BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 330i N53 272HP ECU Engine Control Unit DME 7576719 Automatic

BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 330i N53 272HP ECU Engine Control Unit DME is a factory electronic engine control unit designed for 3 Series models with the N53 engine, 272 HP output, and an automatic transmission. This used module from the Electronic control modules and controllers group allows for professional repair of the engine management system while maintaining original performance characteristics. It is a solution for users expecting proven BMW electronics and compatibility with the vehicle's factory architecture.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7576719
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7576719
• Substitutable numbers: 12147616431, 7616431, 12147576719, 7576719, 5WK93630, KZ
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: ECUs & Computer Modules

Purpose and function of the DME controller

The presented DME engine controller is dedicated to the N53 petrol engine with 272 HP in BMW 3 Series E90, E91, E92, and E93 models equipped with an automatic transmission. It is responsible for comprehensive management of the powertrain – from fuel injection and ignition control to monitoring auxiliary equipment and communicating with other vehicle modules.

By maintaining the factory logic of the powertrain, the controller enables the restoration of proper engine operation after the failure of the original ECU, without the need for aftermarket solutions of uncertain quality. This is particularly important in modern units, where precise control affects refinement, performance, and fuel consumption.

Compatibility with automatic transmission

This controller is configured to work with an automatic transmission, which is crucial for proper communication within the vehicle network and smooth gear shifting. Matching the ECU to the transmission type correctly affects:

• proper synchronization of engine torque with transmission operation,
• stable performance of driver assistance systems,
• absence of communication errors between powertrain modules.

As a result, the controller provides the proper foundation for further configuration and adaptation in the vehicle, in accordance with BMW service procedures.

Application in service practice

The used DME controller for the BMW 330i N53 is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged ECU and for more advanced service projects where maintaining the original electronic architecture is necessary. In workshop practice, this allows for:

• reducing repair costs while using OEM parts,
• maintaining software and vehicle configuration consistency,
• easier diagnostics using factory BMW tools.

Electronic control modules and controllers of this type are a key element of the powertrain, which is why choosing an original ECU is important for the long-term reliability of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered controller comes from the secondary market, which allows combining original BMW specifications with a more favorable purchase cost. Used electronics, when properly selected and correctly adapted, can effectively restore full functionality to the engine control system. This is a particularly attractive solution for users who want to keep factory components without investing in a new module.

To better understand when choosing a used ECU is justified and what to pay attention to during installation and programming, it is worth reading the guide: A second life for electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors?.

Support with selection and expansion of the control system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional controllers, modules working with the ECU, or related controllers, check the available parts in the BMW electronic control modules and controllers category.

For those considering wider use of secondary market parts in cars of this brand, the following article may also be helpful: Used parts for BMW – is it worth it? Key benefits for brand fans, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing used components, including electronic control elements.