Dealer Price:
$56,500 - $66,700
Original MSRP:
$51,980 - $61,365
Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
Basic: | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
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US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 23V707000 |
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Mfg's Report Date | October 20, 2023 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Number of Units Affected | 155,627 |
Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break. |
Consequence | Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Remedy | Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 12, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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5dr 535i Gran Turismo RWD | $56,500 | $51,980 | $847 / Month* | |
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Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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5dr 535i xDrive Gran Turismo AWD | $58,800 | $54,095 | $882 / Month* | |
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Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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5dr 550i Gran Turismo RWD | $64,400 | $59,250 | $965 / Month* | |
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Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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5dr 550i xDrive Gran Turismo AWD | $66,700 | $61,365 | 1,000 | |
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535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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18" x 8" double-spoke light-alloy wheels (style 234) -inc: P245/50R18 all-season run-flat tires | • | • | ||
18" x 8" star-spoke light-alloy wheels (style 271) -inc: P245/50R18 all-season run-flat tires | • | • | ||
2-piece bi-modal trunk w/soft close | • | • | • | • |
Adaptive brake lights | • | • | • | • |
Adaptive light control | • | • | • | • |
Body-color auto-dimming heated pwr folding mirrors -inc: memory, automatic passenger tilt-down in reverse | • | • | ||
Body-color heated pwr folding mirrors -inc: memory, automatic passenger tilt-down in reverse | • | • | ||
Dual-panel panoramic glass moonroof -inc: pwr slide/lift front panel, fixed rear panel, pwr interior sunshade, speed-variable wind deflector | • | • | • | • |
Frameless door windows | • | • | • | • |
Halogen free-form foglights | • | • | • | • |
Rain-sensing windshield wipers w/adjustable speed | • | • | • | • |
Retractable headlight washers | • | • | • | • |
Xenon automatic headlights w/auto-leveling -inc: LED corona rings for daytime running lights, cornering lights | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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10-way pwr front bucket seats w/driver memory | • | • | • | • |
40/20/40 fold-down rear bench seat | • | • | • | • |
Adjustable front armrests | • | • | • | • |
Ambiance lighting | • | • | • | • |
Anti-theft alarm system -inc: keyhead remote operation, interior motion detector | • | • | • | • |
Auto-dimming rearview mirror | • | • | ||
Black panel instrumentation cluster -inc: LCD main & trip odometer displays, warning indicators in dial faces, electronic analog speedometer & tachometer | • | • | • | • |
Condition-based service display | • | • | • | • |
Courtesy lights w/automatic dimming | • | • | • | • |
Dakota leather seat, door, center console trim | • | • | • | • |
Dark burl ash wood interior trim | • | • | • | • |
Driver/front passenger lumbar support | • | • | • | • |
Dual front illuminated sunvisor mirrors | • | • | • | • |
Dual-zone automatic climate control -inc: automatic air recirculation, micro-filter ventilation system w/replaceable active-charcoal filter | • | • | • | • |
Dynamic cruise control | • | • | • | • |
Fold-up rear center armrest | • | • | • | • |
Front/rear dual cupholders | • | • | • | • |
Front/rear floor mats | • | • | • | • |
Front/rear reading lights | • | • | • | • |
Fully enclosed trunk w/movable partition | • | • | • | • |
HDD navigation system -inc: voice feedback, voice command system, real time traffic info, online info services | • | • | ||
iDrive system -inc: on-board computer & controller, (8) programmable memory buttons | • | • | • | • |
Open storage compartments in all doors & front seatback storage | • | • | • | • |
Pwr door locks -inc: selective unlocking, double-lock feature | • | • | • | • |
Pwr outlets -inc: front passenger footwell, back of center console, trunk | • | • | • | • |
Pwr tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel -inc: tilt-away, memory, audio/cruise/Bluetooth controls | • | • | • | • |
