{"product_id":"5150-bmw-vanos-timing-spline-shaft-11-36-1-738-468","title":"BMW VANOS Timing Spline Shaft 11-36-1-738-468","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW part #11361738468 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etiming spline shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e for BMW M50 \/ M52 \/ S50 \/ S52 and S54 engines.\u003cspan\u003e It directly interacts with the VANOS system by maintaining tension on the chain that drives the camshaft sprockets, including the sprocket connected to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVANOS (Variable Nockenwellensteuerung) unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe timing spline ensures the timing chain stays taut, allowing the crankshaft to transfer rotational motion reliably to the camshaft sprockets. One of these sprockets is part of the VANOS system, which adjusts the timing of the intake and\/or exhaust valves for optimal performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VANOS system requires the camshaft sprocket to rotate with precise timing. If the tensioner fails to keep the chain properly tensioned, it can cause slack or slippage, preventing the VANOS unit from effectively advancing or retarding cam timing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen and Why to Replace BMW Part #11-36-1-738-468:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigns of Wear or Failure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain Rattle:\u003c\/strong\u003e A worn tensioner can cause a noticeable rattling noise, especially on cold starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiming Issues:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the tensioner cannot maintain adequate tension, it may lead to timing chain slack, impacting engine performance or potentially causing misalignment of valve timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil Leaks:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tensioner is often oil-fed. A damaged tensioner can result in oil leaks at its mounting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreventive Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt’s a good idea to replace the tensioner during major engine work, like timing chain replacement, or as part of high-mileage service intervals. BMW recommends inspecting timing components to avoid unexpected failures, particularly in engines subjected to extended wear or high performance use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn high-performance or forced-induction builds, where additional stress is placed on timing components, customers may choose to replace the tensioner with a new OEM or upgraded version to ensure reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver time, the spring or hydraulic mechanism inside the tensioner can weaken, leading to reduced tensioning ability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW M50 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1990-1995     E36     320i \/ 325i \/ 325is\u003cbr\u003e1994-1996     E35\/E36     318ti\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1990-1996     E34     520i \/ 525i\u003cbr\u003e1991-1996     E34 Touring     520i \/ 525i\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZ Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1995     E36\/E37     Z3 2.0i \/ 2.5i\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW M52 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1994-1999     E36     320i \/ 323i \/ 323is \/ 328i \/ 328is\u003cbr\u003e1997-2000     E35\/E36     318ti \/ 323ti\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1996-1998     E39     520i \/ 523i \/ 528i\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1996-1998     E38     728i \/ 728iL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZ Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1996-1999     E36\/E37\/E38     Z3 2.0i \/ 2.2i \/ 2.8i\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW S50 US Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1994-1995     E36     M3\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW S52 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1996-1999     E36     M3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZ Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1998-2000     E36\/E37\/E38     Z3M\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW S54 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2000-2006     E46     M3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW Z3 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2001-2002     Z3     M\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW Z4 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e2006-2008     Z4     M\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied in Egypt by iCode — the official 5150 AutoSport dealer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrice shown in EGP is an estimate at today's exchange rate. 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