BMW 328i N20 Engine Noise (Timing Chain?)

DHLLC · 01-04-2018, 02:40 PM

Trying to determine if this noise is related to a timing chain issue?

Any input is appreciated.

2012 BMW 328i Sport N20 65k miles

bavarianride · 01-04-2018, 03:01 PM

sounds normal to my ears.

uncleruckus · 01-04-2018, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bavarianride

sounds normal to my ears.

Sounds normal to me as well. Compared to these videos:

https://bmwtechnician.com/2016/08/07...g-chain-issue/

I don't hear any high-pitched whines or noises in your video clip.

sspade · 01-04-2018, 03:09 PM

Sounds like my '14 N26.

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