Engine internals

Распределительный вал

Times the opening and closing of engine valves.

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Где находится

In the cylinder head on overhead-cam BMW engines.

Как это работает

Shaped lobes act through followers or levers, while cam timing is synchronized with crankshaft rotation.

Представьте это как

A rotating schedule that tells each door when to open.

Признаки неисправности

Timing faults, top-end noise or reduced performance can involve timing, lubrication or valve gear.

Ресурс

Usually condition-based rather than a routine replacement. Lubrication, overheating and the exact engine affect wear.

Стоимость ремонта

Internal-engine work is usually labor-intensive. Diagnosis and the engine code determine the repair scope.

Особенность BMW

BMW VANOS adjusts camshaft timing; it is different from changing valve lift with Valvetronic.

Применяется

BMW petrol and diesel engines; petrol-only systems are identified individually.

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Та же система

Engine internals