BMW N47 / N57 Crankshaft Pulley Replacement

[@PAZAK13]

Thanks George. The mechanic wanted to charge me almost 500 Euros only for the crankshaft pulley. I'll save a lot of money!

[@seniorbob5541]

Hi. Another good video. My N47 engine, E60/ 5 series crank pulley is all cracked (121.000 miles). I'll get it changed next weekend. Waiting for autodoc to deliver the parts. Corteco crank pulley + Gates belt kit. Removing the crank bolts with impact tool is the best tip. Otherwise you have to buy a special tool which costs £80 or you can ruin your timing chain if you spin the crankshaft the other way. Thank you George. Keep it like that.

[@bavers1460]

My daughters 1 Series crank pulley completely disintegrated recently, wish I had come across this video, before we had it recovered to an inde, could have saved loads. Thanks George for a well formated video. 👍

[@developer2023]

How much did a replacement cost?

[@2Drezik]

Doing the same job tomorrow, pulley totally failed at 270k km. One thing tho, you can get a Gates 'micro-v kit' with the tensioners and belt, wich will save you about 35euros. 👍 Superb video and job, thank you !

[@edoardopassera]

For pulleys I only use INA components, the crank pulley I use only corteco on BMWs (since they make the oem one and the part number got revised). For belts only continental, never had a problem with these brands.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Yep i've never had a problem with Gates bro!

[@bilbobagins1653]

shop that ive ordered from those parts are just the same manufacturer as u said, the seller suggested me to get ina corteco and continental belt

[@nathanbrady1763]

Put my 2011 N47 in today for chain replacement at 108000miles and the mechanic sent me pic of the crank pulley cracked all around in a circle basically😂 I remembered in another one of your videos you mentioned the pulley should be changed too on n47s😁

[@fuegen9339]

Hey George, any tips for doing the 120 degrees without the pulley moving? Thanks

[@salimbr2032]

This video helped me alot since I have the exact same car and needed to replace the exact same parts, can't thank you enough

[@GeorgeAusters]

Welcome bro!

[@HarleyN93]

the e92 n47 access is actually really good tbh

[@ozarkdaredevils]

Thank you from the middle of the US ..... I going to get this ordered !

[@MyJarrus]

I can tell this guy never wants to have a breakdown as he just made his car bulletproof

[@GeorgeAusters]

Hahaha breaking down is no fun!

[@minhajuddin6607]

George Austers my crankshaft pulley broke on saturday😭😭😭😭

[@OH8EFI]

@@minhajuddin6607 Nothing makes your day better than crankshaft pulley flying loose when starting the car to go from work to home

[@GeorgeAusters]

Should have replaced it before it failed👍🏻

[@OH8EFI]

@@GeorgeAusters Yep. Didn't recognize symptoms, just high pitched rawl when revving engine. And that I guessed to be a bearing somewhere. And it actually was a tensioner bearing. But recalling back, I did have exessive engine shake. But not too bad to be honest. Symptoms sneaked up so slowly that I didn't notice it early enough. I just changed all and it was about 20min job. Than you for superb video! Had to do it in the open in field so all tool sizes, torques etc. were nice to have! Straight forward job.

[@LETHALAPOLLOGAMING]

after watching 3 or 4 videos of this Task being done yours has given me the confidence to do the Job im quite handy i only need to see something once to do it normally but being my first time changing the Belt and in my case as far as i know the tensioner i was worried incase i break my car but its getting bad and needs doing probably idler too and now im 99% i can do the Job myself instead of the 140 pound plus parts i was quoted Thanks

[@GeorgeAusters]

Good luck!

[@andreykins]

On an 'after' video engine is almost stand still, no shaking comparing to 'before'. I am thinking this is either because engine was warm, or an old crank pulley was in such a bad condition that it transferred a lot of vibration.

[@carpathia808]

Did you lock the flywheel while doing this? Is it necessary?

