Original BMW Valve Cover Threaded Bolt, Cylinder Head, N54/N54T BMW 135i, 1 Series M, 335is, 535i, 740Li, X6 xDrive35i, and Z4 sDrive35is (2007–2016)

Holding the valve cover to the cylinder head is the job of this Original BMW valve cover bolt, part number 11-12-7-548-063, which threads into the head on N54-powered BMW models including the 135i, 335i, 535i, 740i, X6 xDrive35i, Z4 sDrive35i, and 1 Series M from 2007 to 2016. Valve cover bolts clamp the cover down so the gasket beneath it can seal against the head. BMW names the part a threaded bolt and gives its weight as 36 g (1.27 oz). Production of this number began in June 2006. It is made in Germany, priced each, and sold individually.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

On the cars PMB fits it to, BMW uses this bolt on the N54 engine and on the N54T in the 335is, 1 Series M, and Z4 sDrive35is. It appears across the E82 and E88 1 Series, E90, E91, E92, and E93 3 Series, E60 and E61 facelift 5 Series, F01 and F02 7 Series, E71 X6, and E89 Z4. BMW shows no replacement number, so this is the current bolt for those engines.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (Original BMW Parts)
• Part number: 11-12-7-548-063
• BMW part name: Threaded bolt
• Function: threads into the cylinder head to mount the valve cover
• Engines: N54 and N54T
• Weight: 36 g (1.27 oz)
• Production start: June 2006
• Sold as: single bolt, priced each
• Country of manufacture: Germany
• Warranty: 24 months

Common Questions

Is the price for one bolt or a set?
The price is for one bolt, sold individually.

Does it fit the 335is and 1 Series M?
Yes. BMW uses this bolt on the N54T engine in both.

Where does this bolt go?
It threads into the cylinder head and holds the valve cover in place.

Order Original BMW valve cover hardware from PMB with your next N54 service.

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.