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11 31 052 Replacing Both Timing Chains (N62/N62TU)

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Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Remove timing chain (1).

Remove timing chain (5).

Release screws (7).

Remove guide rails (3 and 6).

Remove tensioning rails (2 and 4).

Installation: 

Maintain tension of timing chains when installing timing case cover.

Observe sparking protection on timing case cover.

Make sure timing chain (1) is correctly installed when placing it in guide rail (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Timing Chains, Screws And Guide Rails
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Attach special tools 11 2 001  and 11 2 002  to crankshaft.

Insert special tool 11 2 007  and remove sprocket wheel with special tool 11 2 003  .

Installation: 

Check sprocket wheels for wear, replace if necessary.

Heat sprocket wheel to 60°C.

WARNING: Burning hazard! Wear gloves.
Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool (11 2 007), (11 2 001), (11 2 003)
G04739935Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Assemble engine.