Re: 95 M3 Engine noise

[Bob Yang <bobyang@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I've and the same problem on my 94 325is. The solution was to replace the
chain tensioner.  The first dealer I took it to said it was normal.  The
second one said it was too loud and replaced the tensioner for me.  Hope
this helps.

Bob
BMWCCA GGC
94 325is sharked


>Date: Thu, 16 Dec 1999 21:52:23 EST 
>From: Porsche1VW@domain.elided 
>Subject: 95 M3 Engine noise
> rercently purchased a 1995 M3. When the engine is cold, after setting for 
>about 3 or 4 hours, it is noisy at about 3000 to 4000 RPM. It sounds a 
li>ttle like a diesel engine or some sort of valve train noise. As soon as 
>the engine warms up the noise goes away and everything seems fine. I am 
>using Casterol Syntec full synthetc oil 5W-50.
I> have been told that this is not unusual for the M3 and that it is related 
t>o either the VANOS system or the timing chain tensioner, and not to worry. 
I> do worry however, and would like to remedy the problem and eliminate the 
>noise. Can anyone help or comment on this.
>Thanks.

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