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When to Change the Timing Chain on a BMW X1

Model: BMW X1 F48 - Years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Part: Timing belt

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The timing belt is a crucial component of the vehicle as it regulates the operation of the crankshaft with the camshaft. The camshaft is essential for allowing the vehicle to generate power as it controls the intake of fuel and the exhaust from the cylinder through valves.

Additionally, the timing belt manages, in some cases, the operation of the water pump necessary to properly cool the engine. The manufacturer of this vehicle recommends a replacement interval between 120,000 miles and 180,000 miles.


Updated on 7 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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