Engine Timing Kit for BMW M40/M44/M50/M52/M54/M56 Petrol

A BMW timing tool kit for timing service work on selected M40, M44, M50, M52, M54 and M56 petrol engines. Used for dismantling and assembling camshaft components, preparing valve timing and carrying out camshaft belt and timing-related work where correct alignment and locking are needed.

Commonly used during engine servicing, camshaft work and VANOS-related maintenance on a range of BMW vehicles. Suitable for garage work, workshop use and experienced repair jobs where accurate camshaft alignment, crankshaft locking and timing set-up are important before reassembly. It covers a wide spread of BMW applications including 3, 5, 7 and 8 Series, along with X3, X5, Z3 and Z4 models across various E-series platforms.

The kit includes the key timing and alignment pieces needed for this type of engine work, including a crankshaft locking bolt, camshaft alignment tools, VANOS alignment tools, VANOS unit wrench, chain pre-tensioner tool, compressed air connector and a tensioner locking set with locking pin and clip. The listed engine code coverage helps buyers match the set to many common BMW petrol applications, which is useful when carrying out regular timing service work or keeping the right specialist tools ready in the workshop.

Engine timing kit specifications

• Application: For selected BMW petrol engines including M40, M44, M50, M52, M54 and M56.
• Use: Suited to camshaft dismantling, assembly, valve timing preparation and timing service tasks.
• Contents: Includes crankshaft locking bolt, camshaft alignment tools and VANOS alignment tools.
• Additional tools: Supplied with VANOS unit wrench, chain pre-tensioner tool and compressed air connector.
• Coverage: Fits a wide range of BMW models including 3, 5, 7, 8, X3, X5, Z3 and Z4 applications.
• Engine codes: M40B16, M42B18, M43B16, M43B18, M43TUB19OL, M43TUB19UL, M44B19, M50B20, M50B20TU, M50B25, M50B25TU, M52B20, M52B20TU, M52B25, M52B25TU, M52B28, M52B28TU, M54B22, M54B25, M54B30 and M56.
• Type series: E30, 31, 32, 34, 36, 38, 42, 46, 53, 60, 61, 65, 66, 83 and 85.
• OEM reference numbers: 112300, 113190, 113240, 113290, 113291, 113292, 113450, 114220, 115490, 116150 and 116180.
• Number of pieces: 10.
• Case: Supplied in a blow moulded case.

A practical choice for regular maintenance and repair work on compatible BMW petrol engines.