�damaging�effect�on�the�exhaust�turbocharger,
as�high-frequency�pressure�waves�put�pressure�on�the�bearings�of�the�exhaust�turbocharger�in
an�axial�direction.
The�blow-off�valves�are�electrically�operated.�If�the�throttle�valve�is�closed,�the�charging�pressure
(before�the�throttle�valve)�and�its�increase�can�be�compared�to�stored�setpoint�values.�If�the�actual
values�are�above�the�setpoint,�the�blow-off�valves�are�opened.�The�charging�pressure�is�thus�directed
to�the�intake�side�of�the�compressor.�This�process�means�that�no�annoying�and�damaging�pressure
pumps�arise.
5.3.3.�Charge�air�cooling
Both�the�N74TU�and�N74�engines�feature�indirect�charge�air�cooling.�The�heat�is�extracted�from�the
charge�air�by�means�of�an�air-to-coolant�heat�exchanger.�This�heat�is�then�released�to�the�ambient�air
across�a�coolant-to-air�heat�exchanger.�This�system�enables�the�line�length�of�the�charge�air�system�to
be�kept�very�short,�resulting�in�lower�pressure�losses.
The�charge�air�coolers�are�screwed�on�to�the�cylinder�head�covers�and�directly�connected�with�the
intake�system.
5.4.�Exhaust�emission�system
5.4.1.�Catalytic�converter
The�N74TU�engine�has�one�catalytic�converter�per�bank.�The�output�funnels�are�single-walled�(N74
engine,�air-gap-insulated/double-walled).The�catalytic�converter�near�the�engine�comprises�a�1st
and�a�2nd�monolith.�The�catalytic�converters�have�decoupling�elements�which�are�also�described�as
expansion�elements.
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
N74TU�engine,�sectional�view�of�the�catalytic�converter
Index Explanation
1 Control�sensor
2 Monitoring�sensor
3 Exhaust�pipe
4 Ceramic�monolith�2
5 Ceramic�monolith�1
6 Connection�of�the�turbine
Exhaust�emission�system
3-way�catalytic�converter 2-monolith�system
Cell�density�of�ceramic�monolith�1 600�cpsi
Cell�density�of�ceramic�monolith�2 400�cpsi
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
Oxygen�sensor�before�catalytic�converter
The�oxygen�sensor�(LSU�ADV)�from�Bosch�is�used�as�a�control�sensor�before�the�catalytic�converter.
The�function�is�comparable�to�the�oxygen�sensor�(LSU�4.9)�and�therefore�is�not�described�in�detail
here.�This�oxygen�sensor�is�already�used�in�the�N63TU�engine.�The�abbreviation�LSU�stands�for
universal�oxygen�sensor�and�ADV�for�Advanced.
The�oxygen�sensor�before�catalytic�converter�(LSU�ADV)�has�the�following�benefits.
Benefits:
• High�signal�running,�especially�in�charged�operation�due�to�lower�dynamic�pressure
dependence.
• Increased�durability�thanks�to�reduced�pump�voltage.
• Improved�precision�(vis-a-vis�LSU�4.9�by�1.7).
• Faster�operating�readiness�<�5�s.
• Increased�temperature�compatibility.
• Improved�system�connector�with�better�contact�properties.
The�LSU�ADV�has�an�extended�measuring�range.�It�is�possible�to�measure�0.65�precisely�from�the
oxygen�sensor.�The�new�oxygen�sensor�is�operational�earlier,�meaning�exact�measured�values�are
available�after�only�5�s.
The�measuring�dynamics�of�the�sensor�is�higher,�whereby�it�is�possible�to�determine�the�air/fuel�ratio
in�each�cylinder�separately�and�thus�also�control�it.�As�a�result,�a�homogeneous�exhaust�flow�can�be
adjusted,�the�emission�levels�lowered�and�the�long-term�emission�behavior�optimized.
