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Do BMW N47 engines have any known and frequent problems?
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The BMW N47 engine has often had breakdowns related to distribution, and because of these there have been several recalls from the parent company which then solved the "problem". The failure was noticeable as a ticking inside the passenger compartment.
Posted on: 29 September 2021 by ScegliAuto

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