BMW Z4: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2003 - 2024)

All BMW Z4 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the BMW Z4.

BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
2003 – 2024	All	Timing Chain	Interference

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

2024 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2024 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2024 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2023 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2023 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2023 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2022 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2022 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2022 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2021 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2021 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2021 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2020 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2020 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2020 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2019 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2019 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2019 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2016 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2016 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2016 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2015 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2015 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2015 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2014 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2014 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2014 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2013 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2013 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2013 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2012 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2012 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2011 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2011 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2011 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2010 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2010 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2010 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2009 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2009 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2009 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2008 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2008 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2008 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.2L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2007 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2007 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2007 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.2L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2006 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2006 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2006 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.2L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.5L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2005 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2005 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2005 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.5L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2004 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2004 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2004 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.5L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2003 BMW Z4 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2003 BMW Z4 has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2003 BMW Z4 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.5L	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.