Use this tool in place of the spring-loaded tensioner when timing the camshafts. It's important to use this tool, and not to rely solely on the spring-loaded tensioner - it does not provide enough tension when the car is sitting to accurate time the camshafts. See how it is used here.
83-30-0-493-548-BOE
Tensioner Pressure Tool, for VANOS Adjustment, fits BMW S50, M50, M60 and M62 Engines (Including X5 models), BMW Service Tool Reference #11-4-230, Each, Note: For models with 1 piece tensioner upgrade, use #11-4-220 tensioner tool [More Info]
$47.00
Flywheel Lock
83-30-0-490-861-BOE
Flywheel Lock, For BMW Engines: M42, M44, M50, S50, M52, S52, M54, S54, M60, M62, S62, M70, M73 [More Info]
$36.50
Camshaft Holding Tools
You need this tool to properly time your camshaft. See how it is used and read our Technical Article on the subject here.
