So I searched on here about the timing chain issue and what SG bimmer owners are facing. I am seeing most cars going to the workshop for other issues are also having to replace their timing chain guide, timing chain and oil pump chain due to pieces of the plastic breaking off and collecting in the oil sump. Seems like this is a very common issue with the N20/N26 engine. Seems also that there is actually warning signs before the engine blows. Like checking the oil sump for debris.
In particular I was reading this thread by BAVWORKS.
https://www.bmw-sg.com/forums/threads/important-things-to-take-note-of.88189/
Just wondering who else here have their timing chain replaced and at what mileage? Sorry if this was discussed on another thread but haven't seen one.
I am trying to decide if I should go in for a preventative timing chain replacement using the updated ones post 2015. Mine is a 2012 model and 58k mileage. A timebomb as I understand it.
In particular I was reading this thread by BAVWORKS.
https://www.bmw-sg.com/forums/threads/important-things-to-take-note-of.88189/
Just wondering who else here have their timing chain replaced and at what mileage? Sorry if this was discussed on another thread but haven't seen one.
I am trying to decide if I should go in for a preventative timing chain replacement using the updated ones post 2015. Mine is a 2012 model and 58k mileage. A timebomb as I understand it.