Oxygen�sensor�after�catalytic�converter
The�oxygen�sensor�after�catalytic�converter�is�also�called�a�monitoring�sensor.�The�monitoring�sensor
LSF�XFOUR�from�Bosch�is�used�which�is�the�successor�sensor�to�the�LSF�4.2.
The�LSF�Xfour�requires�the�DME�8.C�for�signal�evaluation�and�has�the�following�characteristics.
Characteristics:
• To�achieve�quicker�response�characteristics�after�engine�start�(half�of�the�LSF�4.2�value),�a
stronger�controlled�heater�has�been�integrated�in�the�LSF�Xfour.
• This�improves�signal�stability.
• Less�space�is�required�for�installation.
The�control�sensor�is�located�as�close�as�possible�to�the�turbine�outlet�ahead�of�the�first�ceramic
monolith.�Its�position�has�been�chosen�so�that�all�the�cylinders�can�be�recorded�separately.�The
monitoring�sensor�is�positioned�between�the�first�and�second�ceramic�monoliths.
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
5.4.2.�Exhaust�system
Main�differences�between�exhaust�systems�used�in�the�N74�and�N74TU�engines
• Pneumatic�exhaust�flaps�replaced�by�electrical�exhaust�flaps.
The�exhaust�system�of�the�N74TU�engine�in�the�G11/12�comprises�the�following�components.
Components:
• 1�shell�front�silencer�with�5�liter�volume
• 1�shell�center�silencer�with�5�liter�volume
• 1�shell�rear�silencer�with�44�liter�volume
• 2�twin�tailpipes�with�tailpipe�trim�attached�to�the�body
N74TU�engine,�exhaust�emission�system
Index Explanation
1 Front�silencer
2 Center�silencer
3 Electrical�exhaust�flap�actuator�(EAKS),�right
4 Rear�silencer
5 Electrical�exhaust�flap�actuator�(EAKS),�left
3 Twin�tailpipe
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
On�the�N74TU�engine,�the�pneumatic�exhaust�flap�controller�has�been�replaced�with�an�electrical
exhaust�flap�controller.
N74TU�engine,�exhaust�flap�controller
Index Explanation
1 Electrical�exhaust�flap�actuator�(EAKS),�left
2 Electrical�exhaust�flap�actuator�(EAKS),�right
3 Twin�tailpipe
4 Rear�silencer
5.4.3.�Electrically�controlled�exhaust�flaps
Electrically�controlled�exhaust�flap(s)
The�exhaust�flap�is�integrated�in�the�exhaust�tailpipe.�The�exhaust�flap�is�operated�by�an�axially
arranged�electric�motor�with�integrated�gears�and�electronics.�The�electric�controller�for�the�adjustable
exhaust�flap�has�the�following�electric�connections.
Connections:
• Voltage�supply�(+)
• Ground�(-)
• Actuating�wire�(signal�line)
At�low�engine�speeds�and�low�loads,�the�noise�level�can�be�significantly�reduced�by�closing�the
exhaust�flap.�At�high�engine�speeds�and�high�loads,�the�exhaust�gas�counterpressure�can�be�reduced
by�opening�the�exhaust�flap.
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5.�Intake�Air�and�Exhaust�System
The�exhaust�flap�is�activated�(using�pulse�width�modulation)�by�the�Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME).
The�input�variables�are�as�follows.
Input�variables:
• Engine�speed
• Load
• Driving�speed
The�exhaust�flap�cannot�adopt�an�intermediate�setting;�it�is�either�fully�opened�or�closed.�The�flap�is
moved�to�the�respective�mechanical�end�stops�by�means�of�pulse-width�modulated�signals�(PWM
signals).�If�faults�are�detected�or�the�actuation�stops,�or�after�the�engine�has�been�stopped,�the
preferred�position�is�the�closed�position.
