The service and repair manual for the 2011 BMW 550i GT xDrive — the 4.4L V8 engine, 1 trim. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones BMW published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4.4L V8 — 268 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged |
| Trims | Base Hatchback 4-Door |
| Other 2011 550i GT xDrive variants | 550i → · 550i GT → |
| Federal record | 2 recalls · 144 complaints · 0 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 2011 550i GT xDrive manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 876
- Engine Performance 39,393
- Accessories & Equipment 8,271
- General Information 2,123
- Body & Frame 4,833
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 178
- Brakes 326
- Maintenance 32
- Collision 1,712
- Restraints 832
- Drivelines & Axles 755
- Steering 519
- Electrical 5,852
- Suspension 954
- Engine Mechanical 1,865
- Transmission 699
- Rear 74
- Oil pressure should be more than 15
- Pa) at 6,500
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 2011 550i GT xDrive
- Air Bags — frontal › sensor/control module-inactive · 16V832000Depending on the severity of the crash, inadequate activation of the driver and/or passenger air bag.
- Fuel System, Gasoline — delivery › fuel pump · 16V746000The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. additionally, the fuel p.
Owners have filed 144 complaints and BMW has issued 0 technical service bulletins for the 2011 550i GT xDrive. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 2011 550i GT xDrive manual
Is this manual specific to the 2011 550i GT xDrive?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 2011 model year, covering the 4.4L V8 across the Base Hatchback 4-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones BMW published for this year.
What 2011 550i GT xDrive problems does it help with?
2 recalls are on federal record for the 2011 550i GT xDrive, covering air bags, fuel system, gasoline. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by BMW dealers.
Does it include 2011 550i GT xDrive wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 2011 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $40.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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