Change Car Timing Belt Kit BMW 3-Series

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 3h30–4h00 ~350–400€
Temps estimé 3h30–4h00
Coût estimé ~350–400€
Difficulté Very technical
Motorisations
3-Series 1982-1995 2
  • 325e Gas (M20B27)
  • 325i, -ix Gas (M20B25)
Renew the timing belt 3h30–4h00
Renew the timing belt kit 3h30–4h00

What is the function of a BMW 3-Series timing belt?

The timing belt synchronises the rotation of the camshaft(s) with the crankshaft, ensuring that the inlet and exhaust valves open and close at precisely the right moment. It may also drive other components such as the high-pressure fuel pump or the water pump.

When should you change the BMW 3-Series timing belt?

The replacement interval varies greatly between manufacturers, typically between 60,000 and 240,000 km or 4 to 10 years, whichever comes first. Always respect the time-based interval even if the mileage has not been reached.

What happens if the BMW 3-Series timing belt breaks?

On interference engines (the vast majority of modern engines), a broken timing belt causes the pistons to strike the open valves, resulting in bent valves, damaged pistons, and potentially a destroyed engine. Repair costs can reach several thousand euros. Preventive replacement is critical.

Is it difficult to change the BMW 3-Series timing belt?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical, requiring specialist tools (crankshaft and camshaft locking tools specific to your engine, tensioner tools, torque wrench) and precise knowledge of timing marks. Incorrect installation can cause severe engine damage. Recommended for experienced mechanics only.

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6 générations couvertes

Génération Période Motorisations Carburant
3-Series 1975-1983 1975-1983 320 Gas (M10B20), 320i Gas (M10B18F) Gas
3-Series 1982-1995 1982-1995 316 Gas (M10B18), 318i Gas (M10B18), 318is Gas (M42B18), 325e Gas (M20B27), 325i, -ix Gas (M20B25), M3 Gas (S14B23) Gas
3-Series 1990-2000 1990-2000 318is Gas (M42B18), 318is, -LPG LPG,Gas (M44B19), 323i Gas (M52B25), 325i Gas (M50B25), 328i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B28) Gas, LPG
3-Series 1998-2007 1998-2007 323i, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B25TU), 325i Gas (M56B25), 325i, -xi, -ti, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B25), 328i, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B28TU), 330i, -xi, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B30) Gas, LPG
3-Series 2005-2013 2005-2013 325i, -Xi Gas (N53B30A), 325i, -Xi, -LPG LPG,Gas (N52B25A), 328i, -Xi Gas (N51B30A), 328i, -Xi Gas (N52B30A), 330i, -Xi Gas (N52B30A), 335d Diesel (M57D30T2), 335d Diesel (M57D30T2), 335i, -Xi Gas (N54B30A), 335i, -Xi Gas (N55B30A), 335is Gas (N54B30A) Diesel, Gas, LPG
3-Series 2011-2020 2011-2020 320i, -xDrive, -LPG LPG,Gas (N20B20B), 320i, Flex Ethanol (E100),Gas (N20B20A), 328d Diesel (N47D20C), 328i Gas (N26B20A), 328i, -xDrive Gas (N20B20A), 335i, -xDrive Gas (N55B30A) Diesel, Ethanol (E100), Gas, LPG

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