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If it is a flaccid tensioner, the chain will beat>

the Hell out of the tensioner rail, and eventually destroy the plastic insert.
Ed in San Jose. BMW CCA member since 1987 (Nr. 62319). Golden Gate Chapter. '97 540i 6 speed. Build Date 3/97. Aspensilber over Aubergine leather.

More than likely your chain is slapping due to

bad tensioner or worn guides. 10W-60 won't help there, you need to address that pronto.



1998 BMW 540i 6 speed
Arctic silver, M sport suspension (euro delivery), prod. date 05/98, non VANOS
Staggered 18" style 32 OEM wheels
3.15 open differential
Remus exhaust
AFE CAI with improved heat shield
Z3 shifter
VDO oil pressure and temperature gauges in place of headlight/fog switches
Powder coated valve covers-satin black
CDV delete
Debadged
AEA DRL module (aftermarket daytime running lights)

1997 BMW 528iA
Alpine white, premium package, prod. date 04/97, single VANOS
Staggered 17" style 32 OEM wheels
Debadged
AEA DRL module
Custom made sun blinds for rear seating area

2000 Nissan Frontier Desert Runner, AKA "The Work Horse"

Garage aids:
Direct Lift Pro Park 8
Campbell Hausfeld 28 gallon oil lubricated air compressor
Newair ACP-1400H portable air conditioner and heater
Auto Enginuity scan tool with BMW enhanced option
Actron 9135 scan tool-for quick readouts

Re: 10W/60 in a 540i?

One more thing.....

I also have this crazy rattle at start up...someone suggested that was a vanos problem??

Again any advice would be greatly appreciated.

10W/60 in a 540i?

Hi guys I really need help....

I have a 99 540i

I am not sure if its my vanos or if its my lifters but I am hearing this crappy knock/tapping when my car gets warm.

someone suggested putting 10W/60 to quiet it down??

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks guys!