BMW 3 Series N47C20A Injectors

BMW 3 Series N47C20A Overview

The BMW 3 Series with the N47C20A BMW 2.0d N47 engine was produced between 2007 and 2015. This vehicle uses Bosch common rail diesel injectors (primary part number 0445110601) operating at fuel pressures up to 2000 bar. The N47C20A engine in the BMW 3 Series produces and of torque. When replacing injectors on the BMW 3 Series N47C20A, always use new copper sealing washers and torque to manufacturer specifications. Each injector should be coded to the ECU after fitting.

Compatible Injectors

Common Injector Problems in BMW 3 Series

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  Rough idle and engine vibration — Worn injector nozzles cause uneven fuel spray, leading to rough idle at low RPM. Most noticeable when the engine is cold.
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  Excessive exhaust smoke — Black or blue-grey smoke on acceleration indicates poor fuel atomisation. This is often caused by carbon buildup on the injector nozzle tip.
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  Poor fuel economy — A worn or leaking injector delivers incorrect fuel quantities, reducing efficiency by 10–20% in severe cases.
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  Engine misfire under load — Intermittent misfires during acceleration suggest one or more injectors are failing to deliver the correct fuel pressure.
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  Difficult cold starting — Degraded injector nozzles struggle to atomise fuel at lower cranking pressures, causing extended crank times in cold weather.

Other Engine Codes for BMW 3 Series

Other N47C20A Vehicles

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