Choose the N62 intake adjuster by reference and position
A search for a BMW N62 intake VVT gear 11367506775 usually begins after a workshop has mentioned camshaft adjustment, VANOS or a timing-related concern. The next step should be a precise parts enquiry. Establish the engine variant, the affected camshaft position and the OE reference before comparing prices. A BMW model badge on its own is not enough to identify an internal engine component, particularly when the vehicle has an uncertain service history or a replacement engine.
RunningRoo offers the N62 intake VVT gear listed against 11367506775, with a corresponding RunningRoo eBay item. The product description identifies an intake gear; it should not be treated as an exhaust adjuster, a pair of gears or a complete timing chain kit. Send your VIN, full engine code, existing OE number and workshop diagnosis for a fitment check. Call 0425 890 125 for friendly Australian support, Melbourne local pickup by appointment and current fast dispatch options.
What BMW’s own system description explains
BMW’s April 2001 N62 service training describes Bi-VANOS adjustment of both intake and exhaust camshafts. Its vane-type adjustment units use engine oil, and the document distinguishes intake and exhaust units with position markings. Valvetronic is described separately as the system that changes intake valve lift. These names therefore do not identify the same replacement part. The training also describes a particular exhaust-side arrangement associated with the vacuum pump, reinforcing the importance of component position. See BMW’s N62 Service Training, Chapter 3, reproduced online.
This historical training explains terminology; it does not confirm that an aftermarket item fits every later N62 vehicle. Nor does it establish a present-day installation procedure for your VIN. The practical purchasing lesson is to ask the workshop to name the exact component, rather than buying whatever appears under a broad “BMW VANOS” search. Current factory repair information and a vehicle-specific parts lookup should govern the actual repair.
Read 11367506775 as a reference to verify
The number in the RunningRoo title gives the enquiry a useful starting point. It is not a substitute for checking the current parts reference assigned to your particular engine and build. If the workshop provides a different number, ask whether it is a supersession, a different position or a genuinely different component. Do not infer interchangeability from a similar sequence of digits. The supplier should be able to explain the proposed match before you commit to the order.
If the original component is already accessible, photograph its markings clearly and provide the photographs with the written number. A blurred photograph can make a digit ambiguous; a typed number can contain a transcription error. Providing both gives the workshop and supplier a chance to resolve that discrepancy. Avoid removing a functioning component solely to obtain a photograph when the vehicle can first be identified through its VIN and the appropriate parts catalogue.
The listed model names are search aids, not a complete application decision. The current page mentions several BMW saloon, coupe and X5 applications. Those names span different vehicles and builds, so a matching badge cannot establish the required gear. Keep the conversation anchored to the actual engine code, build information, camshaft position and reference rather than shortening the request to “a gear for a 550” or “an X5 timing part”.
Intake, exhaust, bank and quantity: make all four explicit
Ask the mechanic to write down the intake or exhaust position in plain language. Where a bank designation is relevant, have the workshop use the manufacturer’s convention and include the cylinder-bank identifier. Avoid relying on an owner’s description such as “the left one” without explaining the viewing direction. The person ordering, the supplier and the installer should all be discussing the same component when they approve the purchase.
Quantity deserves its own line on the order. A photograph showing multiple views can illustrate one component, and a product title covering several cars does not imply a multi-piece set. The selected description specifies an intake gear. If the repair estimate calls for more than one adjuster, obtain a confirmed quantity and the correct references for each position. Do not assume that multiplying an order for one item satisfies a workshop’s request for different positions.
| Detail to confirm | Useful information to supply | Decision it supports |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle identity | VIN, build date and actual engine variant | Correct catalogue search |
| Position | Intake or exhaust, plus workshop bank identification | Correct component location |
| Reference | Existing OE number and any documented supersession | Written compatibility confirmation |
| Quantity | Number of separately identified gears required | Accurate order contents |
| Diagnosis | Technician’s findings and proposed repair scope | Whether this part is needed |
| Logistics | Workshop address or booked Blackburn collection | Practical repair scheduling |
Do not turn a diagnostic label into a shopping instruction
Owners may receive a scan report with wording that mentions camshaft timing or adjustment. Ask the workshop to explain what it has established beyond the code description. A report should identify the affected system, the checks performed and the reason a particular component is being recommended. A code screenshot alone does not provide a supplier with enough information to decide whether this intake gear is the appropriate remedy.
Keep symptoms, test results and purchasing conclusions separate in the conversation. “The car idles differently” is the owner’s observation. “This intake adjuster requires replacement” is a repair conclusion that should come from the technician’s assessment. That distinction is useful even when the workshop is confident: it gives the supplier a clear scope and gives you a written record of what the order is intended to achieve.
If a previous repair changed timing components, give the workshop the invoice and the sequence of events. Explain whether the present concern appeared before or after that work. Do not ask RunningRoo to resolve an installation question from a product photograph. Instead, let the installer identify the required repair and use the supplier’s support to confirm the listed part, its contents and availability. These responsibilities complement each other.
Establish what the purchase includes
The RunningRoo N62 product page is the reference for this specific advertised gear. Some catalogue descriptions can contain generic wording, so read the named item and contents carefully. Request written confirmation if any sentence appears to describe a larger timing kit. The order should say what is being supplied, rather than leaving the workshop to discover the difference after the engine has been opened.
Ask the installer for a separate list of any seals, fastening hardware, fluids or other parts required by the applicable repair procedure. Inclusion should be confirmed for each item. A VVT gear purchase should not silently expand into an assumed package of consumables, and a workshop estimate should not silently rely on those consumables being inside the gear’s box. Itemising them makes comparisons between suppliers much more useful.
