January 01, 2013

ZF5HP19 Valve Body Identification Guide

Valve Body Xpress

Part Number Chart

Manufacturer Pulse Generator Bolts Years Part Number
BMW No '97-Later BMW004
VW/Audi No '97-Later BMW001
Yes '96-Later BMW002
Porsche Yes '96-Early '99 BMW002
Yes Late '99-'03 [BMW003] (Warranty Only)

BMW vs. VW/Audi/Porsche Identification

The BMW version can be identified by the two large round holes at the pump end of the valve body. See red arrows for location of holes.


Pulse Generator Bolt Identification

With Pulse Generator Bolts Without Pulse Generator Bolts


Porsche Year Identification

Depending upon model year, the EPC Solenoids are different. See Blue arrow for location of EPC solenoid.


  • '96-Early '99 should have a BLACK EPC # 0501-209-875.

  • Late '99-'03 should have a GREEN EPC # 0501-210-060.

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