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BSM 5.2 FSI 450hp

Engine code BSM is a petrol, rated at 450 hp.

Cars fitted with BSM

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiS8D3 (2006–2009)450 hp

Which ECU it runs

BSM is controlled by a Bosch MED9.1 (2 units, master/slave) engine control unit.

Where to find your engine code

The three or four letter code is stamped on the engine block and is usually printed in the service book. It is also stored electronically, so any diagnostic tool that talks to the engine control unit will read it back without you having to find the stamping.

The code matters more than the model year. Cars of the same age and badge were built with different engines, and the timing arrangement, common faults and correct parts all follow the code rather than the year.

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Common questions

What car has engine code BSM?

BSM was fitted to the Audi S8 D3 (2006–2009).

What is engine code BSM?

BSM is a 5.2 FSI 450hp (petrol).

Which ECU does BSM use?

BSM runs a Bosch MED9.1 (2 units, master/slave) engine control unit.