All BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the BMW 328i.
BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainYear | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
---|
2007 to 2016 | All | Timing Chain | Interference |
---|
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.
2016 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2016 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2015 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2015 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2014 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2014 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2013 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2013 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
3.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2012 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2012 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
3.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2011 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2011 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
3.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2010 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2010 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
3.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2009 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2009 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
3.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2008 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2008 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
3.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2007 BMW 328i - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 BMW 328i engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2007 BMW 328i Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
---|
3.0L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
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.
BMW 328i Belt Or Chain Comparisons By Year
Popular Belt Or Chain Models