[@GeorgeAusters]

No I didn’t.. helpful if you have an impact wrench to undo

[@ef293]

Hi, Pleas help me. Can you answer me, I don't have an angle wrench, only a torque wrench. How much is 120° on the torque wrench

[@darrencable7658]

Great video here mate. I’ve just got a 123d and it got a funny vibration but only when I’m sitting at the lights. Goes away as soon as I pull off. Maybe I should be changing all theses parts just for my own peach or mind. Keep up the good work bro.

[@piovo1]

Does it also sound like a dmf going bad?

[@mohdanuarismail4348]

Hi George, Like your videos. 1) why would u tighten the bolt after u have fit the belt? 2) what if i accidently tighten the bolt using an impact?

[@Pecyn82]

I did on my 2016 lci 320d gearbox stop shaking and engine sound smoother

[@johnphipa]

Hi George - when you torqued the crankshaft pulley up, how did you prevent the pulley from rotating - or with the offset bolts does it not rotate when you are doing this?

[@abaidmughal1]

Hi Phil, I just did my today and had the problem of crankshaft rotating when tighting the torque to 120 deg. So used a impact wrench with offset bolt/socket to slowly tighten the bolts by 120 deg. No rotation of crankshaft and made the job so much easier. No locking tools required.

[@bevis71]

If manual - put a car in gear. Not sure if possible on automatic tho :>

[@bapmic5608]

Good day, Thanks for the Video, i would like to know why they Crank Shaft wobbles when not mounted Could you make a video about the Wobbling of the Crank Shaft.

[@choppingboard650]

Nice job. It's just a shame you didn't show in the video how to do the second stage (120°)

[@mohamedabderrahmane6089]

Hi, can you make a video to show how to remove the glow plugs on n47 engine without breaking them? thank you. Mohamed ( from France)

[@GeorgeAusters]

Already done my friend👍🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZyugminm5V0haM

[@ricardasr32]

I set up my tool to torque for crank pulley bolts but Im really afraid that bolts will get overtightened and will eat threads away how many chances for this to happen cause even doing by hand it feels like it might become lose lol

[@ryanwhyte795]

How do you get your cars through the mot without egr valve mate I always wanted to do mine but know mine would be found

[@UsmanAli-ew9dm]

Can a bad crank pulley cause the timing chain to make a noise I’m sure a floppy pulley can slighting knock of timing?

[@TheLoneRanger1992]

Hi mate I have n47 my crankshaft pulley is all cracked should I change all pulleys or just the crank one? Also if not changed straight away due work and time can it wreck other parts of engine?

[@Toob41]

Nice one George. You make it look so easy!

[@Andyme-z7s]

Another great vid George, how did you prevent the crank from rotating when doing the 40Nm torque and final 120 degree rotation? Cheers

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@Andyme-z7s I just left it in 6th gear and just about managed it.. you can lock the flywheel with a locking pin if you want though

[@Andyme-z7s]

Thanks mate.. your reply is very much appreciated :)

[@sergiodriftdrift]

Hi i lost my pulley and drove about 20 minutes and it started to get hot do you think i could have braked something

[@bevis71]

4:33 Yes... 118d/E87 if you don't have Chinese hands - remove fan. 1x screw on the side/top of fan assembly (driver side in UK), 1x electrical plug to unplug right on the top (you cannot miss it), then on the passenger side there's a clip/latch holding fan to radiator just about half way between top and bottom - just hold it with one finger then pull fan assembly UP - difficulty level 0. Oh.... and to do that all you have to take out air filter box as it's blocking access to the screw... 2x10mm socket for the box and 1x flat screw to release the pipe. Total time spend for disassembly airbox+fan+crankshaft pulley - 30minutes. Replacement should come tomorrow so still not sure how long reassembly will take! PEACE

[@bevis71]

Update: Reasembly - same +/- 30min ;). Only difficulty is putting a belt back on when you're alone. Gearbox on neutral + belt on all wheels apart from alternator - easiest to access as on the top - tensioner FULL clockwise then wigle the belt on the alternator pulley - yes it's tight but twist pulley left/right on repeat and it will pop back where it was.

