Timing Chain Death Rattle Fix for MINI N12 Engines
Timing chain death rattle is an issue that can occur in the MINI N12 engine from 2006 - 2013.
A timing chain is an essential part of all combustion engines as it links all the moving parts together. If a vehicle does not have one or if the one it does have fails then it will be unable to perform the basic functions.
If a timing chain breaks or fails then it can cause what is known as a death rattle which refers to the spring-loaded timing chain tensioner failing or becomes less efficient and slackening the timing chain which can hit the timing chain guide rails and as a result can lead to damage to these guides.
The symptoms that your timing chain might be stretched or damaged include:- Engine misfire, metal shavings found in your oil or a rattling engine. If any of these occur then we recommend getting your timing chain replaced sooner rather than later as they can all lead to catastrophic engine failure.
You can find out more about the MINI timing chain and death rattle issues by checking out our BLOG.
- Febi Bilstein timing chain kit
- Febi Bilstein crank seal
- Millers 5w30 CS longlife oil
- Mahle oil filter and sump washer
- Ajusa rocker cover gasket
- Cam bolts
- Auxillary bolts
Lohen offers professional, in-house fitting for all products at our workshop in Eccleshall, Staffordshire, ST21 6JL. Here are the important things you need to know:
Fitting Cost - Included
Fitting Time - Approx 5 hours
Required Additional Items/Services - N/A
Lohen Recommends - N/A
Refunds are available within 7 days after delivery for products that are unused and are in original packaging. Special order goods are non-refundable. Products that are damaged in transit to or from the customer can be refunded up to 14 days after the product has been delivered. Products returned to us in imperfect, non-resalable condition will not qualify for a refund. Products that are faulty due to manufacturing process are refundable under the manufacturers' warranty for a limited time specified in the manufacturer's terms and conditions. These do not apply if the product has been fitted incorrectly or misused, motorsport use could further reduce the manufacturer's warranty. If an order is cancelled or refunded the buyer is responsible for the return of the goods to such address as directed by the supplier and is at the consumer's sole expense. This does not affect your statutory rights.
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| Fitting Details | Lohen offers professional, in-house fitting for all products at our workshop in Eccleshall, Staffordshire, ST21 6JL. Here are the important things you need to know: Fitting Cost - Included Fitting Time - Approx 5 hours Required Additional Items/Services - N/A Lohen Recommends - N/A |
| Returns & Refunds | Refunds are available within 7 days after delivery for products that are unused and are in original packaging. Special order goods are non-refundable. Products that are damaged in transit to or from the customer can be refunded up to 14 days after the product has been delivered. Products returned to us in imperfect, non-resalable condition will not qualify for a refund. Products that are faulty due to manufacturing process are refundable under the manufacturers' warranty for a limited time specified in the manufacturer's terms and conditions. These do not apply if the product has been fitted incorrectly or misused, motorsport use could further reduce the manufacturer's warranty. If an order is cancelled or refunded the buyer is responsible for the return of the goods to such address as directed by the supplier and is at the consumer's sole expense. This does not affect your statutory rights. |
