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<p>11318658028</p> <div class="col-md-12"> <div class="panel-heading product-info-heading"> <div id="ctl00_Content_PageBody_ProductInfo_StockCodeWrapperInHeading" class="col-md-12 stockCodeWrapperInHeading"> <div class="item-num"> <span class="body-3 alt-part-number-text">Supersession(s)</span>:<span> </span><span class="body-3 alt-stock-code-text"><strong>11-31-8-658-028; 11317605193</strong></span> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-5 product-image-wrapper isSingleImage"> <div class="panel-body product-info-body"></div> </div> <h2>Description</h2> <div class="extended__specifications"> <div class="grid-x grid-margin-x grid-margin-y"> <div class="cell small-12 medium-4"> <div class="extended__details"> <h3>Details</h3> <dl> <dt>SKU:</dt> <dd>BMW-11318658028</dd> <dd></dd> <dt>Made in:</dt> <dd>Germany<span> </span><span aria-haspopup="true" data-tooltip="" title="We do our best to keep this information updated and accurate, but we cannot guarantee Country of Origin as manufacturers may permanently change their location without any notice."><i class="fas fa-question-circle"></i></span> </dd> <dt>Quality:</dt> <dd>Genuine<span> </span><span aria-haspopup="true" data-tooltip="" title="This is a product that we have sourced from the local dealer network and is the same part that the dealership would offer you to install on your car today. This part will come branded by the vehicle manufacturer (BMW, Volvo, Audi, etc.) and often at a premium cost. In nearly every instance the part inside the box will have been manufactured by one of their approved OE Suppliers such as Bosch, Hella, Mann, or Lemforder, or many others. Genuine parts from FCP will be sourced from a dealer and in the car manufacturer’s packaging."><i class="fas fa-question-circle"></i></span> </dd> </dl> </div> </div> <div class="cell small-12 medium-4"> <div class="extended__oeNumbers"> <dl> <dt> <h3>OE Numbers</h3> </dt> <dd>11318658028, 11317605193</dd> </dl> </div> </div> <div class="cell small-12 medium-4"> <div class="extended__mfgNumbers"> <dl> <dt> <h3>MFG Numbers</h3> </dt> <dd>11318658028</dd> </dl> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="extended__moreInfo"> <h3>Product Information</h3> <div class="extended__brandDetails"><br></div> <strong>Engine Timing Chain</strong> <p>An engine timing chain is a crucial component in an internal combustion engine that synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshafts. It ensures that the engine's valves open and close at the proper times during each cylinder's intake and exhaust strokes, maintaining optimal engine performance. Timing chains are typically made of metal and are designed to last for the life of the engine, though they can wear out or become damaged over time. Damaged or stretched chains can impact the timing on an engine and overwork the tensioner, failures in this system can cause catastrophic engine failure and costly repairs.</p> <strong>Engine Timing Chain Failure Symptoms</strong> <ul> <li>Noise: A common symptom of a failing timing chain is a rattling or slapping noise coming from the engine, especially during startup or acceleration. This noise may be more pronounced at idle or startup</li> <li>Poor Engine Performance: If the timing chain is stretched, it can lead to decreased power, acceleration problems, or sluggish performance</li> </ul> <h4>About Genuine BMW</h4> <p>The original parts used by BMW to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine BMW” brand. When ordering a Genuine BMW part you are guaranteed to get the same part that you would pick up from your local dealerships part department. Genuine BMW parts have been built to BMW’s stringent standards and are the same quality of the original parts used to build your Ultimate Driving Machine.</p> <p>You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your BMW are not necessarily manufactured by BMW. No cause for concern, as BMW designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you.
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