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Replacing the timing belt on a BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E90, E91 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Timing belt

Let's see the disassembly and replacement of the timing belt on a BMW 3 Series. We open the bonnet and lift it, let's put it in safety. We remove the central plastic lining with the socket wrench; disconnect the power supply cables with pliers. With a fixed wrench we go to loosen the belt tensioner roller and remove the belt from its seat. With a socket wrench we go to unscrew the tightening pin of the belt tensioner roller, remove the water pump. We assemble the new water pump, the belt tensioner and the belt itself, we tighten everything with the socket wrench. We mount the trim with the locking pins.

Posted on 25 January 2020 by ScegliAuto

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