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BMW 323i: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (1998 - 2000)

Researched By AutoPadre Research Team


All BMW 323i engines have a timing chain and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the BMW 323i.

BMW 323i Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
1998 - 20002.5LTiming ChainInterference

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

BMW 323i Belt Or Chain

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2000 BMW 323i - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2000 BMW 323i has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2000 BMW 323i Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.5LTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

1999 BMW 323i - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1999 BMW 323i has a timing chain and an interference engine.

1999 BMW 323i Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.5LTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

1998 BMW 323i - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1998 BMW 323i has a timing chain and an interference engine.

1998 BMW 323i Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.5LTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime
BMW 323i Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre
BMW 323i Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

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BMW 323i Belt Or Chain By Year