[@bevis71]

Update 2: Wednesday - crankshaft pulley melterd, Sunday - starter motor gone xD. BMW

[@1gazzarobbo]

i have a really bad noise from that area dont know if its the tensioner or the crankshaft pulley shall just change both

[@Milchenx3]

hello, my 120d e82 from 2012 has a servo oil reservoir. What do I have to pay attention to when buying?

[@JonniH18]

Love the video’s. Been really helpful on my N47 a bit of preventative maintenance. One question I have bought blanking plates for my EGR will I be fine doing this as I may not be getting my car remapped for another month or two. Or do I do this just before getting my car remapped? Thanks

[@remaptuning1598]

JonniH18 getting car remapped is a must

[@JonniH18]

Remap Tuning I will be getting my car remapped but it was the period inbetween of removing the EGR and then getting my car remapped will probably be a month, is that fine?

[@remaptuning1598]

JonniH18 no it’s not fine your engine light will come on , the egr is electronically controlled remap is a must

[@JonniH18]

Remap Tuning was just asking for the advice as I didn’t know.......

[@dcog2882]

Hello mate same car but when I'm trying to remove the 4 bolts from pulley it's turning the pulley so I can't break the bolts free ?

[@mickrobo6073]

Same problem hear the guy doesn’t explain about how you stop the engine turning trying to release the 4 bolts🤷🏼

[@antisocialriderz2689]

drill bit 👌

[@1gazzarobbo]

Hi George how do you lock the crank to take out and tighten the four bolts ?

[@joseluisMartin]

Hi George, to remove the 4 screws, do I need to lock the crankshaft? if yes, how I should do that, Thank you.

[@GeorgeAusters]

You can install a flywheel locking pin to lock the crankshaft👍🏻

[@joseluisMartin]

@@GeorgeAusters Thanks mate

[@абонирайтесезаЛилианачкова]

Hi George I want to ask you my car is not charging the battery what could it bebmv e87 118d

[@UsmanAli-ew9dm]

So the parts provided in the description will also fit my e90 BMW 320d 2010 184bhp model ?

[@arturzajac8291]

Hi , where i can find the the numeric of fasteners bolts should do ?like what power to use on dynamometer please ,any tabels for show ......idle , tensioner pulley,and crank shaft in n57,530d f11bmw if you don't mind share this info

[@cristianhudrea9223]

Hello, from where do you know how much torque to put unto bolts and nuts when using the torque wrench? I, for one, can't find such details. Thanks in advance!

[@tomcat2512]

Why you didn't change the water pump along with as it has same access in the area?

[@GeorgeAusters]

No need. These water pumps are not a common failure point on these engines, never seen one fail. Very easy to replace if I need to👍🏻

[@coventrycity7308]

Done mine today, no need to remove fans or undertrays, abit tight but manageable. I used the holding tool so never needed a impact gun. Mine is a 118D 2010 Auto so no locking the engine via putting in gear😒

[@GeorgeAusters]

Glad to hear you got it done!

[@joshuaschliebe3407]

Going to be attempting this on the weekend🙌🏽thank you for the video!

[@GeorgeAusters]

Good luck!

[@4432andy]

Hi does it make a difference if you torque your crankshaft pulley before you put the belt on? Or does the belt need to be on before it’s torqued up?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Doesn't matter

[@thutopesa5548]

Anyone know the socket size for the 6 bolts on the damper pulley for a F30 2012.

[@ravivarman5618]

Hi George, I love your videos... simple and straight forward .. I have got a BMW320 ED 2011 , I don't know its an E46 or E90 .. Can you please guide me to change the coolant. I dont know how to drain the coolant from the engine without starting the engine , Also how to get the air out of the engine without starting the engine, Please...

[@kuzerman]

Does the original pulley have any marks about what brand is it? Because I've heard Corteco delivers this part to BMW factory. In russian owners forum many people discuss this issue and say that no matter what substitute you use (Corteco, FEBI, Gates etc) it goes 50000km +/-, nothing compared to original BMW pulley

[@GeorgeAusters]

The original crankshaft pulley is BMW

[@karatist79]

corteco is the same as bmw. you can see that bmw logo was removed from it. so its the same part. as yes- russian forums are great.

