Timing Chain Adjustment - Warranty Query
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Printed Date: 28-April-2024 at 20:16
Topic: Timing Chain Adjustment - Warranty Query
Posted By: snow_uk
Subject: Timing Chain Adjustment - Warranty Query
Date Posted: 06-June-2014 at 12:48
Hi Folks,
Just looking for some advice / clarity based on your experience,
I have a 3 Series 2.5 Petrol 2007 Reg – 60K miles on the clock with extended comprehensive warranty with BMW.
Recently had a ticking noise from the engine when it was cold and got it booked with BMW Dealer. They have now diagnosed and fixed the fault by adjusting the timing chain. BMW are stating that this is not covered under warranty as it’s not a failure but an adjustment and are asking me to pay in excess of £500!
To me personally this is still a failure – May not be a complete failure but still a failure nevertheless but have any of you had a similar experience?
A quick response from anyone of you would be greatly appreciated.
Many Thanks
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Posted By: Andrew Rolland
Date Posted: 08-June-2014 at 21:25
When did you last change the oil? Was it a decent name brand, Castrol, Mobil etc and to the correct spec? Most 'old/slightly worn' engines rattle slightly on cold start up. A good oil and with correct level will help reduce the rattle. I can tell that my engine needs an oil top up when it rattles slightly more on start up. I changed my oil and filled it full and the rattle has gone.
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