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  1. Problems, Technical Issues & Error Codes
    Hi all, I know this is definitely the dreaded timing chain rattle. On 140k here. I’m planning on selling the car in 6-8 months anyway as I’m moving away. Listen here: Do you think there’s a good chance the chain will last that long or is it most likely going to go? I’d rather not fork out...
  2. 2nd Gen. 1&2 Series (2011-2021 | F20,F21,F22,F23)
    Hi, so just recently bought a F21 2015 125i with 69k miles, it was manufactured in January 2015 (although its reg is a 64 which slightly irks me) but I wanted to ask if you think that it would have received the updated timing chain guides during manufacturing. The service history/invoices I got...
  3. Problems, Technical Issues & Error Codes
    Following a timing chain replacement, I am getting a 3e90 crankshaft position sensor error code. I replaced the sensor, code still remains. Engine will only crank for a short period of time. Fuel pressure is good. What should I check to try clear this error and get the car starting? Thanks.
  4. X1 (E84, F48, U11)
    Just wanting to confirm the engine sounds ok with some other owners, I’ve seen other videos and they sound pretty similar, this is a cold start, -1C outside. Just bought the car yesterday. If you could take a listen it would be appreciated. Thanks
  5. Problems, Technical Issues & Error Codes
    Hello I'm posting this for some possible advice. I was driving my 2012 BMW 116d last week all was fine until a warning came up "drive chain malfunction" but as my car stated it was "safe to continue" I got myself home which was about a mile away, my car had gone into limp mode but I believed...
  6. Problems, Technical Issues & Error Codes
    Hello everyone, Back in February I purchased a 2008 123d with the N47s engine from my brother. The car needed a good amount of care, but was fundamentally a solid car. I plan on keeping it for a good number of years, so decided to change the timing chain as I also needed to change several...
  7. Problems, Technical Issues & Error Codes
    Hello Have a f20 120d automatic late 2012 with updated N47N/N47T engine which is supposed to be less frequent to chain snapping etc. 98 000 kms on the clock. The car drives fine and feels smooth. On startup there is no chain sound at all, nothing. When you drive off nothing but after about...
  8. 1st Gen. 1 Series (2004-2013 | E81, E82, E87, E88)
    LINK TO VIDEO OF ENGINE NOISE LINK TO VIDEO OF ENGINE NOISE LINK TO VIDEO OF ENGINE NOISE Hello all. The link to the video above is my 2008 BMW Series 1 2.0 118D with 81,000 miles on the clock, and has been regularly serviced by myself. I know these engines were of concern with regards to...
  9. 2nd Gen. 1&2 Series (2011-2021 | F20,F21,F22,F23)
    Hi All, I have a BMW F21, N47 2.0 Stage 1 Remapped on 124,000 miles. Always service my oil every 10,000 miles and is currently running on its original timing chain. I drive primarily on motorways as I live in the northeast (Newcastle) and I'm always driving up and down to Maidstone Kent, annual...
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