Also distinguish the aftermarket product from a genuine BMW-branded item. An OE reference can describe the intended application without establishing the manufacturer of the supplied part. Check the listing’s brand and product description if that distinction matters to your purchasing decision. This guide does not claim that BMW has tested, approved or endorsed the RunningRoo item. The factory source is used for system information, not product certification.
Compare quotations without losing the repair scope
A useful quote separates the component price, quantity, consumables, labour, diagnosis and freight. If two quotes differ substantially, ask whether they cover the same position and the same number of components. A lower price for one intake gear cannot be compared directly with a workshop estimate including several identified parts and installation. Compare equivalent scopes before deciding which route works best for the repair.
The matching eBay listing offers an alternative checkout route for buyers who prefer eBay. Check the current terms on the channel where you will place the order, including the stated warranty and returns information. Where wording differs between channels, ask for clarification before purchasing and keep the reply with the receipt. Do not carry an assumption from an old screenshot into a new transaction.
If a workshop is purchasing on your behalf, agree who will communicate with RunningRoo and who will receive the parcel. One named contact can keep the fitment reply, approved reference and delivery instructions together. If you are buying the part yourself, send the product link to the installer before payment and ask it to confirm that the proposed item matches its repair plan. That short exchange can prevent an expensive scheduling misunderstanding.
Plan collection or dispatch around a confirmed order
RunningRoo is an Australian-operated business in Blackburn, VIC, supporting Melbourne customers and workshops as well as buyers elsewhere in Australia. Local pickup can be useful when a repair is already booked, but it requires an appointment and confirmation that the order is ready. Do not send a driver solely because a product page is visible. Confirm the item, quantity, collection arrangement and contact details first.
For freight, provide the destination postcode and ask about current fast dispatch options. Dispatch timing and delivery timing are different questions, so obtain the information needed for the workshop booking. Stock and carrier schedules can change. A fitment enquiry made before the vehicle is dismantled gives everyone more room to resolve a reference question without turning it into an urgent same-day collection problem.
Inspect the delivery before installation
When the gear arrives, compare the label, order reference and agreed quantity with the supplier’s confirmation. Keep the packaging and take a clear photograph if anything differs. Ask the workshop to resolve any concern before fitting the part. A component that appears close to the old one should not be modified or installed merely to keep a booking on schedule while its identity remains uncertain.
At handover, keep the invoice and the technician’s repair summary together. Ask for a record identifying the component position and the checks used to assess the original complaint after the repair. This gives the next workshop more useful information than a generic invoice line saying “VANOS fixed”. It also helps you communicate clearly with the supplier if a later question concerns the item actually purchased.
Frequently asked questions about the N62 intake gear
Is this an intake or exhaust VVT gear?
The selected RunningRoo description identifies the product as an intake gear associated with reference 11367506775. Confirm the required position with your workshop and send the VIN and existing reference before ordering. Do not substitute it for an exhaust component based on appearance or a broad N62 search result.
Does this item include a complete timing chain kit?
Do not assume that it does. This article concerns the separately listed intake gear. If the workshop also requires chains, guides, tensioners or installation consumables, have those items identified and quoted separately. Resolve any generic wording in the catalogue against the actual confirmed contents of the order.
Will it fix every VANOS-related fault?
No such promise can be made. The workshop must establish the cause of the complaint and explain why this component belongs in the repair. RunningRoo can help check product fitment and availability, but a vehicle diagnosis requires the relevant professional assessment and factory information.
Does a matching model badge establish fitment?
No. The full VIN, actual engine variant, build details, camshaft position and OE reference are needed. Tell the supplier about a replacement engine or uncertain service history. The model names in a listing help locate a possible product; they do not finish the compatibility decision.
Can I order through eBay and arrange Melbourne pickup?
Use the RunningRoo eBay item and confirm the available fulfilment arrangement before purchasing. For appointment-based Blackburn pickup or questions about dispatch, call 0425 890 125. The chosen order channel and the agreed collection instructions should refer to the same item and quantity.
Send a complete N62 enquiry
For a useful first reply, prepare the VIN, build date, engine code, workshop bank and position description, OE number and requested quantity. Include the diagnostic summary and the selected N62 intake gear link. State whether the workshop has already confirmed the repair or is still investigating. That distinction helps the supplier answer the parts question without presenting a product match as a completed diagnosis.
Ask for confirmation of the reference, contents, stock and fulfilment plan in one reply. RunningRoo’s friendly support can then help organise an Australian order around the identified requirement. Keep the confirmation with the workshop quote and use it when checking the delivery. A carefully documented purchase supports a smoother repair and makes the next conversation about the vehicle much easier to follow.
Related reading and Australian support
For the broader purchasing process, read VVT gear intake versus exhaust fitment and VVT gear versus camshaft position sensor diagnosis. These guides provide supporting context; the engine and product reference in this article remain the focus of your order.
Visit RunningRoo Auto Parts or the contact page to discuss your enquiry. Australian customers can call 0425 890 125; from overseas, use +61 425 890 125. RunningRoo is Australian-operated in Blackburn, VIC, offering friendly support, Melbourne local pickup by appointment and current fast dispatch options subject to stock and order confirmation. Send your VIN or chassis identification, complete engine code, OE number and professional diagnostic findings before ordering.
Factory and official source notes
- BMW Service Training — New Generation N62 Engine, April 2001, Chapter 3 — Third-party reproduction of original factory training. Bi-VANOS, intake/exhaust distinction and Valvetronic context; not current repair instructions or OE interchange validation.
Technical context is drawn from the named manufacturer documents. Product descriptions establish advertised supply scope; they do not replace factory fitment or diagnosis. Historical documents are not represented as the latest repair instructions.