Original BMW VANOS Camshaft Adjuster Unit with Sprocket for BMW E39 540i, E38 740i and 740iL, and E53 X5 4.4i M62 (1998–2003)

Original BMW 11-36-1-438-694 is the VANOS camshaft adjuster unit with sprocket for the M62 engine. It adjusts camshaft timing on the 1998–2003 BMW 540i, the 1998–2001 740i and 740iL, and the 2000–2003 X5 4.4i. BMW calls it the camshaft adjuster unit with pinion, which means the adjuster and the chain sprocket come as one assembly. Variable valve timing lets the engine control module change cam timing as conditions change, which helps performance, efficiency, and emissions. The unit weighs 1.1 kg (2.3 lb) and is made in Romania.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

This is the later of two BMW part numbers for the job. BMW put it into production in September 1998 as the replacement for 11-36-1-433-932. The same unit serves the E39 5 Series, the E38 7 Series, and the E53 X5 when they have the M62, so the chassis does not change the part. BMW shows it only on M62-equipped cars, so the engine code is the main check.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW, sold as an Original BMW part
• Part number: 11-36-1-438-694
• BMW part name: camshaft adjuster unit with pinion (VANOS adjusting unit)
• Engine: M62
• Chassis: E39, E38, and E53
• Weight: 1.1 kg (2.3 lb)
• Sold as: one assembly
• Production start: September 1998
• Replaces: 11-36-1-433-932, interchangeable on earlier cars
• Made in Romania
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

My car came with 11-36-1-433-932. Will this unit replace it?
Yes. BMW rates this unit as exchangeable on earlier cars, so it fits where the older number was installed.

Does it fit every 2000–2003 X5?
BMW's parts data shows it for the X5 4.4i with the M62 engine. Other X5 engines are not shown for this unit.

PMB Performance has supplied Original BMW engine parts to E38, E39, and E53 owners for years.

Fitment & Compatibility

Confirm your model year and submodel against the table below before ordering. PMB Performance has spent over 20 years matching parts to vehicles and can verify this against your VIN.