Original BMW Valve Cover, Cylinders 5–8, for BMW 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, and X5 with N62 Engine (2002–2010)

BMW's cylinder head cover 11-12-7-522-159 is the valve cover for cylinders 5–8 on the N62 and N62N engines used in the 545i, 550i, 645Ci, 650i, 7 Series, Alpina B7, and X5 from 2002–2010. A valve cover sits on top of the cylinder head over the valves and valve train, keeping oil in and dirt, dust, and debris out. This one mounts to the head with cap nuts and seals against it with a rubber gasket. It is made in the Czech Republic and sold as one cover.

As an Original BMW Part, this cover carries a 24-month parts warranty.

BMW assigns this cover to cylinders 5 through 8. BMW has produced the current number since May 2002 and rates it as exchangeable retrospectively for the earlier cover, 11-12-7-518-075, which makes it the correct replacement on cars that left the factory with that number. Within this fitment the same cover goes on both the N62 and the N62N, from the first 745i through the 2010 X5.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW
• Part number: 11-12-7-522-159
• BMW name: cylinder head cover
• Position: cylinders 5–8
• Weight: 2.2 kg (4.8 lb)
• Production start: May 2002
• Replaces: 11-12-7-518-075, exchangeable retrospectively
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Why would a valve cover need replacing?
Valve covers usually last the life of the engine, but they can be damaged or wear out. High engine temperatures can warp or crack a cover, and the gasket underneath hardens and cracks with age, causing oil leaks or an oil smell from the engine.

Does the cover come with a gasket?
Yes. It comes with the valve cover gasket set and the bolts for cylinders 5–8.

PMB Performance supplies Original BMW engine parts for N62 and N62N cars.

Fitment & Compatibility

Check the table below for the exact year, model, submodel, and any listed notes. PMB Performance can confirm this against your VIN, backed by more than 20 years of parts and fitment work.