[@davidlong4678]

Wish I saw this before, I fitted Corteco and it failed again in 12 months

[@antonychadburn1404]

Keep up the good work. Question for you, I had squeal on steering almost immediately so changed belt, tensioner, fluid and bled it and hydraulic power steering pump but it still squeals and makes a knocking sound only heard from the cockpit. Soon as I switch on the A/C the sound has gone. Any advice?

[@danyelmadalin3914]

Thx for the specs of Nm for 1 series

[@TiagoogaiT89]

Hello George, I've installed a "Continental" cranckshaft pully on my E91, and the damm thing squeak all the time. The belt and tensioner are new, so, not from that. My mechanic said that, I have eard and seen others "Continental" pulleys giving problems and came deffective. Do you recommend any other brand who os good like OEM and no history off problems? Thanks for the help, congrats from Portugal🇵🇹

[@GeorgeAusters]

The one I installed in this video, it’s linked in thr description

[@markcaulfield6449]

Awesome guide George! My E60 N47 520d is an automatic, anyway off locking crank pulley to remove the 4 bolts?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Flywheel locking pin

[@markcaulfield6449]

@@GeorgeAusters thanks buddy, will have a look for this

[@imtheonlyG]

Another Great Video👍. A quick question for you, when the crankshaft pulley starts to rattle around does it need to be replaced straight ASAP or can you continue driving I. E will it become worse or snap.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Try and inspect it to check for cracking, however sometimes it's hard to see the cracking until its ready to tear off

[@mata1133]

How did you lock the CS pulley not to turn when tightening to 80-90nm?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Having the belt on and holding it with my hand was enough👍🏻

[@justboyjustboy2681]

Do i have to lock crank or not before removing pulley?

[@GeorgeAusters]

No you don’t

[@eb4753]

​@@GeorgeAusters thank you for your reply. So if the pulley spins a bit while trying to remove it its not an issue? Or better to use impact gun?

[@timjenkins3971]

Hi there mine seems to have a different tensioner to the one on the video and also has a torx head bolt holding it on

[@car_guy]

Mine just snapped, i have to order for the crank pully which can take 2 weeks, is there a 1 first aid so that i can get this thing moving am stuck upcountry

[@GeorgeAusters]

No you need to replace the pulley BEFORE it fails like in this video👍🏻

[@simo8295]

Dear George, How to block the crankshaft pulley to avoid to turn when unscrew or tight the 4 bolts? I have also automatic gear box. thanks for your reply Regards

[@Blakezc]

I want to know

[@linli1698]

I think you need to buy a crankshaft pulley locking tool to lock it.

[@simo8295]

@@linli1698 hi 👋🏼 thanks for your message. Have you a link where to buy this tool ? Thanks 🙏

[@linli1698]

@@simo8295 This is for the tool to rotate the pulley www.ebay.co.uk/itm/383753505505 And this is the tool to lock the pulley www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CRANKSHAFT-CRANK-TOOL-FOR-BMW-N47-N57-LATE-MINI-ENGINES-11-7-220-OEM-EQUIV/361637412115 I bought them, but neither has arrived yet. Here is a video to give an idea on how they are used kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3eUkKmYd9WLiZI One thing to note: DO NOT ROTATE THE PULLEY COUNTER CLOCKWISE!!!!. It may damage your timing system.

[@simo8295]

@@linli1698 thank you 🙏

[@jamessummers4181]

Great video once again. tensioner pulley is as noisy as your was! Am I safe using my impact driver for removing pulley bolts. Just concerned about crankshaft spinning, is it ok to use impact without locking? I’m not sure how I would lock it. Any suggestions very welcome.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Yes you are!

[@jamessummers4181]

Thanks mate. Final question, do you know what the torque specs are on the crank pulley for final torque?

