Timing Chain Replacement

Renewing the timing-chain drive while holding the crankshaft and camshafts at their specified reference positions, replacing required single-use fasteners, applying controlled chain pre-tension and following the engine-specific tightening sequence.

Documented repairs

2008 MINI Clubman S Stalling: Slipped Timing Chain

2008 MINI Clubman S (R55, N14 1.6L Turbo)

A recently serviced 2008 MINI Clubman S stalled and ran in reduced power. A camshaft alignment check exposed slipped timing and guided the repair.

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Components

• Camshaft Fasteners
• Crankshaft Fastener
• Timing Chain Set

Engines

• N14 1.6L Turbo

Models

• R55 MINI Clubman S

Repairs by System

• Diagnosis
• Engine
• Timing System

Symptoms

• Stalling
• Check Engine Light
• Poor Running
• Reduced Power Warning