BMW E60 M5 E63 E64 M6 Engine S85 V10 Throttle Body

BMW E60 M5 E63 E64 M6 Engine S85 V10 Throttle Body is an original component from the Throttle Bodies group, designed for the S85 V10 engine used in the high-performance BMW E60 M5 and E63 M6 models. Thanks to its factory OEM design, it ensures proper air control characteristics, stable engine operation, and full compatibility with the factory engine control unit software.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7834834
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7834834
• Substitutable numbers: 13547834834, 7834834, 13547834832, 7834832, 13547834833, 7834833, 13547834831, 7834831, 7835769, 7834788, 7834787, KZ
• Category: Throttle Bodies

Purpose and function in the S85 V10 engine

The throttle body in the S85 V10 engine is responsible for the precise metering of air supplied to the cylinders, which directly impacts throttle response, engine smoothness, and overall performance. Using an original component dedicated to the E60 M5 and E63 M6 allows for maintaining factory engine parameters, reducing the risk of ECU errors, and ensuring proper integration with the intake system and engine management system.

Benefits of using an original BMW throttle body

Choosing this throttle body is a solution aimed at users who expect high parameter repeatability and seamless cooperation with factory electronics. Key benefits include:

• precise fitment to the intake manifold and S85 V10 engine accessories,
• maintenance of stock throttle opening characteristics and accelerator pedal response,
• compatibility with the factory engine control unit without the need for map modifications,
• reduced risk of leaks and idle speed issues compared to low-quality aftermarket replacements.

Condition, verification, and part number matching

The offered throttle body is a used component, which in practice means an economical way to repair the intake system while maintaining original BMW quality. Before being listed, such components are standardly verified for completeness, housing condition, and further serviceability. The product features an OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates selecting the correct component based on manufacturer markings or the number used in a specific vehicle.

Professional installation and operation

To fully utilize the potential of this throttle body in the S85 V10 engine, installation by a workshop experienced with BMW M units is recommended. Proper installation includes:

• thorough cleaning of the mating surfaces in the intake manifold,
• checking the condition of seals and vacuum lines in the vicinity of the throttle body,
• verifying the correct connection of the electrical harness,
• throttle body adaptation in the engine control unit, if required by service procedures.

This approach minimizes the risk of subsequent issues such as fluctuating idle, power loss, or the appearance of throttle position-related errors.

Expanding intake and fuel system maintenance

While working on the throttle body, it is worth comprehensively assessing the condition of the entire engine supply system, including components responsible for fuel and air delivery. For further information on diagnostics and selecting components by OEM numbers, the following article may be useful: fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which discusses practical aspects of operating and regenerating key components.

Other BMW Throttle Bodies

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as throttle housings, throttle control modules, or additional intake elements, check out the available parts in the BMW Throttle Bodies category.