How to: Change a R53 MINI Timing chain tensioner in less than 5 mins

[@ghostwrench2292]

It’s really that easy? Wow! Thanks for the video!

[@vittorioymbang7972]

What made you think it was the TCT? I couldn’t tell what rattling you were talking about. I think I may have the same problem. Please let me know or have a video before you replaced it. Thank you!

[@CoastlinesCollide]

is this a common problem with the base model? Im buying a 2006 r50 soon, curious of what common problems ill have to work on

[@stemcm74]

I have a just bought a 2004 r52 that has a rattle on startup when cold, disappears after a minute. Car was already warmed up when I went to see it. Would this cure the problem?

[@s1935774]

do you have automatic or manual car.

[@MrCyclone101]

I have a Manual gearbox R53 Mini Cooper S JCW. I don't know if the cooling system on the auto gearbox impedes access from the top of the engine bay, but if you can feel the bolt head you should be able to undo it.

[@blackeagle12335]

I think I read on the North American auto forum that the automatic transmission is a bit easier cause there are no cooling lines in the way and it’s also a bit easier if you put the socket on the bolt before you attach the breaker bar

[@LUXFEE_AUTOMOBIL]

hello. friend. nice to meet you. I am also going to replace the tensioner for r53 timing chain. Should I install new parts as-is? Do you have any precautions~?... Please advise. Thank you.

[@MrCyclone101]

Yes, you can take the new part right out the box and install it as is. It comes from BMW pre-compressed for easy installation. Nothing else to worry about.