N43 Timing Chain

N43 Timing Chain

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Simon-jig80

Original Poster:

3 posts

91 months

Wednesday 14th December 2016
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Hi All,

Has anyone had any problems with the Timing Chain on a E90/91 N43 engine? Just had mine replaced as it had stretched and snapped off the guides and tensioner. (7 years old with 38K and full BMW service history) It caused an intermittent oil pressure fault due to a blocked relief valve. Thought it was the oil pump until it was checked out further.
I'm aware of problems in other BMW engines.
Cheers

Simon-jig80

Original Poster:

3 posts

91 months

Friday 16th December 2016
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Thanks for the info. Obviously BMW say it's just wear and tear. I thought I'd get a bit longer out of it though.
Cheers.