Original BMW Camshaft VANOS Stud for M50, M52, S50, and S52 Six-Cylinder BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, M3, and Z3 (1992–2000)

Part of the variable valve timing hardware on BMW's M50, M52, S50, and S52 inline sixes, this Original BMW stud bolt serves the camshaft and VANOS assembly on E36 3 Series, E34 and E39 5 Series, E36 M3, and Z3 models. BMW lists it simply as a stud bolt, weighing 13 grams, and it has been in production since March 1994. A stud stays threaded into one part and gives a mating component a fixed point to locate against while a nut clamps it down. That keeps the threads in the softer casting from wearing out each time the assembly is removed. This stud is made in Germany.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

VANOS units, solenoids, and oil lines all have a direct role in controlling valve timing on these engines, and they are common replacement items on high-mileage cars. The same number covers the M50 and the later M52, as well as the S50 and S52 M engines. It has no supersession, so there is only one version to choose.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW
• Part number: 11-36-1-403-824
• BMW part name: Stud bolt
• System: camshaft and VANOS variable valve timing
• Weight: 13 g (0.46 oz)
• Production start: March 1994
• Country of manufacture: Germany
• Sold individually
• Warranty: 24-month Original BMW parts warranty

Common Questions

Is this stud the same on the M50 and M52 engines?
Yes. BMW uses this single number on the M50, M52, S50, and S52.

Where is it made?
This Original BMW stud bolt is made in Germany.

Why buy it during VANOS work?
VANOS parts are common replacement items on high-mileage engines, and the stud is part of that same system.

Fitment & Compatibility

Compare your production year and trim against the table below. Send your VIN and PMB Performance will confirm the fit, drawing on more than 20 years in the trade.