I'm at 130,000 and I think it's time. I'll have to sort whether I need to just install it and run the engine at 3k RPM (many other cars) to set it or push on the chain guide to unlock the Tensioner. The factory M42 tensioner has to be released in this annoying fashion, but not sure about the M44. The M44 unit can supposedly be installed in the M42. Any additional details would be great. I'll keep looking myself.
I'm looking for more. Here's a bit I found... "A loud ticking sound, especially on a cold start, on an M42 1.8 16 valve engine is often a failing chain tensioner".
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