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2023 BMW X3 sDrive30i
Camshafts -- Repair (G01)
2023 BMW X3 sDrive30iSECTION Camshafts -- Repair (G01)
- 11 31 Camshaft
- 11 31... Notes on checking and adjusting the timing (X3 4-cyl. models including PHEV, 2018-2022)
- 11 31 005 Check the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 005 Check the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 005 Check the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 M40i, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 005 Check the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 M40i, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 005 Check the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 xDrive 30e PHEV)
- 11 31 025 Removing and installing/replacing intake camshaft (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 025 Removing and installing/replacing intake camshaft (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 025 Removing and installing/replacing intake camshaft (X3 M40i, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 025 Removing and installing/replacing intake camshaft (X3 M40i, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 025 Removing and installing/replacing intake camshaft (X3 xDrive 30e PHEV)
- 11 31 028 Removing and installing/replacing exhaust camshaft (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 028 Removing and installing/replacing exhaust camshaft (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 028 Removing and installing/replacing exhaust camshaft (X3 M40i, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 028 Removing and installing/replacing exhaust camshaft (X3 M40i, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 028 Removing and installing/replacing exhaust camshaft (X3 xDrive 30e PHEV)
- 11 31 052 Replacing both timing chains (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 051 Replacing the timing chain (AWD) (X3 xDrive 30i, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 051 Replacing the timing chain (RWD) (X3 sDrive 30i, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 052 Replacing both timing chains (X3 M40i, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 051 Replacing the timing chain (X3 M40i, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 051 Replacing the timing chain (X3 xDrive 30e PHEV)
- 11 31 090 Remove and install/replace chain tensioner piston (X3 sDrive/xDrive 30i and X3 M40i, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 090 Remove and install/replace chain tensioner piston (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 090 Remove and install/replace chain tensioner piston (X3 M40i, 2020-2022)
- 11 31 090 Remove and install/replace chain tensioner piston (X3 xDrive 30e PHEV)
- 11 31 505 Adjusting the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 505 Adjusting the timing of the camshaft (X3 4-cyl. models except PHEV, 2020-2022)
- Adjust the timing of the camshaft
- Installing the VANOS central valve of the exhaust camshaft adjuster
- Installing the VANOS central valve of the intake adjuster
- Pre-tensioning the timing chain with the special tool
- Tightening the VANOS central valve of the intake adjuster
- Tightening the VANOS central valve of the exhaust camshaft adjuster
- 11 31 505 Adjusting the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 M40i, 2018-2019)
- 11 31 505 Adjusting the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 M40i, 2020-2022)
- Adjust the timing of the camshaft
- Installing the VANOS central valve of the exhaust camshaft adjuster
- Installing the VANOS central valve of the intake adjuster
- Pre-tensioning the timing chain with the special tool
- Tightening the VANOS central valve of the exhaust camshaft adjuster
- Tightening the VANOS central valve of the intake adjuster
- 11 31 505 Adjusting the timing of the camshaft(s) (X3 xDrive 30e PHEV)
- Adjust the timing of the camshaft
- Installing the VANOS central valve of the exhaust camshaft adjuster
- Installing the VANOS central valve of the intake adjuster
- Pre-tensioning the timing chain with the special tool
- Tightening the VANOS central valve of the intake adjuster
- Tightening the VANOS central valve of the exhaust camshaft adjuster
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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.