[@sujeet6635]

@@GeorgeAusters will i be able to use impact on a AUTO e60 too without locking it? CHEERS

[@mickrobo6073]

You don’t explain how you stop the pulley from turning round when you’re turning the four bolts on undoing them. ? I’m trying to do the four bolts and the pulley just keeps turning the engine thank you.

[@GeorgeAusters]

An impact wrench is your best friend👍🏻

[@mickrobo6073]

@@GeorgeAusters I managed it mate. managed to lodge thin wide end Spanner a between that two cut outs and I found a a could undo them when it was at its most top dead centre with the compression ..all done now ..thank you …good video by the way well explained👌🏼

[@salam7376]

Hi George, one of my fuel injectors on my, e60 lci 520d 2008, has gone. Do I need to get the exact same make and exact same part no. , to replace it please ? And Can I replace just that one bad fuel injector, or do I need to change all four of them ? Also the part no. I've found from realoem is, Part 13537797877 , which fits other models too. Could you please let me know your thoughts. Many thanks.

[@lukeuk7212]

My belt through itself off on start up the other day, didn't realise until 7 miles after getting home, looked inside and crankshaft pulley is at an angle, will my engine be ok?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Pulley probably needs replacing

[@lukeuk7212]

@George Austers yeah it's strange because I was thinking about having it replaced a month or so ago, then this happens lol, the crankshaft pulley is definitely at fault , do you know if it would of potentially done any damage to engine or crankshaft? Thanks for the reply

[@craiggardner367]

Another great informative video keek up the great content 🤙

[@GeorgeAusters]

Cheers Craig👍🏻

[@DynodazeHondaTuners]

Awesome

[@GeorgeAusters]

Cheers mate

[@simo8295]

Dear George, Would you please advise me the reference of your impact driver (dewalt) and also about the adapter 1/2’´! Thanks very much!

[@GeorgeAusters]

This is the impact wrench I use: amzn.to/2T4igdi

[@simo8295]

George Austers thank you 🙏

[@kylekane8275]

When you tighten up to the 40nm what does the 120 degrees extra mean

[@GeorgeAusters]

Extra 120 degrees of a turn

[@kylekane8275]

@@GeorgeAusters Thanks George.i owe you a 10quid coffee ☕on pateron for the help..your Well worth it💯... also the 4 crankshaft pulley bolts are they a only one time use? I purchased a new pulley but it didn't come with new bolts? Am I right in saying you said the 40nm +120degrees is equivalent to aprox 80nm, I don't think I'm getting mine tight enough or they are coming lose because since I changed the pulley im getting an awful noise from the tensioner like a shriek/ticking squelch it doesn't go away by spraying pulleys with a little water ,I can get the noise to go if I turn the size16 tensioner bolt slightly to the left as is to loosen it while the engine is running , so I changed the tensioner thinking it was it & new belt but the sound is still there only at low rpm or when the steering is fully locked and you tap the accelerator, do you know what size those crank bolts are? Or is there any different/upgraded ones I can use?

[@kaisslash5970]

you are exceptional, you know everything, how can i become like you? I want to maintain my car myself.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Just takes hands on experience and research my friend!

[@pasy]

Does it mean that if I don't have a Degree-Tool, I can simply do first 40 NM then 80-90 NM?

[@Vlad_H]

I understood 19 NM

[@mcplutt]

@@Vlad_H nooo

[@PoppinPortraits]

Beautiful job. More nice tight components added to her!

[@GeorgeAusters]

Cheers mate👍🏻

[@PoppinPortraits]

George Austers got my belt fitted. Literally 5 mins on mine thank Jeez, no tensioner pulley to loosen as it’s spring loaded so only had to slide a pin through a hole to hold it back. Fitted my new awkward coolant flange/pipe and only had to raise the manifold inlet 4 inches to get at the hidden hex screw so left injectors etc connected. Couldn’t believe how clean the ports are inside as only a fine oily layer present with no coke build up at all, I only do long journeys in the main so that could be the reason it’s stayed clean! I wouldn’t have been able to do it without your tutorial vids pal so thanks again!!!!

