BMW E87 E90 LCI 116i 118i 316i 318i Engine N43 Inlet Camshaft Intake 7567238

BMW E87 E90 LCI 116i 118i 316i 318i Engine N43 Inlet Camshaft Intake is an original part from the Camshafts category, designed for N43 petrol engines in BMW 1 Series E87 and 3 Series E90 LCI models. The offered component comes from professional dismantling, which ensures the preservation of factory timing characteristics and perfect fitment with original engine components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7567238
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7567238
• Substitutable numbers: 11317567238, 7567238, KZ
• Category: Camshafts

Technical characteristics of the N43 intake camshaft

The presented camshaft is responsible for the precise control of intake valve opening in the N43 engine, which is crucial for the correct filling of cylinders with the air-fuel mixture. The OEM design ensures the maintenance of factory timing phases, seamless cooperation with the engine management system, and compatibility with standard cylinder head components.

By using an original camshaft from the same engine family, you maintain the proper engine refinement, stable idle speed, and predictable throttle response. This is particularly important in modern BMW petrol units, where the timing system is strictly integrated with the control electronics.

Why choose an original BMW camshaft

In N43 engines, the manufacturing tolerances of timing components are very tight, which is why using an original intake camshaft allows you to maintain:

• proper interaction with the factory valve control system,
• consistency with other cylinder head and lubrication system components,
• stable operating parameters across the entire rev range.

By choosing this element, you benefit from a component designed specifically for the N43 engine, which reduces the risk of timing synchronization issues, ECU errors, or performance drops. This solution is highly recommended for professional repairs of BMW E87 and E90 LCI units.

Application in service practice

The intake camshaft in the N43 engine is one of the key elements affecting uniform cylinder filling and the correct operation of the intake system. Replacing this component is recommended, among other things, in cases of:

• cam wear causing power loss or uneven engine operation,
• mechanical damage to the cylinder head after a timing failure,
• professional engine rebuilding after high mileage requiring intervention in the timing system.

Using an original camshaft from the same engine family allows for restoring performance parameters close to factory specifications, which is particularly important for BMW vehicles used daily and cars serviced for long-term reliability.

Condition and origin of the component

The offered camshaft comes from a dismantled BMW vehicle, which means it is a used part that retains the functionality required for further operation. For many users and workshops, this is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original technical specifications of the engine.

Choosing a used OEM element from the Camshafts category is particularly attractive in the context of the current market for premium car parts. If you want to better understand why original dismantled components are becoming an increasingly popular solution, it is worth reading the article about the trend for used original parts for premium brands.

Expanding repairs within the BMW timing system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional camshafts, gears, or components cooperating with the cylinder head, check out the available parts in the BMW Camshafts category.