Bmw N57 Timing Chain Replacement 

Really useful content for those wanting to take this job on (subbed) as you say get timing kit with the the high pressure fuel pump puller - makes things so much easier.

Thanks for video!) Thanks for work! Very happy with that garage!

Great video. I really appreciate how you use common seyto explain a fairly involved procedure. I w😊 wish you lived in Australia

great video! keep them coming

truely informative thank you very much.

Great video of a beautiful engine.

Awsome man ! Thanks a lot !

Is the fuel pump timed is there a Mark to line up too

I have a 2011 BMW X5 40D E70 (N57 engine), is it possible to replace timing chains without taking the motor out? All previous videos I'v seen on X5 E70 they all have removed the engine. I guess it should be pretty similar to the model in this video.?

i wish i had a ramp do it myself , the satisfaction you would get

How many km did you replace a time chain?

Very nice my Friend 👍👍👍

Nice job 👍😎

very good !

Hi man. New to the channel, and new subscriber as well. 🙂And in search for resources for this job. Amazing and to the point video. Thanks a lot! Could you please tell me what is really the mileage for this job? I mean my F11 245bhp 540 Nm from 2010 (n57d30a) has 203000 km. Would I take a big risk driving it for the summer and doing this before winter, or should I just go ahead ad replace it? Cheers.

While you had sump off, it's good idea to check crankshaft bearings as these engines not great on that point.

Great video... i just placed a new clutch and flywheel... Now when joyriding this week i heard noise... lost power and engine oil light went on. First i tought it was the turbo now i took the turbo out and it seems to be in more bad dan good condition but not that bad it would not make pressure or spin anymore or to be so bad it would not buil up oil pressure... I also had the hard brake pedal right away when the noize and oil warning light ocured. So now i think there must be something with the oilpump and maybe vacum pump. Hope it wont be too bad.

good to see it can be done with the engine in the car .

Very good explanation. MANY THANKS 👍Where are You from originally Buddy if I can ask? 😜

My N57 has 212k km, planning to change the chains at around 250k km for preventative measures. Doesn't have any signs of chain rattle/swooshing, still operating nice and smooth. I'm more confident towards 250k -300k km because I'm changing oil every 10-13k km with Prolong oil additive. Saving this video for the time when chain change will be due.

Really useful video It is possible to replace with same procedure on bmw X3 f25 30d? Xdrive Without remove engine?

hi,mate, for n47d20c manual engine, I have removed the dual camshaft ( to checked for rocker arm and valve damage) . flywheel off already. how can I set up the timing correcly after ?

Awesome video as always 👌. Has the e38 giveaway been done yet?

Question- if the lower timing chain has come apart and now have no HPP fuel pressure. Engine was cranked over a few times after stalling out. Would damage have been caused to engine since the cams are not spinning?

Do you have the torque specks? and does it matter which way the gear goes on the high pressure fuel pump be4 the chain goes on it? Thanks.

Great video! Did you also fit new o-rings and seals to the injectors when re-fitting them

Thank you! Was this an xdrive? If not anything different on that job?

it is advisable replace in the same time connecting rod bushings?

Not sure why BMW designed the motor's timing chain to be serviced this way🤔. Good vid for a DIY guy/gal who wants to own this vehicle...nice vid bro!

I like the gearbox off method for access

How did you take the sump off without dropping the subframe?

In your video you mentioned maintenance manual books. What king of maintenance manuals you are using? P. S. Great video. Thank you for shareing :)

How do you know if the timing chain needs to be replaced? Does it make a noise when driving?

Put the bolts back half way in the hole they came out of once the part is removed..... If possible.

great job. how many hours dit you spend on it ? from into and out the workshop. greetz

Should I change the oil pump when I replace all the chains? The previous owner of my car changed all the chains but not the oil pump.

Would it be a similar process on a car with automatic transmission?

do you have to empty the gearbox oil for this?

Beautiphul video, how much km or mile have this car when you change chain ? Regards

Great video is there an upgrade kit so this doesn't happen again?

Where are you located as I need my timing chain on changed on my x5 e70 ?