Electrical�exhaust�flap N74TU�Motor
Installation�location right�and�left
PWM�signal�open 10%�duty�cycle
PWM�signal�closed 90%�duty�cycle
The�controller�of�the�electrical�exhaust�flap�can�be�replaced�separately.�The�controller�can�be�placed�in
an�installation�position�with�the�help�of�the�BMW�diagnosis�system�ISTA.
The�exact�position�of�the�exhaust�flap�is�stored�in�a�characteristic�map�in�the�Digital�Motor�Electronics.
The�following�table�merely�provides�a�rough�overview�of�the�various�exhaust�flap�states.
Please�note�that�an�exhaust�tailpipe�flap�of�the�N74TU�engine�may�be�closed�when�idling.�This�would
mean�that�emission�measurements�cannot�be�taken�at�this�tailpipe�with�closed�exhaust�flap.
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6.�Fuel�Supply�System
For�the�N74TU�engine�the�high-pressure�injection�is�used.�It�differs�from�high-pressure�injection�(HPI),
as�used�with�the�N74�engine,�through�the�use�of�solenoid�valve�injectors�with�multi-hole�nozzles.
6.1.�Overview
The�following�overview�shows�the�fuel�preparation�of�the�N74TU�engine.�It�essentially�corresponds�to
the�systems�with�direct�fuel�injection�familiar�in�BMW�models.
N74TU�engine,�fuel�preparation
Index Explanation
1 Fuel�quantity�control�valve
2 High�pressure�pump
3 High�pressure�line,�high�pressure�pump�to�rail
4 High�pressure�line�rail�to�the�injector
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6.�Fuel�Supply�System
Index Explanation
5 Rail
6 Rail�pressure�sensor
7 Fuel�supply�line
8 Injector
Bosch�high-pressure�fuel�injection�valves�with�the�designation�HDEV5.2�with�CVO�are�used.�The�high
pressure�pump�is�already�established�in�the�predecessor�4�and�8-cylinder�engines.
Work�on�the�fuel�system�is�only�permitted�after�the�engine�has�cooled�down.�The�coolant�temperature
must�not�exceed�40�°C�/�104�°F.�This�must�be�observed�without�fail,�as�otherwise�there�is�a�risk�of�fuel
being�sprayed�back�on�account�of�the�residual�pressure�in�the�high-pressure�fuel�system.
When�working�on�the�high-pressure�fuel�system,�it�is�essential�to�adhere�to�conditions�of�absolute
cleanliness�and�to�observe�the�work�sequences�described�in�the�repair�instructions.�Even�the�slightest
contamination�and�damage�to�the�screwed�fittings�of�the�high-pressure�lines�can�cause�leaks.
When�working�on�the�fuel�system�of�the�N74TU�engine,�it�is�important�to�ensure�that�the�ignition�coils
are�not�fouled�with�fuel.�The�resistance�of�the�silicone�material�is�greatly�reduced�by�sustained�contact
with�fuel.�This�may�result�in�flashovers�on�the�spark�plug�head�and�thus�in�misfires.
Notes:
• Before�making�any�repairs�to�the�fuel�system,�it�is�essential�to�remove�the�ignition�coils
and�protect�the�spark�plug�shaft�against�the�ingress�of�fuel�by�covering�with�a�cloth.
• Prior�to�a�new�installation�of�the�solenoid�valve�injectors,�the�ignition�coils�must�be
disassembled�and�the�highest�possible�level�of�cleanliness�ensured.
• Ignition�coils�heavily�fouled�by�fuel�must�be�replaced.
6.2.�Fuel�pump�control
The�electric�fuel�pump�delivers�the�fuel�from�the�fuel�tank�via�the�feed�line�to�the�high�pressure�pump
at�a�primary�pressure�of�5.9�bar.�The�on-load�speed�control�is�effected�via�the�DME.�The�low-pressure
sensor�is�dispensed�with.
