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    4. : How do you replace the chain tensioner of the BMW 5 Series?

BMW Serie 5 - Video tutorial

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years 1995-2003
Part: Timing belt
Operation: How do you replace the chain tensioner of the BMW 5 Series?

In order to replace the timing chain of the BMW 5 Series, you need to open the hood so that you can access the components located inside the engine compartment. The timing chain will be located at the front of the engine compartment, as this car has a longitudinally mounted engine. Therefore, it will be possible to access the timing chain by removing the air filter and the cover of the front of the engine block. By doing so, you can loosen the screws that fix the timing chain so that it can be removed and subsequently replaced with a new replacement part.


Posted on 12 June 2023 by ScegliAuto

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Handbrake adjustment on Ford Ecosport

First remove the plastic profile at the base of the gear lever. To do this, slightly widen the side edges and carefully lift it to release it. There is no need to remove it completely, just move it forward to avoid bother. Now remove the plastic center console around the handbrake by first working from the rear to release it and lifting it until the brake lever passes. Also in this case it is not necessary to remove it completely but, paying attention to the connected cables, it can be stowed in front of the passenger seat. At this point we notice that at the base of the handbrake lever, on the front, we find a nut. By acting on it, with a 10 wrench, we can adjust the brake force, increasing it by turning the nut clockwise, or decreasing it by turning it counterclockwise. Once adjusted, the center console can be repositioned first, pressing lightly to engage it, and then the profile of the gearbox base.

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