Part No.
6997
Instructions
Timing Chain Tool Kit
BMW
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Introduction Applications
This kit provides the essential tools required to check and set the camshaft and crankshaft Manufacturer Model Chassis Type Year Engine
timing on the post 2014 BMW MINI 1.5L 3 cylinder (B37) and 2.0L 4 cylinder (B47) Code Codes
diesel engines. xDrive / 2015 - 19 1.5L d
BMW 1 Series (F20/F21)
• BMW Applications include: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 series and X1, 3, 4, 5 models (from 2014). EfficientDymamics B37 C15A
(F40) 2019 - on B37 D15A
• MINI Applications include: Clubman (F54), Convertible (F57), Mini Hatch (F55/56) from 2014.
(F22/F23) xDrive 2014 - 20
• Equivalent to OEM refs. 11 4 120, 2 347 904, 2 365 488, 2 288 380, 11 8 760, 11 8 740, 2 Series
(F44/F45/F46) 2014 - on
11 8 030.
(F30/F31/F34) xDrive / 2015 - 20
Designed to be use as per OEM instructions. EfficientDymamics
3 Series
(G20/21) xDrive / mhev 2018 - on
Components 4 Series
(F32/F33/F36) xDrive 2015 - 21
(G22/G23) xDrive / mhev 2020 - on
(F10/F11) xDrive 2014 - 17
5 Series
A (G30/31) 2017 - on 2.0L d
xDrive / mhev B47 C20A
6 Series (G32) 2018 - on
B B47 C20B
7 Series (G11/12) 2016 - 19 B47 D20A
X1 (F48) 2015 - 22 B47 D20B
X2 (F39) sDrive / xDrive 2018 - on
(F25) 2014 - 17
X3 sDrive / xDrive / 2017 - on
(G01) mhev
D (F26) xDrive 2014 - 18
X4
(G02) xDrive / mhev 2018 - on
(F15) sDrive / xDrive 2015 - 18
X5
(G05) xDrive 2018 - on
B C
MINI Clubman (F54) One D, Cooper D, 2015 - on 1.5L d
Mini Hatch (F55/F56) Cooper SD 2014 - 20 B37 C15A
Cooper D, 2014 - 20 2.0L d
Convertible (F57) Cooper SD B47 C20A
One D, Cooper D, 2017 - on B47 C20B
F Countryman (F60) Cooper SD
E
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Ref. Code OEM Ref. Description
A C282 11 4 120 Tensioner Locking Pin
B C819 2 357 904 Crankshaft Holding Tool
C C820 2 365 488 Auto Transmission Driveplate Timing Plate
D C821 2 288 380 Manual Transmission Timing Pin
E C530 11 8 760 Camshaft Alignment Tool
11 8 740,
F C532 Fuel Pump Sprocket Removal Tool
11 8 030
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Instructions Instructions
The following instructions are for guidance only. Please refer to OEM derived data such as Component A
the vehicle manufacturers’ own data or Autodata. Used to lock the crankshaft to fuel pump drive chain tensioner in its retracted position
The use of this timing chain tool kit is purely down to the user’s discretion and The Tool as shown.
Connection Ltd. cannot be held responsible for any damage caused whatsoever.
Warning: Hybrid drive vehicles (including PHEV & MHEV):
Where the vehicle is a hybrid electric vehicle there may be a risk of injury due to electric
shock. Please ensure all manufacturers’ safety recommendations are followed at all times
including any relevant HV disconnection processes and the use of appropriate PPE as
specified by the vehicle manufacturer. No liability is accepted by the Tool Connection for
injury or shock to personnel, property or equipment, however caused.
NOTE: Components B
• The timing chains are located at the rear of the engine. Used to lock the crankshaft in its timed position as shown. The transmission and flywheel must
• To use 6997 the engine must be removed from the vehicle and the flywheel removed. first be removed from the engine.
• Ensure the engine timing marks are aligned. ENSURE THE CRANKSHAFT DOWEL PIN IS POSTIONED AS SHOWN
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Components C and D Component F
Used together for 2.0 B47 engines equipped with automatic transmission as shown. Use D on Used to pull the diesel high pressure pump sprocket off the pump to allow replacement of the
its own for vehicles with manual transmission. chains. Remove the sprocket fixing bolt and screw F into the sprocket.
C AND D CAN ONLY BE USED WITH THE FLYWHEEL/DRIVE PLATE IN PLACE.
Automatic Transmission: Remove starter motor and fit C and D as shown.
Manual Transmission
Component E
Used to lock the camshafts in their timed position as shown.
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Safety Warnings - please read
• If the engine has been identified as an • Do not use cleaning fluids on belts,
Interference engine, damage to the engine sprockets or rollers.
will occur if the timing belt has been • Some toothed timing belts are not
damaged. A compression check of all interchangeable. Check the replacement
the cylinders should be taken before the belt has the correct tooth profile.
cylinder head (s) are removed.
• Always mark the belt with the direction of
• Do not turn crankshaft or camshaft when running before removal.
the timing belt/chain has been removed.
• Do not lever or force the belt onto its
• To make turning the engine easier, sprockets.
remove the spark plugs/glow plugs or
• Do not use timing pins to lock the
injectors.
engine when slackening or tightening the
• Observe all tightening torques. crankshaft pulley bolts.
• Do not turn the engine using the camshaft • ALWAYS REFER TO A REPUTABLE
or any other sprocket. MANUFACTURERS WORKSHOP
• Disconnect the battery earth lead (check MANUAL.
Radio code is available).
Our products are designed to be used correctly and with care for the purpose for which they
are intended. No liability is accepted by the Tool Connection for incorrect use of any of our
products, and the Tool Connection cannot be held responsible for any damage to personnel,
property or equipment when using the tools. Incorrect use will also invalidate the warranty.
If applicable, the applications database and any instructional information provided has been
designed to offer general guidance for a particular tool’s use and while all attention is given
to the accuracy of the data no project should be attempted without referring first to the
manufacturer’s technical documentation (workshop or instruction manual) or the use of a
recognised authority such as Autodata.
It is our policy to continually improve our products and thus we reserve the right to alter
specifications and components without prior notice. It is the responsibility of the user to
ensure the suitability of the tools and information prior to their use.
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