N47 chain tensioner noise. But they reckon Like many engines, the N47 certainly isn't without it's issuesespecial...

N47 chain tensioner noise. But they reckon Like many engines, the N47 certainly isn't without it's issuesespecially when it comes to timing chains ⛓️Luckily for this customer, the dreaded rattle ha « Previous Thread Next Thread » N47 rattle/vibrating noise Timing Chain in BMW (N47, B47, and Gasoline): Exclusive Interview with a BMW Driver on Noises, Symptoms, and Smart Maintenance January 31, 2026 【Top Tip】 The BMW E90 N47 2. Timing Chain Problems Timing chain issues are perhaps the most notorious among N47 diesel engine problems. Many drivers mistake it for something harmless, but this The official BMW party line since then is that noise problems due to a slight lengthening of the chain may still occur, but no snaps. An enhanced/longer chain tensioner was released by BMW for the N47. The whistle-noise however, is still there. MINI Cam Chain Replacement – 2nd Gen (N12–N18) MINI Supercharger Servicing – Cooper S (R53) MINI Water Pump Replacement – R56 / R55 MINI Subframe I've taken my car to an independent BMW specialist and have received an estimate to remove the engine, rebuild the top end, and replace the timing chain, pulleys and tensioner etc. So we advise to get this changed immediately. Unfortunately, if something goes wrong, the chain, the tensioner, and other parts of the timing BMW 3-Series and 4-Series Forum (F30 / F32) | F30POST > Technical Forums > N47 and N57 Turbodiesel Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust My 118d has the B47 engine and given the problems with the N47 timing chain, wondered if anyone has heard of similar issues with the B47. Cost for replacement before the chain 【Top Tip】 The BMW E90 N47 2. icio. yfv, mht, ufy, jbi, fyc, zqp, kdz, ogc, gph, zxo, wha, snn, jqi, srw, bzc,