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@PoppinPortraits Good stuff! As always mate, my pleasure

[@boxinggloves87]

Hi George. Well done job mate. Im going to replace turbo to my f31 318d. I just cannot find the torque manual for the screws :/ do u know where I can find it please???

[@GeorgeAusters]

ISTA

[@madara7859]

Did you lock your flywheel?

[@brodiehaward]

Does the engine cover keep the egr completely hidden? Ive heard that if an mot tester can see it is missing you will be failed, however he cannot take off any covers to inspect it.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Pretty much. I’ve never even had my bonnet lifted on an MOT👍🏻

[@mcplutt]

Or you could make a dummy 😊

[@mrme1133]

Hi george, great channel wondering if you can help me with diagnosing a whining noise. When i remove the belt the noise goes away, so deffo pulley related, i have changed the alternator but noise is still there. Rest of the pulleys are smooth. The noise i can best describe is like when you have an electric interferince with a radio, but mines in the belt area. What do recommend to check of replace. My car also has the electric rack

[@mrme1133]

Update: It was the alternator on its way out

[@GeorgeAusters]

Glad you got it sorted!

[@mrme1133]

@@GeorgeAusters yes all done a while ago now moved on to m57 e90 love watching ur vids. All the best for 2022

[@hyposez1129]

Question are serpentine belt and drive by the same things? And when engine gets running why do you need crankshaft pulley if crankshaft is making power by itself or is crankshaft moving the belt to power like altenetor and so?

[@danielloughney]

Hey George. Great information in your videos. Had my crankshaft pulley replaced about a week ago and now I have noticed oil leaking behind the pulley. Could this have been caused by the new pulley being fitted or is the oil seal known to fail. Just seems coincidental? Cheers

[@OH8EFI]

Did you solve it already? Some people do change the seal behind it at the same time the crank pulley is changed

[@GeorgeAusters]

May have damaged the front main seal

[@German_engines]

Hi George, got all my parts to do exactly this job but can't undo the crank pulley as it's moving when I try to undo it, any help appreciated pal on how I can stop it rotate??

[@GeorgeAusters]

Either an impact wrench or crankshaft pulley locking tool

[@German_engines]

@@GeorgeAusters thanks mate, any impact recommendation? Cheers

[@nathanbrady1763]

Is it normal for a new crank pulley and fan belt to make a slight squeek noise just on start up? Mine does it for 2 weeks now since replaced but only on warm starts

[@GeorgeAusters]

Did you buy the same parts I installed?

[@nathanbrady1763]

@@GeorgeAusters no I didnt buy parts myself the mechanics did

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@nathanbrady1763 They may have used a cheap pulley

[@nathanbrady1763]

@@GeorgeAusters hi George I checked now got my mate to start it the noise when the engine starts its coming from the alternator and looks luke the alternator jumps abit(dunno if thats normal) but the noise is from there

[@sujeet6635]

Hi george, is it a same procedure for auto? Or Do i need to lock flywheel to tighten the bolts, i just got myself an impact wrench cheers

[@abaidmughal1]

Use the torque wrench to tighten the bolts to 40 torque, then put a offset angle socket with impact wrench to slowly further tighter the bolts by 120 degrees. Many thanks George for your video, really helped my replace the pulley on my car today.

[@Bp_u284-9]

Does anyone know how to lock the crankshaft on an auto as it just spins when trying to torque the bolts. Been looking for the correct tool for the n47 but had no joy so far

[@GeorgeAusters]

Have you installed the belt?

[@Bp_u284-9]

@@GeorgeAusters I have mate yeah. Managed to sus it (I do not recommend this as I an due to change the alternator soon) but what I did was have a t50 on the alternator bolt; holding that still, while torquing the crankshaft pulley down. Dodgy!

[@jaimeberrocal8288]

Hey, George. Is gates better than Febi Bilstein? thanks and good video, mate.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Both similar quality

[@alz722]

Does removing the EGR system effect emissions for the MOT?

