BMW M5 F10 M6 F12 F13 Cylinder Head Cyl. 1-4 S63N V8 7603471

BMW M5 F10 M6 F12 F13 Cylinder Head Cyl. 1-4 S63N V8 7603471 is an original cylinder head designed for the S63N V8 gasoline engine, used in the sporty BMW M5 F10 and M6 F12/F13 models. The component covers cylinders 1–4, allowing for precise engine repair without the need to replace the entire engine. This solution is aimed at workshops and users expecting factory fitment and preservation of the M unit's characteristics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2118177
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2118177
• Substitutable numbers: 2118177, 11122118177, 7634595, 11127634595, 1559899, 11121559899
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Part type: Cylinder Head
• Category: Cylinder Heads

Intended Use and Compatibility with the S63N V8 Unit

The presented cylinder head supports cylinders 1–4 in the S63N V8 gasoline engine. The design is adapted to the high thermal and mechanical loads typical for M units with increased power and boost pressure. Thanks to the factory geometry of the intake and exhaust ports, the cylinder head allows for maintaining stock flow parameters and engine operating characteristics, which is important for both repairs and maintaining compatibility with the engine control unit software.

Construction and Technical Properties

The cylinder head belongs to the Cylinder Heads category and has been designed as an OEM component, maintaining original manufacturing tolerances. It includes precisely machined valve seats, guides, and mating surfaces to the block, enabling proper sealing of the combustion chamber after correct installation and gasket selection. The construction is optimized for operation in a direct gasoline injection engine, considering the specific cooling and lubrication channel layout.

As a used component, the cylinder head provides a good basis for professional refurbishment or installation after workshop verification. This allows for economical engine repair while preserving the original engine architecture, which is particularly important in BMW M class vehicles, where manufacturing precision directly impacts durability and smoothness of operation.

Application in Service and Tuning

The cylinder head for cylinders 1–4 in the S63N V8 engine is suitable for both standard repairs after mechanical or thermal damage, as well as for modernization projects where maintaining the original engine specification is crucial. It can be used, among other things, for:

• repairs after engine overheating,
• damage to valve seats or mating surfaces,
• engine rebuilds after mechanical failure,
• restoration projects of BMW M5 F10 and M6 F12/F13 cars to factory condition.

By retaining the original design, the cylinder head allows for seamless integration with stock manifolds, accessories, and control systems, which reduces the risk of fitment and calibration issues.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Cylinder Head

Choosing an original BMW cylinder head from the Cylinder Heads category primarily ensures perfect fitment for the specific engine and preservation of factory operating parameters. You receive a component designed specifically for the S63N V8 unit, minimizing the risk of leaks, valve geometry problems, or improper cooling. This is especially important in high-performance gasoline engines where the margin for installation error is small.

If you want to better understand why original, used OEM components are often the most sensible choice for repairing advanced engine units, read the article on the quality and safety of used OEM parts, which discusses their importance in terms of durability and cost-effectiveness of service.

Expanding Repairs – Other BMW Cylinder Heads

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional cylinder heads for the remaining cylinder banks, cylinder head housings, or compatible mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Cylinder Heads category.