BMW 5 Series Oil Pressure Warning After Cold Start — VANOS Seals
BMW
5 Series
2004
N52/N62
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
✅ Safe to Drive
Safety Impact
No direct safety impact reported by owners
Urgency Level
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Brief oil pressure warning on cold start that clears after 5-10 seconds on BMW 5 Series N52/N62 indicates VANOS seal wear allowing oil pressure to bleed down when the engine is off. VANOS seal kit replacement costs £150-350.
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