Pwr windows -inc: key-off, front/rear 1-touch up/down, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, closing from exterior lock | • | • | • | • |
Rear window defroster | • | • | • | • |
Remote keyless entry -inc: engine immobilizer | • | • | • | • |
Remote trunk release | • | • | • | • |
Service interval indicator & expanded check control vehicle monitor system | • | • | • | • |
Universal garage door opener | • | • | ||
Vehicle & key memory | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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3.0L DOHC DI 24-valve twin-turbocharged I6 engine -inc: double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing | • | • | ||
4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/composite front rotors | • | • | • | • |
4.4L DI 32-valve twin-turbocharged V8 engine -inc: 4-overhead camshafts, double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing | • | • | ||
8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission -inc: sport & manual modes, adaptive transmission control (ATC) | • | • | • | • |
Brake energy regeneration system | • | • | • | • |
Double wishbone front suspension | • | • | • | • |
Driving dynamics control w/(3) settings for normal, sport, sport+ | • | • | • | • |
Electromechanical parking brake w/automatic hold | • | • | • | • |
Electronic limited-slip differential | • | • | • | • |
Electronically controlled engine cooling (map cooling) | • | • | • | • |
Front/rear stabilizer bars | • | • | • | • |
Glass mat battery | • | • | • | • |
Integral-V rear suspension | • | • | • | • |
Push button start/stop | • | • | • | • |
Rear wheel drive | • | • | ||
Self-leveling rear air suspension | • | • | • | • |
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers | • | • | • | • |
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist (Servotronic) rack & pinion pwr steering | • | • | • | • |
xDrive all wheel drive system | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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3-point safety belts -inc: force limiters in all positions & front pretensioners | • | • | • | • |
Active front head restraints | • | • | • | • |
BMW Assist w/Bluetooth -inc: automatic collision notification, emergency request, enhanced roadside assistance, door unlock, stolen vehicle recovery, customer relations, TeleService, MyInfo | • | • | • | • |
Child safety rear door locks | • | • | • | • |
Crash sensor that activates battery safety terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump & starter from battery, automatically unlocks doors, turns on hazard & interior lights | • | • | • | • |
Dynamic stability control (DSC) -inc: dynamic traction control (DTC), anti-lock braking (ABS), automatic stability control (ASC), cornering brake control, dynamic brake control (DBC), brake fade compensation, brake drying, start-off assistant | • | • | • | • |
Front dual-stage dual-threshold airbags w/passenger occupant sensor | • | • | • | • |
Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags | • | • | • | • |
Front/rear curtain airbags | • | • | • | • |
Front/rear park distance control | • | • | • | • |
Interlocking door anchoring system | • | • | • | • |
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) in rear outboard positions | • | • | • | • |
Tire pressure monitor | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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205-watt hi-fi sound system -inc: 10-speakers, 2-subwoofers, digital 7-channel amplifier | • | • | • | • |
AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: auto-store, FM diversity antenna, aux input in center console | • | • | • | • |
HD Radio | • | • | • | • |
Satellite radio prep | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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19" X 8.5" FRONT & 19" X 9.5" REAR Y-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS (STYLE 315) -inc: P245/45R19 front & rear performance run-flat tires (REQ: ZSP Sport Pkg) | • | |||
19" X 8.5" FRONT & 19" X 9.5" REAR Y-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS (STYLE 315) -inc: P245/55R19 front & P275/40R19 rear performance run-flat tires (REQ: ZSP Sport Pkg) | • | |||
20" X 8.5" FRONT & 20" X 10" REAR DOUBLE-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS (STYLE 316) -inc: P245/40R20 front & P275/35R20 rear performance run-flat tires (REQ: ZSP Sport Pkg) | • | • | ||
20-WAY PWR MULTI-CONTOUR BUCKET SEATS W/DUAL MEMORY (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
4-ZONE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL -inc: automatic air recirculation, micro-filter ventilation system w/replaceable active-charcoal filter | • | • | • | • |
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
