Timing chain problem

[offwithYOhead]

Hey guys.

I'm having trouble with replacing the timing chain. Is there a install video , or pictures you guys can get me? Appreciate it. Thank you.

[doogee]

Sounds like you may have no idea what you're doing?

Take it to a mechanic. You probably don't have timing tools either?

[nycplumber]

Here you go

http://replace-timing-belt.com/how-t...09kw-e90-2007/

[doogee]

Originally Posted by nycplumber

Here you go

http://replace-timing-belt.com/how-t...09kw-e90-2007/

That is a seriously useful website!

[monterey]

That sounds like a big job to tackle with some serious consequences if done wrong. I wouldn't have the guts to do it myself.

[deansbimmer]

Originally Posted by nycplumber

http://replace-timing-belt.com/how-t...09kw-e90-2007/

Garbage. That's about 70% of the process, it only really discusses timing, not changing the chains or any prerequisite tasks.

It's not a trivial job. Are you sure you're up to the task? It requires special tooling.

At least use BMW TIS data like this:
http://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/3_se..._chains_(s65)/

[offwithYOhead]

Originally Posted by deansbimmer

Garbage. That's about 70% of the process, it only really discusses timing, not changing the chains or any prerequisite tasks.

It's not a trivial job. Are you sure you're up to the task? It requires special tooling.

At least use BMW TIS data like this:
http://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/3_se..._chains_(s65)/

Originally Posted by deansbimmer

Garbage. That's about 70% of the process, it only really discusses timing, not changing the chains or any prerequisite tasks.

It's not a trivial job. Are you sure you're up to the task? It requires special tooling.

At least use BMW TIS data like this:
http://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/3_se...ns/11__engine_(s65)/31__camshaft/5_ra__replacing_both_timing_chains_(s65)/

I have everything needed. I installed it before, but my timing might be off. Basically, the teeth is timed at 0 on my car, and I'm wondering if it's suppose to be 0 or 10 cause my car is not starting

[deansbimmer]

If you follow the TIS instruction, you won't have any issues timing the engine or checking timing. This isn't a job you should wander through and guess at. You can bend valves and cause bigger more expensive problems. Hint: You set timing at the 10, and check at the 0. If you don't know what those marks mean then you need to read and comprehend the TIS procedure before continuing. Or stop and take the car to a qualified technician.

[offwithYOhead]

Originally Posted by deansbimmer

If you follow the TIS instruction, you won't have any issues timing the engine or checking timing. This isn't a job you should wander through and guess at. You can bend valves and cause bigger more expensive problems. Hint: You set timing at the 10, and check at the 0. If you don't know what those marks mean then you need to read and comprehend the TIS procedure before continuing. Or stop and take the car to a qualified technician.

That's exactly what I needed to know. Thank you.

[offwithYOhead]

Is there anyone that can verify if the cam shafts look right? Thanks

Edit, just the passenger side, not the driver. Thanks

[deansbimmer]

Originally Posted by offwithYOhead

Is there anyone that can verify if the cam shafts look right? Thanks

Edit, just the passenger side, not the driver. Thanks

They could be "Not right" by only 2mm and still cause problems. You can't tell by looking at a picture. If you followed the TIS steps for timing, and for checking then you don't have anything to worry about. If you still aren't sure then the job needs to be completed by an experienced technician.