Whatever you guys do make sure your crank pin is fully seated I made the misake of thinking it was and had to redo the timing lucckily I was only a tooth retarded so I locked the crank and took the chain off then moved the cam so the cam lock tool sat right installed the tool put the chain back on and I was back in time. Moral of the story make sure that your pin is in all the way XD
You are suppose to tension the chain before torquing the sprockets VVT 15ft/lb first then 180 degree. Best to use the tool kit tensioner when torquing.
Why didn’t you secure the motor first before tightening the exhaust and the cam whatever the cold and then what is the meet a meter you’re supposed to tighten
At 14:10 you mentioned the two dots from the sprockets were lined up while the cam tool was installed. When you tighten the sprocket bolt the dots are no longer lined up?is there a reason you didn’t keep them lined up? I just finished doing the chain replacement but keep getting exhaust too advanced error. Thanks
@@Ys-qg7nb yes it’s fixed, I took it to BMW to update the DME to the latest software. The exhaust advanced error stopped coming back after they updated it for me. They changed me $150.00. The is did come back about a month later but in the intake side. My camshaft seals on the intake side were bad. I replaced them with the new rubber like seals from BMW. The issue went away. As far as the timing marks on the sprockets(phasers) it doesn’t matter what position they are in. I did have to do a small repair on the intake camshaft cap that covers the seals. I used some JB weld to fill in the groove that the previous (metal) seals put in the cap. I hope that makes since. Check out this video . It shows you where the seals that I’m talking about are. ua-cam.com/video/TCqxVqRL1Fs/v-deo.html Also if you need to fill in any grooves I can send you pictures on what worked for me. If the camshaft seals don’t provide enough oil pressure to the intake and exhaust cam gears the timing will fail and the check engine code will keep coming back.
I set the timing on my 2009 from Alldata procedure. Referenced this video because the Alldata was a bit confusing. Engine cranked with compression but wouldn't start. After many hours I stopped for the day. Next day it cranks without compression. It never ran. It never had any abnormal noises. Wtf?
Found the problem. When the timing system blew at highway speed originally the flywheel bolts must have sheered off. Timing pin wasn't in a correct place. 🤞🏼 the valve didn't get smashed again.
@@grampzquad thanks you one other thing would you happen to have an idea why my oil light comes on when I Check the oil it’s at normal level any help i would appreciate it cause I’m confused
@@andrespaez6493 your oil pickup screen may be plugged with debris. It's also possible that you need a new oil pump. If you had glitter in your oil it could be crank or rod bearings.
So on my 2012 mini I have set the timing like 4 times every time it runs rough, go back check timing and intake is right where should be but exaust is off by a little bit. It's throwing exaust cam code (replaced both actuators and both cam sensors no difference)I'm figuring this is most likely the problem....does it sound about the same problem as yours just on exaust cam instead?
Youve set the timing? Or replaced all the components and set the timing? If youve just set the timing without replacing everything, parts may be worn and need to be replaced before resetting timing. Or maybe you have the wrong chain? Where did you order it?
@@grampzquad wondering at what miles the timing guide starting to failed on this N12 /14 engine? I know timing chains not require service on most other engines .
Timing on these HAS to be perfect. The chain Will start to stretch around 70,000 miles and plastic guide breaks up (will start giving false fault codes coherence/correlation fault)so around that distance (crap design)
That would be amazing! A month would be nice, but it should only take a couple of days to do at most. I have ancestry from Scotland. "Salmon" It would be nice to visit someday! Thanks for the offer.
I seen you kept tightening those sprockets really tight ...didn't seem to get the right amount of torque lbs .......you didn't show the the tension bolt process ...come on you are pro ...what happen
Awesome video- didn't over complicate things, and built reassurance that this was achievable at home! Thanks for the great share
Thank U So much for the video ! Got a Citroen C3 1.4 Here and with your video we know how to set the cam gears right (dot to dot) !
Whatever you guys do make sure your crank pin is fully seated I made the misake of thinking it was and had to redo the timing lucckily I was only a tooth retarded so I locked the crank and took the chain off then moved the cam so the cam lock tool sat right installed the tool put the chain back on and I was back in time. Moral of the story make sure that your pin is in all the way XD
This is the best video for this job. Excellent...
Hey! Thank you so much!
I didn't put the dot to dot on the cams sprockets .and getting codes u think that could be it
You are suppose to tension the chain before torquing the sprockets VVT 15ft/lb first then 180 degree. Best to use the tool kit tensioner when torquing.
that piece you weren't sure what it was; I'm pretty sure it was part of your main seal disintegrated
Go job very nice 👍
And then the other screws that go through the timing chain what are you supposed to tighten those at
On this mini did you have to put cyl 1 on tdc to remove timing chain. I havemt seen anyone put it on tdc on videos replacing timing chain
What torque did you use for "timing chain upper guide rail"?
Buenas tarde si se salta la cadena de tienpo dobla las barbulas
No
Why didn’t you secure the motor first before tightening the exhaust and the cam whatever the cold and then what is the meet a meter you’re supposed to tighten
Had your chain slipped or broken.
Am having a challenge on the mini cooper countryman timing settings
Another question too , is there any of those guides that are very light metal vice plastic like you found in the oil pan?
