Hello, I am looking for a BMW 316 E36 (1991 - 2000) and I am wondering if the car has a cam belt (timing belt) and if it does have one, how long does the cam belt last (what milage to change it) and also if someone can kindly tell me the service interval on BMW 316 E36. Many Thanks
2007-02-27 22:01:46 · 7 answers · asked by Emily 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ BMW
Bmw is bad for using belts.Mercedes use too use nothing but chains.No more than 80,000 miles I would put on a belt.I won't buy any belt drive car.
2007-02-27 22:07:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
Bmw E36 316i
2016-10-29 04:57:38 · answer #2 · answered by bradish 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The e36 316i with the m43 engine uses a timing chain as do most beemers made after 1992.
2007-02-28 09:31:13 · answer #3 · answered by Lucky 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I reckon that should come with a chain as most models after 1991/92 do. I own a 318is and that comes with chain not belt.
50k miles if i were you. If u just got it and dont know when last it was done better safe than sorry, get it replaced asap.
2007-03-01 09:45:31 · answer #4 · answered by victor 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
That car has a timing chain, not a belt. The only thing you have to worry about is chain stretch. The existing chain can be checked very easily to see if it is still within specs.
2007-03-01 13:55:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Most BMW's have cam belts. To be on the safe side I'd replace at 50k-60k. Don't risk any longer.
2007-02-28 00:14:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
It has a chain. That guy with the Mercedes answer is goofy.
2007-03-02 13:04:58 · answer #7 · answered by Ben 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