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BMW E90 3 Series VANOS Solenoids cost
VANOS Solenoids on a BMW E90 3 Series typically costs $750 at a BMW dealer or about $300 in parts DIY, based on 2 real owner-reported prices.
Last updated · 2 reported prices from 1 cited source
Intake and exhaust VANOS solenoid valves on N52/N54. These are only the prices reported for the E90 3 Series (325i, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 335i, 335d). See the general VANOS Solenoids page for every BMW model.
Limited data: 2 reported prices from 1 source, and no independent shop price found yet. Use the general repair page for more context.
Both prices come from one r/E90 thread: a dealer-style quote for a 2011 328i and a pair of genuine solenoids.
Typical cost
Ranges are the lowest and highest real prices in the table below. Estimates are shown but left out of the ranges. Shop prices include parts and labor unless noted.
Every E90 3 Series price we found
| Price | Where | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $750 | Dealer | Quote to replace both solenoids, 2011 328i (looked like dealer pricing) | [1] |
| $300 | DIY | Pair of genuine BMW solenoids from FCP Euro, 15 min DIY | [1] |
Symptoms
- Rough idle, stalling at stops
- Hesitation / loss of power at highway speed
- VANOS codes (e.g. 2A82, 2A87)
- Rattle on acceleration ("VANOS rattle")
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Common questions
How much does BMW E90 3 Series VANOS Solenoids cost?
VANOS Solenoids on a BMW E90 3 Series typically costs $750 at a BMW dealer or about $300 in parts DIY, based on 2 real owner-reported prices.
Does this cover the 325i, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 335i, 335d?
These are prices reported for the E90 3 Series, sold as the 325i, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 335i, 335d. Each row in the table names the car when the poster did, so check that it matches yours.
How much does BMW E90 3 Series VANOS Solenoids cost at a BMW dealer?
Dealer prices we found for the E90 3 Series ranged $750 (1 data point).
Can I do VANOS Solenoids on my E90 3 Series myself?
Owners who did it themselves or bought parts reported $300.
How long does VANOS Solenoids take?
About 15 to 20 minutes for both solenoids, per an owner (source 1).
VANOS Solenoids on other models and engines
Sources
- Estimated cost for this? (Reddit r/E90)
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