Thanks Television, although not sure who Alex is!
Hokey dokey - any idea on cost?
Thanks again.
You obviously know him, - i'll call him tomorrow, can I say you recommended me?
As above, it is hard for us to advise based on anything other than our experience, which is that only a small number of 271 engines suffer chain/sprocket problems.
Based on the cost to replace chain and tensioner, we do not see it as a cost effective precaution.
However, with higher mileages, rattling chains etc that would be another matter, but have seen several over 200,000 miles now on original parts, without problems.
Cruch noise (sometimes) right after start, and occasional EML light (timing off, because there was CPS issues shown in fault codes, but sensor was good?) were indications of my colleague car chain problems.
I posted one picture here where couple of strtch chains were clearly shown...
As above, it is hard for us to advise based on anything other than our experience, which is that only a small number of 271 engines suffer chain/sprocket problems.
Based on the cost to replace chain and tensioner, we do not see it as a cost effective precaution.
However, with higher mileages, rattling chains etc that would be another matter, but have seen several over 200,000 miles now on original parts, without problems.
Hi Alex, I have a 2007 W209 CLK 220 Diesel. Am I safe with this car, are there any timing chain issues? Just that I had the a 3 series last year (the dreaded N47 diesel engine) and the chain snapped, cost me £3000 for a second hand engine fitted. It would finish me off if this car did that to me!
Your chain will last until the very end of your car.