Timing Sprocket BMW E70 E90 LCI F10 F20 F30 Diesel Gear Wheel Camshaft 8518190

BMW E70 E90 F20 F30 Timing Gear 8475996 is an original drive system component designed for Diesel engines in popular BMW models. The precisely manufactured gear ensures proper cooperation of the timing elements, which translates to stable engine operation and correct crankshaft and camshaft synchronization in a diesel engine.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8518190
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8518190
• Substitutable numbers: 8518190, 13528518190
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Category: Drivetrain Hardware & Fasteners

Purpose and Function in the Drive System

The presented timing gear operates in a critical area of the drive system, responsible for transmitting power in the diesel engine's timing mechanism. In BMW Diesel units, the correct condition of the gear directly affects:

• maintaining proper timing phasing,
• stable engine operation across the full RPM range,
• reducing noise and vibrations in the drive system,
• minimizing the risk of the timing drive elements skipping or stretching.

By using an original component from the Drive Mounts and Brackets group, the factory geometry and fit with cooperating elements are maintained.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Gear

Choosing an original timing gear for BMW E70, E90, F20, and F30 allows you to maintain engine operating parameters in line with the manufacturer's specifications. This element has been specifically designed for diesel units, ensuring:

• appropriate durability for loads characteristic of diesel engines,
• compatibility with the factory timing system,
• correct meshing with the chain or other drive sprockets,
• consistency with factory BMW service procedures.

As a used part, the gear offers an economical solution while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications, which is particularly important for precise drive system components.

Application in BMW Diesel Engines

This timing gear is intended for use in diesel-powered units found in the E70, E90, F20, and F30 series. BMW Diesel engines generate high torque, therefore timing components must have adequate stiffness and wear resistance. Using the correct gear helps maintain:

• correct synchronization of the crankshaft and camshafts,
• stable combustion parameters,
• safe operation under prolonged load,
• compliance with factory engine control maps.

Part Selection by OEM and Interchangeable Numbers

Selecting the appropriate timing gear for a specific BMW vehicle should be based on the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, as well as vehicle data (model, year of manufacture, engine type). This minimizes the risk of installing an incompatible part and ensures correct fitment with other drive system components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional sprockets, drive mounts, or fastening elements, check the available parts in the BMW Drive Mounts and Brackets category.

Technical Support and Knowledge of Used Parts

When selecting used drive system components, it is advisable to use reliable sources of information. To better understand how to choose original aftermarket components for popular models, read the article Best Used Car Parts – A Guide to the Most Popular Original Parts. For BMW users, the material dedicated to this brand may also be particularly helpful: BMW – Sporty Performance and Precision. How Used Original Parts Extend the Life of the Bavarian Icon?.

Summary

BMW E70 E90 F20 F30 Timing Gear 8475996 is an original component from the Drive Mounts and Brackets group, designed for BMW diesel engines. Using the correct gear in the timing system helps maintain stable engine operation, reduce the risk of failure, and keep engine performance parameters at the level intended by the manufacturer, while optimizing costs through the use of a used part.