High mileage N47 without problems (120D, 320D, 520D etc)
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I'm not so sure now that the oil plays that much of a part. I stripped an M52 engine last week for bits (mid nineties) and the timing chain could be used to tow a coach with it's so beefy, plus it was unworn after nearly 200k. The later N Series chains are like something on a Chinese exercise bike or a toilet flush by comparison.
Hi all,
Good post. Just alerted myself to this issue after my E92 320d 57 plate started making a subtle sound about a year ago, but I've more recently taken it seriously. Two mechanics think I'm hearing things that aren't there, but it is definitely apparent compared to over a year ago. Is the chain issue noise very obvious?
Just gone over 96,000 miles, no problems other than changing steering column. Serviced according to CBS - will do more frequent oil changes from now on. Fantastic car otherwise.
Good post. Just alerted myself to this issue after my E92 320d 57 plate started making a subtle sound about a year ago, but I've more recently taken it seriously. Two mechanics think I'm hearing things that aren't there, but it is definitely apparent compared to over a year ago. Is the chain issue noise very obvious?
Just gone over 96,000 miles, no problems other than changing steering column. Serviced according to CBS - will do more frequent oil changes from now on. Fantastic car otherwise.
J4M5 said:
Hi all,
Good post. Just alerted myself to this issue after my E92 320d 57 plate started making a subtle sound about a year ago, but I've more recently taken it seriously. Two mechanics think I'm hearing things that aren't there, but it is definitely apparent compared to over a year ago. Is the chain issue noise very obvious?
Just gone over 96,000 miles, no problems other than changing steering column. Serviced according to CBS - will do more frequent oil changes from now on. Fantastic car otherwise.
Does this help? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIvdSPu5A5QGood post. Just alerted myself to this issue after my E92 320d 57 plate started making a subtle sound about a year ago, but I've more recently taken it seriously. Two mechanics think I'm hearing things that aren't there, but it is definitely apparent compared to over a year ago. Is the chain issue noise very obvious?
Just gone over 96,000 miles, no problems other than changing steering column. Serviced according to CBS - will do more frequent oil changes from now on. Fantastic car otherwise.
Hi all,
Just bought a 57 Plate 118d with 51,000 miles.
No strange noises to report. Car has been serviced as per BMWs ridiculously long service intervals.
I was worried about this after only realising timing chain issues after I'd put a deposit down but my mind is at ease now.
I'd assume this car has done a lot of start stop mileage around town (due to low mileage/age). but no noise from the timing chain as I say.
Will be changing the oil on a yearly basis from now on (8000 miles).
Just bought a 57 Plate 118d with 51,000 miles.
No strange noises to report. Car has been serviced as per BMWs ridiculously long service intervals.
I was worried about this after only realising timing chain issues after I'd put a deposit down but my mind is at ease now.
I'd assume this car has done a lot of start stop mileage around town (due to low mileage/age). but no noise from the timing chain as I say.
Will be changing the oil on a yearly basis from now on (8000 miles).
Hi guys, looking at buying a 520d, found a lovely example but I have concerns regarding the timing chain issues. I have found out the vin and contacted two different BMW dealers who have said there is no outstanding recalls on that vehicle.
Is it safe to assume that the vehicle will be fine? Neither dealer would elaborate on that.
Is it safe to assume that the vehicle will be fine? Neither dealer would elaborate on that.
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