BMW 5 Series Crankcase Breather Valve
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BronzeAftermarket quality product – value for money
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Understanding the Crankcase Breather Valve in Your BMW 5 Series
For BMW 5 Series owners, maintaining the performance and reliability of your vehicle is paramount. One critical component often overlooked is the crankcase breather valve. This small but significant part plays a vital role in your car's engine health by regulating pressure and preventing oil from escaping into the combustion chamber.
Significance of a Properly Functioning Breather Valve
The crankcase breather valve, also known as the oil separator, ensures that your BMW 5 Series crankcase maintains the correct pressure balance. It allows the engine to vent gases without releasing oil mist into the intake system, which can lead to a variety of engine issues, including reduced performance, increased emissions, and even engine failure if left unchecked.
Recognising Symptoms of a Faulty Breather Valve
If your BMW 5 Series is experiencing rough idling, a decrease in fuel efficiency, or visible smoke from the exhaust, it may be indicative of a failing crankcase breather valve. It's important to address these symptoms promptly to avoid further damage to your vehicle's engine parts.
Choosing the Right Replacement Breather Valve for Your BMW 5 Series
When it comes time to replace your BMW 5 Series crankcase breather valve, it's crucial to choose a quality part that meets OEM specifications. Whether you opt for an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part or a reliable aftermarket alternative, ensuring compatibility with your BMW model is key to maintaining optimal engine function and longevity.
Expert Assistance and Quality BMW Parts
If you're unsure about the correct breather valve for your BMW 5 Series or need assistance with installation, our team of experts is here to help. We offer a wide range of quality BMW parts that cater to your specific vehicle model, ensuring a perfect fit and lasting performance.
Discover Our Range of BMW 5 Series Car Parts
At GSF Car Parts, we understand the importance of using the right components for your BMW 5 Series. Browse our extensive selection of car parts, including crankcase breather valves, to keep your vehicle running smoothly. For all your BMW parts needs, trust GSF Car Parts for reliable, high-quality solutions.
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Breather Valve
Here at GSF Car Parts, we stock an extensive range of breather valves for cars to support your car's crankcase. All are sourced from our reliable and trusted auto partners. To find the right one for your vehicle, simply enter your registration number or make and model into the box provided above, and we’ll do the rest.
What does a Breather Valve do?
The breather valve works by opening up its diaphragm when the pressure of gases in the crankcase builds up to release it and pass the gases into the intake. When there is a vacuum building in the intake system, the diaphragm closes and interrupts the flow of gases from the crankcase to the intake system. This avoids too much vacuum in the oil pan.
A damaged breather valve won't be able to perform these internal processes and can lead to gaskets blowing.
What Other Engine Parts do we Stock?
Our crankcase spares are perfect for servicing and repairing your vehicle’s crankcase, including breather valves, gasket sets, frost plugs, engine blocks and much more!
We also stock various engine parts for crankcases, crankcase drives, cylinder heads, engine mounts, including gasket sets, pistons, camshafts, and breather valves.
For other repairs or servicing on your car, we have a full range of car parts, from service, engine, transmission, exhaust, electrics, fuel and emissions, braking systems, and cooling and heating parts. All are sourced from our trusted and reliable auto partners.
Shop Breather Valves at GSF Car Parts Online and In-Store
All our breather valves are from trusted brands in the motoring industry, so you can count on them to be reliable and of excellent quality. Plus, our low-price promise means you can always expect great value too.
We offer free UK delivery on all online orders over £25, plus 60-day returns*. We also know you want to get your car up and running as soon as possible, which is why we offer a Click and Collect service that allows you to get your new breather valve in just an hour.
So, buy breather valves from us with confidence today. Or if you’re close to one of our 180 store locations across the UK & Ireland, drop by. Our experienced staff will be able to direct you to the correct part for your vehicle.