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2005 BMW 325i

Question: Engine Belt Replacement

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bmwchristine, Kent, WA, August 16, 2010, 12:58

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I have 50k and was told by the dealership that at 45k belts needed to be replaced. A mechanic told me they looked fine. When is it best to have the belts replaced?

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  Chow August 20, 2010, 20:03
  

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  When they start cracking or getting noisy
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  Visitor, November 18, 2010, 20:38

  i thought they have timing chain so no need to change timing belt
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