318ti.org forum - View Single Post - M42: Accidently removed Timing Chain Tensioner!

montrealblue7 · 05-03-2008, 09:09 PM

Hi BMW 318ti,

Thanks for the reply.

So hopefully, I've got nothing to worry about then ? Is there any way to check that the timing/HCT are correct BEFORE starting the engine ?

The reason I asked about (Q1) and (Q2), was that the BMW TIS page 11.31.091 [Removing and installing or replacing chain tensioning device (M42)] says;

"Without dismantling the hydraulic chain tensioner it is not possible to press the hydraulic piston back down ...

Installation of the Hydraulic Chain Tensioner in extended (locked) position leads to engine damage."

Regarding (Q4), I need to remove the thermostat. I have already drained from the bottom of the radiator, but will the cylinder block still have coolant that wouldn't have been drained from the radiator ?

Thanks for your help

05-03-2008, 09:09 PM	#3
montrealblue7 Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: London Posts: 7 iTrader: (0) Photo Gallery	Hi BMW 318ti, Thanks for the reply. So hopefully, I've got nothing to worry about then ? Is there any way to check that the timing/HCT are correct BEFORE starting the engine ? The reason I asked about (Q1) and (Q2), was that the BMW TIS page 11.31.091 [Removing and installing or replacing chain tensioning device (M42)] says; "Without dismantling the hydraulic chain tensioner it is not possible to press the hydraulic piston back down ... Installation of the Hydraulic Chain Tensioner in extended (locked) position leads to engine damage." Regarding (Q4), I need to remove the thermostat. I have already drained from the bottom of the radiator, but will the cylinder block still have coolant that wouldn't have been drained from the radiator ? Thanks for your help