Engine Cambelt

[darter]

Hi Guy's.

Were new to the BMW cars and we have a 3 series, but I must admit I don't think I'll ever have anything else again.

One question though. Can anyone shed any light on the intervals both mileage and years for changing your cam belt. Also what would be the average cost for getting the work done at a garage?

Any advice welcome, thanks!!!!

Alan

[andy-mcq]

im 99% certain bmws DONT have a cambelt, they all have chains.

im sure some one will say 100% its all chains

welcome to the club to :D

[darter]

Thanks for the help mate. That's a big reassurance I once had a Toyota belt go on me. Bad times!!!!

[andy-mcq]

Thanks for the help mate. That's a big reassurance I once had a Toyota belt go on me. Bad times!!!!

i had a reno as my last car, was a constant worry if it would snap! evan if its a new one lol :huh:

[andy-mcq]

what model 3 series is it you have? what year?

[daveayoung]

Indeed I believe that all the 6 cylinder models are cam chains, unsure about the below 2 litre four cylinder engines

[G4VHD]

My four pot has a chain too, I think all BM's have a chain

[andy-mcq]

my four pot is a chain (1.9 8 valve)

[darter]

Thanks guy's that's a big help. Saves me the embarresment of going to Europarts and asking for a belt, and them taking the P.

Much obliged.

Alan