ACTIVE VENTILATED SEAT PKG -inc: front active heated & ventilated 20-way pwr multi-contour bucket seats | • | • | • | • |
ASH GRAIN WOOD INTERIOR TRIM | • | • | • | • |
BMW APPS W/SMARTPHONE INTEGRATION (REQ: 6FL iPod & USB Adapter) | • | • | ||
BMW APPS W/SMARTPHONE INTEGRATION (REQ: 6FL iPod & USB Adapter, 609 HDD Navigation System) | • | • | ||
CAMERA PKG -inc: rear-view camera, side & top view cameras | • | • | • | • |
CERAMIC CONTROLS -inc: shift knob, iDrive controller surround, audio/climate controls (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heated steering wheel, heated front/rear seats | • | • | • | • |
COMFORT ACCESS KEYLESS ENTRY (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: pwr tailgate, Comfort Access keyless entry, soft-close automatic doors | • | • | ||
CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: pwr tailgate, Comfort Access keyless entry, soft-close automatic doors, universal garage door opener, auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, auto-dimming exterior mirrors | • | • | ||
DRIVER ASSISTANCE PKG -inc: automatic high beams, lane departure warning, active blind spot detection | • | • | ||
DRIVER ASSISTANCE PKG -inc: automatic high beams, lane departure warning, active blind spot detection (REQ: ZCV Convenience Pkg) | • | • | ||
DYNAMIC HANDLING PKG -inc: adaptive drive, dynamic damper control w/variable shock absorbers, active roll stabilization (REQ: ZSP Sport Pkg) | • | • | • | • |
FINELINE MATTE WOOD INTERIOR TRIM | • | • | • | • |
HDD NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: voice feedback, voice command system, real time traffic info, online info services | • | • | ||
HEAD-UP DISPLAY | • | • | • | • |
HEATED FRONT SEATS | • | • | • | • |
INTEGRAL ACTIVE STEERING (REQ: ZDH Dynamic Handling Pkg) | • | • | ||
IPOD & USB ADAPTER | • | • | • | • |
LUXURY REAR SEATING PKG -inc: pwr side window shades, rear heated & ventilated comfort seats, 4-zone climate control (REQ: ZAV Active Ventilated Seat Pkg) (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
NIGHTVISION W/PEDESTRIAN DETECTION (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
PREMIUM SOUND PKG -inc: 600-watt premium hi-fi sound system w/14-speakers, 2-subwoofers, digital sound processing (DSP), digital 9-channel amplifier, iPod & USB adapter | • | • | • | • |
PWR SIDE WINDOW SHADES | • | • | • | • |
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT CENTER -inc: DVD player, dual monitors | • | • | • | • |
REAR-VIEW CAMERA | • | • | • | • |
SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO W/1-YEAR SUBSCRIPTION | • | • | • | • |
SKI BAG (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
SPORT PKG -inc: sport leather-wrapped steering wheel, multi-contour bucket seats, shadowline exterior trim, 19" x 8.5" front & 19" x 9.5" rear multi-spoke light-alloy wheels (style 235), P245/45R19 front & P275/40R19 rear performance run-flat tires, increased top speed limiter | • | |||
SPORT PKG -inc: sport leather-wrapped steering wheel, multi-contour bucket seats, shadowline exterior trim, 19" x 8.5" front & 19" x 9.5" rear Y-spoke light-alloy wheels (style 315), P245/55R19 front & P275/40R19 rear performance run-flat tires, increased top speed limiter | • | |||
SPORT PKG -inc: sport leather-wrapped steering wheel, multi-contour bucket seats, shadowline exterior trim, 19" x 8.5" front & rear multi-spoke light-alloy wheels (style 235), P245/45R19 front & rear performance run-flat tires, increased top speed limiter | • | |||
SPORT PKG -inc: sport leather-wrapped steering wheel, multi-contour bucket seats, shadowline exterior trim, 19" x 8.5" front & rear Y-spoke light-alloy wheels (style 315), P245/45R19 front & rear performance run-flat tires, increased top speed limiter | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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GAS GUZZLER TAX | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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ALPINE WHITE | • | • | • | • |
BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC | • | • | • | • |
DAMASK RED METALLIC (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
DARK GRAPHITE METALLIC *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability* | • | • | • | • |
DARK GRAPHITE METALLIC II | • | • | • | • |
DEEP SEA BLUE METALLIC (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
IMPERIAL BLUE METALLIC | • | • | • | • |
JET BLACK | • | • | • | • |
MILANO BEIGE METALLIC (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
NEPTUNE BLUE METALLIC (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
ORION SILVER METALLIC (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
SPACE GRAY METALLIC | • | • | • | • |