What timing chains do you buy please? Original or some aftermarket are better? How do you release fuel rail pressure and how do you pressurize once put back? Thanks

2014 bmw 3OOOcc N57 engine I think, model 4x4 550 diesel estate, I am trying to find someone who will, can change the timing chain. they think I am stupid, they try and tell me you have to change the crank shaft and Bearings as well , and maybe arm rests as well I expect ,. lol.

Wich is the best make to buy the timing kit from?

very awesome video thanks for sharing your exp .. bmw tells it needs 17 hours work for a time chain changing , how many hours it takes for ya ?

Great video Ed, very helpful. Why were the chains replaced? Where they worn, or was there noise or changed as preventative work? How as the inlet manifold - was it coked up? Thanks

Can you rebuild my vanos on my m62tu 4.4 for me? I’ll pay of course. I’m serious. I saw you build up the V8 the other day. My X5 has noisy vanos and I reckon you are the man..

Do you do classic BMW 80's 323i ?

Hey man great vid. I'm using this as a guide to do mine. Mine is an E92 LCI but the sump is blocked by subframe but it looks like yours is still there. Did you need to lower it or something or how did it go for you?

How do i book my car in for this? I have a 2007 bmw e90 m47 320d auto, it’s done 175k with original timing chain still on, think it’s best i change it as I’m keeping the car forever

Hey great video, I asked for a quotation from one of the most popular bmw specialists in the uk to do that job for me and they came up and said that they also replace the oil pump during this job. Does it sound reasonable? Some other specialists I spoke with don’t do that, so that just made me think who is following the right process and who wants to get some more money out of it

Hey mate i’m doing the same job on mine. Would you have torque specs on the chain components? Appreciate it pal.

Where are you based ¿

This was 258bhp version not 245bhp? is it true 245bhp more reliable?

Where are you located as my timing chain needs changing on my x5 e70

Is the n57 as unreliable as the N47? I'm looking to get an n57 325d, but the chain issue is putting me off?!

When should one change the chain?

The high pressure pump doesn't have the timing?

Roughly how much is the parts for it in the UK?

How long does it take to replace everything?

👍

When it's time to change the timing chain?

why you dint take out the engine and replace the gasket of the head? is that mandatory to do?

Thanks: how long does the job take

Hi Guys perhaps someone can advise on n57 . We were changing plugs and and a plug sensor. Airtake manifold was taken off. We finished like 4:14 in this video. The sensor, plugs were replaced, all put back like it should. We tried to start an engine it had a like a bit of rotation and it stopped completely, the smoke came out from the starter and the computer displayed some error messages. The car was driving and was starting without any issue before . We tried to rotate the engine, it was rotating around 350 degrees. We suspect that something might have got into a cylinder via air intakes but they were protected so we are quite confused. Does anyone know what might have happen? Can that be a blocked valve or something? Perhaps someone experienced same issue?

What millage that car has?

I prefer to get the engine out and replace the chain,i think is easier way

Hi were are u located

How much would this cost?

How much does this job cost including parts?

Most workshops😊 here want to take the motor out

i am 58, I cry when i am trying to plug my PS2 in Trying to make it work i like to play on getaway . and black monday . ,And this is brain, surgery .

I done 416000 km and haven’t changed timing change , expensive job

been trying to call for two days no answere ??

Does this sound like a timing chain issue. It’s N57 E70 4.0d ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-J_72LW3sfwI.html

You should have replaced the bearings, it will now not die because of the chain, will die with bad bearings, N57 you have to replace bearings when you replace the chain and check the oil pump. this engine like to eat bearings.

I see a main dealer has give you a thumbs down.

quite guy! I will not do it for my car anyway.

As they say “the most expensive BMW you will own is the cheapest one to buy”. After 200ks they are cheap to buy. Not designed for affordable longevity. As a diy person this really puts me off the BMW diesels, will stick with petrol, M54 say.

Nice way to spend 2-3k at the garage 🤣

I had no idea BMWs had the timing chain on the back of the motor. Another BMW weirdness. Lol

who the fck would want to own a n57, no thanks