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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINETIMING COMPONENTSTIMING COMPONENT ALIGNMENT MARKSLOCATIONS
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Locations
The procedure for "Checking Camshaft Timing" can be found under Camshaft, Engine Testing and Inspection
The following is taken from "Adjusting camshaft timing (S85)"
Important!
Both inlet and exhaust camshafts can be adjusted in the 1st cylinder firing TDC position.
The procedure for checking timing is different from that for adjusting.
Attach cylinder (1-5) special tools A 11 5 301 11 5 300 Gauge and E 11 5 301 11 5 300 Gauge, secure with bolts (2).
Attach cylinder (6-10) special tools A 11 5 302 11 5 300 Gauge and E 11 5 302 11 5 300 Gauge, secure with bolts (1).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.