TITANIUM SILVER METALLIC | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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TRAINING FEE | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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BLACK, DAKOTA LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | • | • | • |
BLACK, NAPPA LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: 456 Multi-Contour Seats) (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
CINNAMON BROWN, DAKOTA LEATHER SEAT TRIM (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
CINNAMON BROWN, NAPPA LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: 456 Multi-Contour Seats) (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
EVEREST GRAY, DAKOTA LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | • | • | • |
IVORY WHITE, DAKOTA LEATHER SEAT TRIM (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
IVORY WHITE/BLACK, DAKOTA LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | • | • | • |
IVORY WHITE/BLACK, NAPPA LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: 456 Multi-Contour Seats) (Priority 1) | • | • | • | • |
VENETIAN BEIGE, DAKOTA LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | • | • | • |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 13.7 x - TBD - | 13.7 x - TBD - | 14.7 x - TBD - | 14.7 x - TBD - |
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 13.6 x - TBD - | 13.6 x - TBD - | 14.6 x - TBD - | 14.6 x - TBD - |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Displacement | 3.0L/182 | 3.0L/182 | 4.4L/268 | 4.4L/268 |
Engine Type | Twin Turbocharged Gas I6 | Twin Turbocharged Gas I6 | Twin Turbocharged Gas V8 | Twin Turbocharged Gas V8 |
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 300 @ 5800 | 300 @ 5800 | 400 @ 5500 | 400 @ 5500 |
SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 300 @ 1200 | 300 @ 1200 | 450 @ 1750 | 450 @ 1750 |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Height, Overall (in) | 61.4 | 61.4 | 61.4 | 61.4 |
Length, Overall (in) | 196.8 | 196.8 | 196.8 | 196.8 |
Min Ground Clearance (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
Wheelbase (in) | 120.9 | 120.9 | 120.9 | 120.9 |
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 74.8 | 74.8 | 74.8 | 74.8 |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 18.5 | 18.5 | 18.5 | 18.5 |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Suspension Type - Front | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
Suspension Type - Rear | Integral-V | Integral-V | Integral-V | Integral-V |
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Front Tire Size | P245/45R19 | P245/45R19 | P245/40R20 | P245/40R20 |
Rear Tire Size | P245/50R18 | P245/45R19 | P245/50R18 | P245/45R19 |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
Trans Description Cont. | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
Trans Type | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Front Head Room (in) | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 |
Front Leg Room (in) | 59.3 | 59.3 | 59.3 | 59.3 |
Front Shoulder Room (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
Passenger Capacity | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Passenger Volume (ft) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
Second Head Room (in) | 39.0 | 39.0 | 39.0 | 39.0 |
Second Leg Room (in) | 57.7 | 57.7 | 57.7 | 57.7 |
Second Shoulder Room (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | |
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Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 4641 | 4707 | 4894 | 5060 |
Dynamic stability control (DSC) -inc: dynamic traction control (DTC), anti-lock braking (ABS), automatic stability control (ASC), cornering brake control, dynamic brake control (DBC), brake fade compensation, brake drying, start-off assistant |
Interlocking door anchoring system |
Front dual-stage dual-threshold airbags w/passenger occupant sensor |
Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags |
Front/rear curtain airbags |
BMW Assist w/Bluetooth -inc: automatic collision notification, emergency request, enhanced roadside assistance, door unlock, stolen vehicle recovery, customer relations, TeleService, MyInfo |
Front/rear park distance control |
Crash sensor that activates battery safety terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump & starter from battery, automatically unlocks doors, turns on hazard & interior lights |
3-point safety belts -inc: force limiters in all positions & front pretensioners |
Active front head restraints |
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) in rear outboard positions |
Child safety rear door locks |
Tire pressure monitor |
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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