Where is the engine number of BMW 525 located?

[SanConnor]

BMW 525's engine number is located on the side of the cylinder block towards the rear. To view the engine number, a lift is required. The BMW 525 is the entry-level model in the 5 Series, equipped with a low-power version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. The dimensions of the BMW 525i are 4841mm in length, 1846mm in width, and 1468mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2888mm, and it features a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. In terms of configuration, this model includes rear-seat entertainment systems with two 8-inch color displays mounted on the back of the front seats, along with a rear center console, an integrated CD player, CD storage box, and remote control. It also provides an infrared interface and wireless headphones. Exterior-wise, the car is equipped with xenon headlights for high and low beams, featuring automatic lighting height dynamic adjustment, which significantly improves lane illumination in poor weather and low visibility conditions.

[VanAlana]

I often help friends with this issue. The engine number for a BMW 525 can usually be found in two locations. The most straightforward method is to open the hood and look for a metal plate on the side of the engine block, which is engraved with the engine model and serial number. You might need a flashlight to see it clearly, and sometimes you'll have to wipe off dust for better visibility. The other spot is more convenient—there's duplicate information on the vehicle's identification plate, usually located under the front passenger seat or near the center console. Last time when my cousin was buying a car, I taught him that if the plate on an older car is worn out, he could simply check the vehicle registration certificate or insurance policy, where the number is clearly printed. After all, this number is essential for vehicle inspections and ownership transfers.

[SanTyler]

As a BMW owner, I see the technician checking this during every maintenance. The engine number is usually located on the right side of the engine, near the firewall. You'll need to squat down and look inward from the side of the front end. For some model years of the 525, it might be engraved near the intake manifold, possibly requiring the removal of a plastic cover to be visible. If you can't find it yourself, don't force it apart—just visit the dealership where they can scan it with a diagnostic computer, and they can also check the engine status while they're at it. Regularly clean the dust from the engine bay during car washes to keep the number clear. Last time, I discovered the number was almost covered by oil stains during a car wash.

[LeJude]

Simply put, you can find it once the engine bay is opened. On the metal cylinder block near the windshield on the driver's side, there's a small label with a barcode, engraved with a 17-character code which is the engine number. For older 525 models, it might be near the oil pan, while newer models mostly have it above the pulley. If you can't locate it, check the owner's manual—there's a positioning diagram on the last page. Alternatively, you can take a photo of the nameplate with your phone and ask a repair shop, since this is essentially the vehicle's ID.