6.3.�High�pressure�pump
The�well-known�Bosch�high�pressure�pump�(HDP�5)�is�used.�This�is�a�single-piston�pump�driven
from�the�exhaust�camshaft�via�a�triple�cam.�So�that�sufficient�fuel�pressure�is�guaranteed�in�each�load
condition�of�the�engine,�a�high�pressure�pump�is�used�in�the�N74TU�engine�for�each�bank.
For�further�information�on�the�high�pressure�pump,�please�refer�to�ST501�Engine�Technology�"N63
Engine"�training�material�available�on�DRIFT�and�TIS.
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6.�Fuel�Supply�System
6.4.�Injectors
The�Bosch�solenoid�valve�injector�HDEV5.2�with�CVO�support�is�an�inward-opening�multi-hole�valve�–
unlike�the�outward-opening�piezo�injector�used�in�HPI�engines.�The�HDEV5.2�too�is�characterized�by
a�high�degree�of�variability�with�regard�to�spray�angle�and�spray�shape,�and�is�designed�for�a�system
pressure�of�up�to�200�bar.
These�injectors�have�already�been�in�operation�in�the�N55�and�N63TU�engines�and�B48/58�engine.
N74TU�engine,�injector
The�stems�of�the�solenoid�valve�injectors�can�only�withstand�a�certain�tensile�force�and�a�certain
torque.�When�removing�and�refitting�the�injectors,�it�is�essential�that�the�specific�procedure�described
in�the�repair�instructions�is�followed�and�the�designated�special�tools�are�used.�Damage�to�the
injectors�may�otherwise�result.
Depending�on�design,�dirt�particles,�grains�of�sand�etc.�can�get�into�in�the�injector�holes�and�spark
plugs�during�operation�–�especially�in�dusty�environments�with�poor�roads.�Before�disassembly,�the
holes�must�be�blown�out�with�a�strong�jet�of�compressed�air�from�all�possible�angles�and�positions
using�the�longest�available�extension.�After�removing�the�injector�or�spark�plug,�the�base�of�the�hole
should�also�be�blown�clean.
With�the�new�generation�of�solenoid�valve�injectors�with�CVO,�no�adaptation�values�are�required
for�injector�flow�adjustments.�Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME)�establishes�the�adaptation�values
independently.
The�solenoid�valve�injector�is�secured�to�the�rail�using�a�retaining�bridge.�With�the�aid�of�the�bore�hole
on�the�cylinder�head,�a�retaining�pin�on�the�solenoid�valve�injector�is�used�to�align�the�solenoid�valve
injector�relative�to�the�spark�plug.�The�high-pressure�connection�to�the�rail�is�set�up�using�a�ball-cone
connection.
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7.�Engine�Electrical�System
7.1.�Overview
7.1.1.�Engine�control,�cylinder�bank�1
N74TU�engine,�DME�1�system�wiring�diagram�DME�8.C.0
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7.�Engine�Electrical�System
Index Explanation
1 Digital�Motor�Electronics�1
2 Ambient�pressure�sensor
3 Temperature�sensor
4 FlexRay
5 PT-CAN
6 PT‐CAN�2
7 Coupler�CAN
8 Tank�leak�diagnosis,�Natural�Vacuum�Leak�Detection�(NVLD)
9 Body�Domain�Controller�(BDC)
10 Power�distribution�box
11 Fuel�pump�control�module�(EKPS)
12 Relay�for�electric�fan
13 Electric�fan
14 Data-map�thermostat
15 Electric�coolant�pump,�charge�air�cooler
16 Oil�pressure�control�valve
17 Blow-off�valve
18 Tank�vent�valve
19 VANOS�solenoid�valve,�intake�camshaft
20 VANOS�solenoid�valve,�exhaust�camshaft
21 Electric�coolant�pump,�exhaust�turbocharger
22 Electrical�exhaust�flap�controller�(EAKS)
23 Quantity�control�valve
24-29 Injectors�(cylinders�1-6)
30-35 Ignition�coils�(cylinders�1-6)
36 Ground
37 Electric�wastegate�valve�controller
38 Oxygen�sensor�(LSF�4.2)
