Timing Chain Tensioner for BMW 5 Series E39 (1996-2003)

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The timing chain tensioner is vital to maintaining not only proper timing, but the life of the chain itself. Generally these will need to be replaced before the chain itself goes bad. Be sure to change yours at the proper intervals to avoid failure.
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BMW M50 M52 M54 Timing Chain Tensioner Assembly is a crucial component designed to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of your BMW engine's timing chain system. This high-quality assembly is engineered to meet or exceed OEM standards, providing reliable and consistent tension to your timing chain.

  • Complete Assembly: Includes a brand new piston, cylinder, spring, and washer, providing all necessary components for a comprehensive replacement.
  • Enhanced Engine Performance: Ensures proper timing chain tension, reducing engine noise and preventing timing chain slack.
  • OEM Quality: Manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications for durability and reliability.
  • Easy Installation: Designed for a straightforward replacement process, ensuring a secure fit and reliable operation.
  • Prevents Engine Damage: Maintains proper tension to protect engine components from excessive wear and potential damage.

Upgrade your BMW with the BMW M50 M52 M54 Timing Chain Tensioner Assembly to enhance engine performance and reliability.

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Genuine BMW Chain Tensioner -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E34,E36,E39,E46,E53 X5,E83 X3,E85

Fits BMW Engines including:
M50,M52,M54,M56,S52

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This is an OEM INA Timing Chain Tensioner. Keeping pressure on the timing chain, this keeps the chain from slipping teeth and causing the timing to be off, potentially leading to engine damage. 

OEM Schaeffler (INA, LuK, & FAG) is an engineering company that focuses on high-performance, precision manufacturing. With their individual brands INA, Luk, and FAG providing exceptionally high quality parts directly to BMW, as well as countless other automotive companies, their history of reliability and variety of offered parts makes Schaeffler a go-to replacement parts provider for all of us here at Turner Motorsport.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

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Febi Upper Timing Chain Tensioner - E34, E36, E39, E46, E53, E60 ...
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Guide used to tension the timing chain

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Located in the timing cover and is removable without dis-assembly. This item fits the following BMWs: 1993-1995 E34 BMW 530i 540i 1997-2003 E39 BMW 540i 1988-1994 E32 BMW 740i 740il 1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 1990-1999 E31 BMW 840i 840ci 2000-2003 E53 BMW X5 4.4i X5 4.6is 2000-2003 E52 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster
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This Genuine BMW timing chain tensioner piston mounts at the bottom of the timing system. Over time this piston seals can fail causing the timing chain to become slack. This can initally lead to excess valve train noise and over timeit can damage the other timing components. Replace the timing chain tensioner on your S62 V8 engine today.

When doing any sort of repair or maintenance there is no replacement for genuine factory parts. Turner Motorsport carries the Genuine BMW brand with pride and has the parts you need to complete your next project with confidence.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2003 E39 BMW M5
2000-2003 E52 BMW Z8 Roadster
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Guide used to tension the timing chain

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Used for cylinders 5-8

Genuine BMW Camshaft Timing Chain Tensioner - M62 4.4L M62 4.6L ...
For vehicles with production date from 09/1998
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Genuine BMW Camshaft Timing Chain Tensioner - M62 4.4L M62 4.6L ...
For vehicles with production date from 09/1998
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Febi Tensioner Piston
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This piston is housed by the cylinder and spring for the lower tensioner


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Genuine BMW Chain Tensioner - Zyl.5-8
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E39 M5,E39

Fits BMW Engines including:
S62

Febi Timing Chain Tensioner Rail - Lower Right - E31, E38, E39, E53 ...
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Used on bank 1 to provide tension to the timing chain
Febi Camshaft Timing Chain Tensioner - E31, E38, E39, E53
For vehicles with production date from 09/1998
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CHAIN TENSIONER 11311435027 Manufactured by Febi


Febi Camshaft Timing Chain Tensioner - E31, E38, E39, E53
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CHAIN TENSIONER 11311435026 Manufactured by Febi


OEM INA Camshaft Timing Chain Tensioner -- E39 E38 E53 E52 m62 ...
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This is an OEM INA Timing Chain Tensioner. Keeping pressure on the timing chain, this keeps the chain from slipping teeth and causing the timing to be off, potentially leading to engine damage. 

OEM Schaeffler (INA, LuK, & FAG) is an engineering company that focuses on high-performance, precision manufacturing. With their individual brands INA, Luk, and FAG providing exceptionally high quality parts directly to BMW, as well as countless other automotive companies, their history of reliability and variety of offered parts makes Schaeffler a go-to replacement parts provider for all of us here at Turner Motorsport.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

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Genuine BMW Piston -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E34,E36,E39,E46,E53 X5,E83 X3,E85

Fits BMW Engines including:
M50,M52,M54,M56

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Genuine BMW Chain Tensioner - Zyl.1-4
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E39 M5,E39

Fits BMW Engines including:
S62

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This guide is used to provide tension to the timing chain, but it wears over time. These plastic tensioners also become brittle with time and mileage, usually cracking and/or breaking completely. A common sign of worn timing chain components is noise from the timing chain area.
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Genuine BMW Cylinder -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E34,E36,E39,E46,E53 X5,E83 X3,E85

Fits BMW Engines including:
M50,M52,M54,M56

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Genuine BMW Bolt -
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E34,E36,E39

Fits BMW Engines including:
M50,M52,S52

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Guide used to tension the timing chain This item fits the following BMW Chassis: E34,E36,E39,E46,E53 X5,E83 X3,E85 Fits BMW Engines including: M50,M52,M54,M56,S52