[@alz722]

So will it fail an MOT? Would you have to replace the egr system for the MOT test?

[@nastastic]

Hey George, I tried to use a long Allen Key to lock the tensioner in place but I doesn't seem to grab anything in the hole when I stick it in. Did you have this issue? I can't get the belt on as it's too tight. Do you have any other suggestions or tips?

[@GeorgeAusters]

No need to lock it in place, just use a breaker bar

[@nastastic]

@@GeorgeAusters I tried that today but I found it very hard to get it in at an angle to push the tensioner. I was on my own so I'll try with the help of my nephew

[@jiyanad82]

Did you lock the flywheel in order to loosen the damper pully? You don't show that. Pully bolts cannot be loosen without locking the flywheel.

[@GeorgeAusters]

They can be loosened with an impact wrench

[@v1vmol]

I have a 2011 BMW X1 X20D with the n47 engine, would the parts be the same in my case ?

[@markwhite2156]

Another great video. Definitely a little job added to my list 🙌

[@GeorgeAusters]

Cheers Mark

[@johnthompson4969]

Any ideas how to hold the crank on a 5 series e61 auto tourer. My Crank shaft rubber has disintegrated and I cant get theae bolts out manually Thanks

[@johnthompson4969]

I managed to get it done. Thank you for the video, it really made it easy for me.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Sorry for late reply, good stuff man. Glad I could help👍🏻

[@sujeet6635]

@@johnthompson4969 hi could you tell me how you managed to remove on auto car with four bolts, cheers,

[@damiangrabowski2104]

I had Gates after 30,000 km had micro cracks. Now I have Contitech already over 50,000 and like new

[@GeorgeAusters]

I've always used gates and never had a problem

[@damiangrabowski2104]

@@GeorgeAustersI used Gates at Audi and there was no problem either. And here in bmw something like this occurred, maybe it was just flawed ... ps. good job as always Bro

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@damiangrabowski2104 Thanks mate

[@joshcatalano5127]

Hi mate, I’m hearing a noise on my n47 been about 2 months I have been hearing it now sounds a bit like a flat wheel (it’s not) iv checked for screws etc in tyres nothing in, it’s a bit like a flapping noise been told could be prop shaft or crankshaft bearing maybe? Any ideas at all? Hear it more when the car is slowing down or coming to a stop after driving

[@majidrahman9055]

Did you find out what it is

[@joshcatalano5127]

Majid Rahman apparently it was my gearbox one of the cogs had a tooth broke an it was causing the noise an eventually it would of completely broke so I bought a part worn gearbox as I couldn’t get new an had it fitted an noise has gone so must have been that I don’t know how the mechanic knew it was that but anyway all good still 2 months later

[@marcusscullin4832]

Hi George, Thanks for the video, very well explained and easy follow😊. I am attempting to change the crankshaft pulley on my own 2008 520d but the bolts were rusted in and the pulley turned a little whilst trying to open the 4 bolts... Will this cause timing issues? Thanks, Marcus.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Not recommended to turn the engine backwards

[@marcusscullin4832]

@@GeorgeAusters Thanks George, I'll get the timing checked.

[@jaimeberrocal8288]

How can I lock the crankshaft? i was thinking about unbolting it with a ratchet

[@jiyanad82]

By using a flywheel locker pin.

[@simo8295]

Hi Dear George, Thanks for your interesting video. Could you please give me link or document where to find nm tightening torque (nm)? Thanks to you very much. Regards Simo

[@abaidmughal1]

I got the torque settings for my E90 320d from ISTA+. Search for Vibration Damper in ISTA+. On my N47 engine it was 40 Nm torque followed by further 120 deg bold tighting. This can be done easly with a offset angle socket and impact wrench.