39 Oxygen�sensor�(LSU�ADV)
40 Diagnostic�connector
41 Charging�pressure�sensor�after�throttle�valve
42 Rail�pressure�sensor
43 Charge�air�temperature�and�charging�pressure�sensor
upstream�of�throttle�valve
44 Knock�sensors�1-2
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Index Explanation
45 Knock�sensors�3-4
46 Knock�sensors�5-6
47 Hot�film�air�mass�meter�(HFM�7)
48 Camshaft�sensor,�intake�camshaft
49 Camshaft�sensor,�exhaust�camshaft
50 Crankshaft�sensor�(Y-cabling�at�DME�1�and�DME�2)
51 Accelerator�pedal�module
52 Throttle�valve
53 Engine�temperature�(sensor�at�housing�of�coolant�pump)
54 Coolant�temperature�sensor�at�radiator�outlet
55 Oil�temperature�sensor
56 Oil�pressure�sensor
57 DME�1–DME�2�encoding
58 Oil-level�sensor
59 Intelligent�Battery�Sensor�(IBS)
60 Alternator
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7.1.2.�Engine�control,�cylinder�bank�2
N74TU�engine,�DME�2�system�wiring�diagram�DME�8.C.0
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Index Explanation
1 Digital�Motor�Electronics�2
2 Ambient�pressure�sensor
3 Temperature�sensor
4 FlexRay
5 PT-CAN
6 PT‐CAN�2
7 Coupler�CAN
8 Body�Domain�Controller�(BDC)
9 Power�distribution�box
10 VANOS�solenoid�valve,�intake�camshaft
11 VANOS�solenoid�valve,�exhaust�camshaft
12 Quantity�control�valve
13 Electrical�exhaust�flap�controller�(EAKS)
14 Blow-off�valve
15 Tank�vent�valve
16-21 Injectors�(cylinders�7-12)
22-27 Ignition�coils�(cylinders�7-12)
28 Ground
29 Electric�wastegate�valve�controller
30 Oxygen�sensor�(LSF�4.2)
31 Oxygen�sensor�(LSU�ADV)
32 Charging�pressure�sensor�after�throttle�valve
33 Rail�pressure�sensor
34 Charge�air�temperature�and�charging�pressure
sensor�upstream�of�throttle�valve
35 Knock�sensors�7�-�8
36 Knock�sensors�9�-10
37 Knock�sensors�11-12
38 Hot�film�air�mass�meter�(HFM�7)
39 Camshaft�sensor,�intake�camshaft
40 Camshaft�sensor,�exhaust�camshaft
41 Crankshaft�sensor�(Y-cabling�at�DME�2�and�DME�1)
42 DME�1�–�DME�2�encoding
43 Alternator
44 Throttle�valve
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7.1.3.�Engine�control,�vehicle�connection
N74TU�engine,�vehicle�connection�module�100�of�DME�1�and�DME�2
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Index Explanation
1 Dynamic�Stability�Control�(DSC)
2 Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME�2)
3 Starter�motor
4 Electronic�transmission�control�(EGS)
5 Air�conditioning�compressor
6 Coolant�temperature�sensor�at�radiator�outlet
7 Electric�fan
8 Relay�for�electric�fan
9 Fuse,�terminal�30
10 Power�distribution�box,�front
11 Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME�1)
12 Accelerator�pedal�module
13 CAN�terminator�4
14 Body�Domain�Controller�(BDC)
15 Instrument�cluster�(KOMBI)
16 Advanced�Crash�Safety�Module�(ACSM)
17 CAN�terminator�5
18 Gear�Selector�Switch�(GWS)
19 Electric�fuel�pump
20 Fuel�Pump�Control�(FPC)
21 Intelligent�Battery�Sensor�(IBS)
22 Power�distribution�box,�rear
23 Electrical�exhaust�flap�actuator�(EAKS),�right
24 Electrical�exhaust�flap�actuator�(EAKS),�left
7.2.�Engine�control�unit
A�new�generation�of�Bosch�engine�control�units�is�used�in�the�G12.�8th-generation�engine�electronics
features�a�common�control�unit�platform�that�is�already�used�with�the�B48/58�engines.�Its�appearance
is�characterized�by�a�uniform�housing�and�a�uniform�connector�strip.�However,�the�hardware�inside�has
been�adapted�to�the�various�applications.
