Original BMW Connecting Rod Bearing Shell, Red, Standard Size for BMW E39 M5 and Z8 (2000–2003)

Sized at the 49.00 mm standard dimension, this Original BMW red bearing shell is a connecting rod bearing for the S62 V8 in the 2000–2003 BMW E39 M5 and BMW Z8. A rod bearing sits between the connecting rod and the crankshaft journal, letting the crank turn smoothly while it carries combustion loads. These shells are built from layers of soft metal that wear before the crankshaft does. BMW names the part the bearing shell, red, with size code 49,00MM(0), the standard size. It is made in Germany and priced each, sold individually.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

BMW marks this part with a limited storage life, so check the expiry date on the parts label when it arrives. The red color code is how BMW identifies this shell, and the (0) designation marks it as the standard size rather than an undersize. BMW has supplied it since September 1998. Compared with other BMW Motorsport engines, the S62 is not as prone to rod bearing wear, though some engines do develop the problem. There is no clear pattern to when it happens. Some engines run without issues while others show bearing wear relatively early. Warning signs include a deep metallic knock under load or acceleration, low oil pressure from excess clearance, and metal flakes in the oil or on the drain plug.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW, genuine part
• Part number: 11-24-1-407-492
• BMW part name: bearing shell, red
• Size: 49.00 mm, standard size (0)
• Production start: September 1998
• Limited storage life, expiry date on the parts label
• Made in Germany
• Priced each, sold individually
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Is this a set or a single bearing shell?
It is priced each and sold individually as one shell.

Are S62 engines known for rod bearing wear?
The S62 is less prone to it than other BMW Motorsport engines, but some do wear their rod bearings, with no clear trend in timing.

Do these bearings have a shelf life?
Yes. BMW gives this part a limited storage life and prints the expiry date on the parts label.

Built for one of the great BMW V8s, and ready for your S62 rebuild.

Fitment & Compatibility

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