You have the previous sound that made the car?, I have a noise like friction and I don't know if it will be the same
At 14:10 you mentioned the two dots from the sprockets were lined up while the cam tool was installed. When you tighten the sprocket bolt the dots are no longer lined up?is there a reason you didn’t keep them lined up? I just finished doing the chain replacement but keep getting exhaust too advanced error. Thanks
did you fix the problem i have the same problem
@@Ys-qg7nb yes it’s fixed, I took it to BMW to update the DME to the latest software. The exhaust advanced error stopped coming back after they updated it for me. They changed me $150.00. The is did come back about a month later but in the intake side. My camshaft seals on the intake side were bad. I replaced them with the new rubber like seals from BMW. The issue went away. As far as the timing marks on the sprockets(phasers) it doesn’t matter what position they are in. I did have to do a small repair on the intake camshaft cap that covers the seals. I used some JB weld to fill in the groove that the previous (metal) seals put in the cap. I hope that makes since. Check out this video . It shows you where the seals that I’m talking about are. ua-cam.com/video/TCqxVqRL1Fs/v-deo.html
Also if you need to fill in any grooves I can send you pictures on what worked for me. If the camshaft seals don’t provide enough oil pressure to the intake and exhaust cam gears the timing will fail and the check engine code will keep coming back.
Yes, I do have questions you said about the crank screw 50 and then another 180 didn’t speak about the other two that hold the time in chain
Very good video could’ve been better not too much information you should’ve put the size on the bolts how did you lock the fly will I need more info
There is a locking pin with the cam alignment tool kit that inserts into the flywheel.
I set the timing on my 2009 from Alldata procedure. Referenced this video because the Alldata was a bit confusing.
Engine cranked with compression but wouldn't start.
After many hours I stopped for the day.
Next day it cranks without compression. It never ran. It never had any abnormal noises. Wtf?
Found the problem. When the timing system blew at highway speed originally the flywheel bolts must have sheered off. Timing pin wasn't in a correct place. 🤞🏼 the valve didn't get smashed again.
That's a lucky one, for sure!
Glad the video helped a bit!
There are 2 crank positions where the crank locking tool fit into, could you advise how the pistons should lay for the correct timing?
cylinder 1 should be at top dead
90 degrees before top dead center, all pistons should be at the exact same height, this applies to N12, N13, N14, N16, and N18
Do the guide bolts of the timing chain get torqued to any specific pound?
I believe it is 14.7 ft/lbs
@@grampzquad thanks you one other thing would you happen to have an idea why my oil light comes on when I Check the oil it’s at normal level any help i would appreciate it cause I’m confused
@@andrespaez6493 your oil pickup screen may be plugged with debris. It's also possible that you need a new oil pump.
If you had glitter in your oil it could be crank or rod bearings.
Qual o número dessa ferramenta de bloqueio? Onde comprou? Estou precisando de um site para importar aqui para o Brasil please 🙏🏾🙏🏾
I bought this on Amazon.com Just search for "BMW N12 N14 fit for Mini Cooper Engine Camshaft Alignment Timing Tool Set" mine was about $55.
So on my 2012 mini I have set the timing like 4 times every time it runs rough, go back check timing and intake is right where should be but exaust is off by a little bit. It's throwing exaust cam code (replaced both actuators and both cam sensors no difference)I'm figuring this is most likely the problem....does it sound about the same problem as yours just on exaust cam instead?
Youve set the timing? Or replaced all the components and set the timing?
If youve just set the timing without replacing everything, parts may be worn and need to be replaced before resetting timing.
Or maybe you have the wrong chain? Where did you order it?
New everything from RockAuto
Where do you go to get the lockdown tools ?
ebay or Amazon
When fixing my mini cooper do i have to wear a cargo pants aka john cena shorts?
Only if you want to be cool 😎
Where did u buy the sprockets from?
Rockauto
TOP CHAIN GUIDE MUST PUT ON AND TENSION WITH THE CHAIN WITH TOOL BEFORD TIGHTING DOWN, YOU ARE NOT AT PERFECT TIMING NOW
At what miles you changed timing kit ?
The chain technically shouldn't need to be changed if the car is serviced regularly. Timing belts are different story.
@@grampzquad wondering at what miles the timing guide starting to failed on this N12 /14 engine? I know timing chains not require service on most other engines .
@@yibinhuang5401 Prevous owner(s) had not taken too good of care of the car. This was just over 200,000 km.
Timing on these HAS to be perfect. The chain Will start to stretch around 70,000 miles and plastic guide breaks up (will start giving false fault codes coherence/correlation fault)so around that distance (crap design)
Fancy a holiday ?
Can you help me do mine ?
You pay for the flight to Scotland & I will put you up for a month !! 😮
That would be amazing! A month would be nice, but it should only take a couple of days to do at most. I have ancestry from Scotland. "Salmon" It would be nice to visit someday! Thanks for the offer.
I seen you kept tightening those sprockets really tight ...didn't seem to get the right amount of torque lbs .......you didn't show the the tension bolt process ...come on you are pro ...what happen
Thanks for your comment. Somehow the torque wrench clip got edited out. I'll make sure I include it next video. Happy New Year!
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Am having problems to set mini cooper countryman timing settings I need help
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Am having a challenge on the mini cooper countryman timing settings