Cause of timing issue...15 degrees off

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We noticed our 2008 BMW X3 was not holding antifreeze.. so we assumed a leak. We drove the car which was running fine to a Meinke garage to fix the leak. The next thing we know, they had to tow it to the BMW dealer because the timing was off so bad it wouldn't run. Meinke says they didn't cause the issue. Notes from the BMW say the timing problem was caused when Meinke removed the Vanos adjusting unit. Advisor at BMW said Meinke should pay for repairs. Meinke just called and said that the advisor was incorrect and the BMW general manager now agrees with Meinke. Your thoughts? Bill is now up to about $4000

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How long has your 2008 BMW X3 had this problem?

problem started after coolant reservoir leak "fixed"