[@simo8295]

@@abaidmughal1 thank you very much

[@bodobendonjic5188]

hello, I didn't understand the best, how many kilos the crankshaft tightens

[@mcplutt]

40 Nm + 1/3 of a turn.

[@bodobendonjic5188]

@@mcplutt tnx

[@johnbeckwith7279]

Hi George - great video - you do make it look easy friend! - how long did that take in total? It seemed like 30-40 mins. I have an E61 2008 LCI with low CO2 and am hearing noises from the AC compressor (Denso 6SBU14C) both the pulley bearing and the clutch when engaged. I have 2 questions; (1) I am assuming yours checked out ok? (2) Do you happen to know where I could obtain a kit to fix up my compressor drive? Thanks in advance, and keep up the fine work, you are clearly very experienced. John.

[@nonsheep5823]

Help george !! I'm working on 320d e90 2011, 184hp changing serpentine belt, ordered gates micro v belt set, original belt only has v grooves 1 side, new kit is Vd both sides and when fitted and tensioner released , new thicker belt touches, must I fit the new pulley tensioner and slave pulley (which are both slightly smaller circumference wheels) ?? Please advice bud

[@hamityaman5537]

Are these parts fully compatible with the e90 320d?

[@GeorgeAusters]

If an N47 yes

[@problemslayer3538]

Hello George. These videos are class. Im actually looking at a 318D Touring M sport on a 2011 plate. 72k on the clock. Is it worth getting the newer model 2013 onwards or are these worth taking a chance on? Was the 2.0 diesel unit changed for 2013? Ive heard bmw addressed the timing chain problem in a certain year but cant get any concrete evidence. Any guidance would be appreciated.

[@General87Lee]

Great video as always George 👍 I used this to refer to when doing my crank pulley at the weekend, very helpful. Does the orientation of the 2 cutouts on the outer rim of the metal centre matter when fitting the new part? After replacing mine I realised they were at a different orientation to the old part and forgot to check before torquing the bolts up. Can't see a reason why it would matter personally, but always best to check I guess

[@GeorgeAusters]

No mate as long as the bolt holes line up👍🏻

[@General87Lee]

@@GeorgeAusters happy days, cheers for the reply mate 👍 Here's to the next job 🍻 front shocks, springs and drop links for me this weekend

[@GeorgeAusters]

Haha have fun, how long did the originals last?

[@General87Lee]

@@GeorgeAusters just over 130k. However, I suspect they're not the originals as its a Alpina D3 Biturbo and should have Bilstein shocks with Eibach springs. But it's currently got (leaky) Sachs M Sport struts on it. Trying to return it to as original as possible, getting there bit by bit!

[@kirwanjohn101]

@@General87Lee I believe the cut out on the crankshaft pulley that you were referring to is for use with a specialist locking tool to lock the crankshaft pulley during removal and more importantly during tightening to the correct torque.

[@flangewaffle]

Any ideas how to lock the crank? On my auto, even putting it in drive and turning off, the crank still rotates when trying to undo the bolts. I don't have any specialist locking tools.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Allen key in flywheel

[@HarleyN93]

Got the same engine as you but it smokes on first start of the day and idea of what it could be?

[@GeorgeAusters]

What colour?

[@HarleyN93]

@@GeorgeAusters it's blue ish

[@gulag8735]

Leaky valve stems overnight. Blue smoke is oil burning off.

[@HarleyN93]

@@gulag8735 id think that but its recently been rebuilt makes me think it might be turbo related just need to check the play

[@azizladjadj9523]

Thank you verry good job💪🏽👍🏽

[@chipped]

Hey George, does a bad/failing crankshaft pulley cause vibration at idle which smooths out at higher engine RPM? My N47 has done 137,000 KM (85,000 miles). I have vibration when idling and it’s silky smooth when I increase engine RPM, doesn’t matter what gear I’m in. I have replaced the engine mounts which improved it a little, we checked the transmission mounts which look good too. If you have any other suggestions I would really appreciate hearing them. Thanks, Keep up the great content 😃👍

[@GeorgeAusters]

Very possibly yes

[@chipped]

@@GeorgeAusters Great, thanks for the info. Didn’t know about this issue beforehand.