The�control�unit�code�(DME�8.x.yH)�can�be�broken�down�as�follows.
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Abbreviation Meaning
DME Digital�Motor�Electronics
8 Control�unit�generation
X Number�of�cylinders�as�a�hexadecimal�figure
y Vehicle�electrical�system�architecture
H Hybrid�version
Number�of�cylinders�as�a�hexadecimal�figure:
• 4�=�4-cylinder�engine
• 6�=�6-cylinder�engine
• 8�=�8-cylinder�engine
• C�=�12-cylinder�engine
Vehicle�electrical�system�architecture:
• 0�=�vehicle�electrical�system�1�(large�series)
• 1�=�vehicle�electrical�system�2�(small�series)
Examples�for�gasoline�engines:
• *
DME�8.4.0H�=�B48�PHEV �(vehicle�electrical�system�1)
• DME�8.6.1�=�B58�(vehicle�electrical�system�2)
• DME�8.8.0�=�N63TU2�(vehicle�electrical�system�1)
• DME�8.C.0�=�N74TU�(vehicle�electrical�system�1)
*
PHEV�=�Plug-in�Hybrid�Electric�Vehicle.
This�is�why�the�N74TU�engine�features�Bosch�Digital�Motor�Electronics�with�designation�DME�8.C.0.
There�is�a�separate�water-cooled�engine�control�unit�fixed�to�the�engine�for�every�bank.�The�actuators
and�sensors�of�cylinder�bank�1�are�assigned�to�the�DME�1�control�unit;�accordingly,�the�DME�2�control
unit�is�responsible�for�the�functions�of�cylinder�bank�2.�The�DME�1�is�the�primary�control�unit.�It�also
handles�all�information�relating�to�the�entire�engine,�for�example�the�crankshaft�sensor.�It�makes�this
data�available�to�the�DME�2�control�unit�directly�or�via�the�BUS�system.�Due�to�the�variety�of�sensors
and�actuators�it�was�deemed�necessary�to�use�2�control�units.
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N74TU�engine,�Digital�Motor�Electronics
Index Explanation
1 DME�control�unit,�cylinder�bank�1
2 DME�control�unit,�cylinder�bank�2
Do�not�attempt�any�trial�replacement�of�control�units.
Because�of�the�electronic�immobilizer,�a�trial�replacement�of�control�units�from�other�vehicles�must�not
be�attempted�under�any�circumstances.�An�immobilizer�adjustment�cannot�be�reversed.
The�cooling�of�the�two�DME�control�units�in�the�N74TU�engine�is�done�by�a�connection�to�the�cooling
circuit�of�the�charge�air�cooling.�In�this�system,�an�aluminium�cooling�loop�is�integrated�into�the
housing�of�the�control�units.
The�connector�concept�is�identical�to�that�on�the�B48/58�engines�and�features�a�Nano�MQS�connector
system�(Micro�Quadlok�System).�There�is�a�logical�division�into�6�modules.
Wiring�harness�measurements�must�be�performed�using�BMW�approved�measuring�procedures.
Use�of�the�incorrect�tools,�such�as�measuring�probes,�can�damage�the�plug-in�contacts.
