BMW F20 1 Series N47 Timing Chain Rattle — 116d 118d
BMW
1 Series
2011
N47 2.0d
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
High
Safe to Drive?
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Safety Impact
Can become a safety issue if left unresolved
Urgency Level
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The N47 diesel in F20 116d/118d has the same rear timing chain issue as other N47 applications. Cold start rattle is the warning. On F20 the repair is slightly more accessible than E90 but still expensive at £1,500-2,800.
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