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    4. : Adjustment of the tension rollers

BMW Serie 5 - Video tutorial

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years 1995-2003
Part: Timing belt
Operation: Adjustment of the tension rollers

The distribution kit of a car consists of a belt and a tensioner roller. The timing belt must be replaced because its malfunction can cause serious damage to the engine. In the following guide we see the tension rollers. The distribution tension rollers can have various systems for adjusting the tension. The tension rollers can also be adjusted manually. The adjustment bolt must be turned to one side, counterclockwise, until the accessory tape is wide enough to remove. Then the pulley of the tensioner is tightened by turning clockwise until the belt is tight.


Posted on 25 July 2023 by ScegliAuto



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