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N74TU�engine,�DME�8.C.0�connections
Index Explanation
1 Engine�control�unit�DME�8.C
2 Module�100,�vehicle�connection
3 Module�200,�sensors�and�actuators�1
4 Module�300,�sensors�and�actuators�2
5 Module�400,�Valvetronic�servomotor
6 Module�500,�DME�supply
7 Module�600,�injection�and�ignition
8 Coolant�connections
7.2.1.�Overall�function
The�Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME)�is�the�computing�and�switching�center�of�the�engine�control
system.�Sensors�on�the�engine�and�the�vehicle�deliver�the�input�signals.�The�signals�for�activating
the�actuators�are�calculated�from�the�input�signals,�the�nominal�values�calculated�using�a�computing
model�in�the�DME�control�unit�and�the�stored�program�maps.�The�DME�control�unit�activates�the
actuators�directly�or�via�relays.
The�DME�control�unit�is�triggered�via�the�wake-up�line�(terminal�15�wake-up)�from�the�Body�Domain
Controller�(BDC).
The�after-run�begins�once�the�terminal�is�switched�to�OFF.�The�adaptation�values�are�stored�during�the
after-run.�The�DME�control�unit�uses�a�bus�signal�to�signal�its�readiness�to�“go�to�sleep”.�When�all�the
participating�control�units�have�signalled�their�readiness�to�"go�to�sleep",�the�bus�master�outputs�a�bus
signal�and�the�control�units�terminate�communication�5�seconds�later.
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The�printed�circuit�board�in�the�DME�control�unit�accommodates�2�sensors:�A�temperature�sensor
and�an�ambient�pressure�sensor.�The�temperature�sensor�is�used�to�monitor�the�temperature�of�the
components�in�the�DME�control�unit.�The�ambient�pressure�is�required�for�calculating�the�mixture
composition.
7.3.�Alternator
Two�alternators�operating�at�180 A�are�used�with�the�N74TU�engine.�A�software�function�in�the�DME
is�used�to�regulate�and�balance�the�two�alternators.�This�ensures�that�the�alternators�are�utilized�to�the
same�capacity.
7.4.�MSA�2.3�connected/intelligent�automatic�start/stop�function
In�the�N74TU�an�automatic�start/stop�function�(MSA)�is�used�for�the�first�time�in�conjunction�with�a
12-cylinder�engine.
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N74TU�engine,�MSA�2.3�system�components/model
Index Explanation
1 Intelligent�Battery�Sensor�(IBS)
2 AGM�battery�105�Ah
3 Wheel�speed�sensor
4 Camera-based�driver�support�systems�(KAFAS)
5 Door�contact
6 Condensation�sensor
7 START/STOP�button
8 Instrument�panel�(KOMBI)
9 Optional�equipment�system�(SAS�)
10 Dynamic�Stability�Control�(DSC)
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Index Explanation
11 High�pressure�pump
12 Digital�Motor�Electronics�(DME)
13 Engine�compartment�lid�contact�switch
14 ACC�sensor
15 Outside�temperature�sensor
16 Starter�KSopt150
17 AGM�battery,�60�Ah�(depending�on�optional�equipment)
18 Accumulator�evaporator
19 Body�Domain�Controller�(BDC)
20 Head�unit�(HU)
21 Integrated�automatic�heating�/�air�conditioning�(IHKA)
22 Seat�belt�buckle�switch
23 Hydraulic�impulse�storage
24 Power�Control�Unit�(PCU)�(DC/DC�converter)
7.4.1.�Starter�motor
A�so-called�conventional�optimized�starter�(KSopt150),�which�has�been�established�since�MSA�2.3,
is�used.
An�elaborate�heat�shield�with�air�ducts�has�been�developed�to�protect�the�starter�due�to�high�thermal
loads�on�the�starter�following�an�increased�number�of�starting�operations�through�the�MSA.
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N74TU�engine,�heat�shield�starter�motor
Index Explanation
1 Heat�shield
2 Starter�motor
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