BMW Engine Timing Tool Kit N62 N73 V8 V12

This professional engine timing tool kit is designed for BMW N62 and N73 petrol engines.

It is used for setting Top Dead Center (TDC) timing and performing accurate valve timing adjustments during engine repair and maintenance procedures.

The kit is suitable for complex engine work including timing chain replacement and cylinder head service on V8 and V12 engines.

Important Notes

When the engine is removed:

• The continuous water pipe (in driving direction) must be driven out using a brass or plastic drift (BMW 231040)
• Both cylinder heads must be removed (procedure differs before/after 10.03)
• Both oil pan sections must be removed

For auxiliary work:

• For serpentine belt removal/installation, use locking pin 101259
• For A/C elastic belt service, use tool 106671 (as 641040)

Flywheel removal:

• Use socket 115555 (bolts are concealed)
• For locking, use tool 16005 (as 119260)

Timing chain service:

• Manufacturer requires replacement of the chain sprocket (shrink-fitted on shaft)
• For removal, use puller 106651 (alternative to 112000, 118300)
• Do not heat above 150°C during installation

Compatibility

Engine Codes:
B36A, B40A, B44A, B48B, B60A, N62, N73

Vehicle Compatibility

5 Series (E60/E61)
540i, 545i, 550i (2003–2010)

6 Series (E63/E64)
645i, 650i (2003–2010)

7 Series (E65/E66)
735i, 740i, 745i, 750i, 760i (2002–2008)

X5 (E53)
4.4i, 4.8i (2003–2007)

Functionality

The set includes tools for:

• Crankshaft positioning at TDC
• Camshaft locking and alignment (intake and exhaust)
• Valve timing measurement and adjustment
• Crankshaft counter-holding
• Valvetronic intermediate shaft adjustment

It enables precise and safe engine timing procedures on complex BMW V8 and V12 engines.

Package Contents

• Flywheel locking pin for TDC position – as 119190
• Camshaft locking and holding set (3 pcs) – as 119461, 119462, 119463
• Degree wheel – as 119460
• Pointer for degree wheel – as 119453
• Crankshaft counter holder lever – as 119451
• Adapter plate for crankshaft counter holder – as 119452
• Pin wrench for Valvetronic intermediate shaft – as 117270
• Special socket 27 mm – as 119454

Key Features

✔ Designed for BMW N62 / N73 V8 and V12 engines
✔ Enables precise TDC positioning and valve timing adjustment
✔ Includes Valvetronic-specific tools
✔ High-quality tools for professional workshop use
✔ Suitable for complex engine overhaul operations

OEM numbers are provided for reference purposes only. This product is not an original tool.

Crankshaft locking tool (5),
to be used as OEM 11 9 451

Degree wheel segment (6),
to be used as OEM 11 3 460

Spacer (7),
to be used as OEM 11 9 452

Socket (8),
to be used as OEM 11 9 454

Pointer ring (9),
to be used as OEM 11 9 453

Assemble all tools as shown above and tighten the crankshaft pulley flange bolt using the specified angle of rotation (refer to service documentation).

To loosen the crankshaft pulley flange bolt, tools 5, 7, and 8 are required.

Install the tools for setting the intake camshaft.

Install the tools for setting the exhaust camshaft.

OEM numbers are provided for reference purposes only. This product is not an original tool.

BMW 5 (E60) (12.2001 - 03.2010) 540 i (299 hp, 220 kW)

BMW 5 (E60) (12.2001 - 03.2010) 540 i (306 hp, 225 kW)

BMW 5 (E60) (12.2001 - 03.2010) 545 i (329 hp, 242 kW)

BMW 5 (E60) (12.2001 - 03.2010) 545 i (333 hp, 245 kW)

BMW 5 (E60) (12.2001 - 03.2010) 550 i (355 hp, 261 kW)

BMW 5 (E60) (12.2001 - 03.2010) 550i (367 hp, 270 kW)

BMW 5 Touring (E61) (03.2004 - 12.2010) 545i (333 hp, 245 kW)

BMW 5 Touring (E61) (03.2004 - 12.2010) 550i (367 hp, 270 kW)

BMW 6 (E63) (09.2003 - 12.2010) 645Ci (329 hp, 242 kW)

BMW 6 (E63) (09.2003 - 12.2010) 645Ci (333 hp, 245 kW)

BMW 6 (E63) (09.2003 - 12.2010) 650Ci (355 hp, 261 kW)

BMW 6 Series (E63) (09.2003 - 12.2010) 650i (355 hp, 261 kW)

BMW 6 Series (E63) (09.2003 - 12.2010) 650i (364 hp, 268 kW)

BMW 6 Series (E63) (09.2003 - 12.2010) 650i (367 hp, 270 kW)

BMW 6 Series Convertible (E64) (04.2004 - 12.2010) 645Ci (329 hp, 242 kW)

BMW 6 Series Convertible (E64) (04.2004 - 12.2010) 645Ci (333 hp, 245 kW)

BMW 6 Cabriolet (E64) (04.2004 - 12.2010) 650 i (355 HP, 261 kW)

BMW 6 Cabriolet (E64) (04.2004 - 12.2010) 650 i (364 hp, 268 kW)

BMW 6 Cabriolet (E64) (04.2004 - 12.2010) 650 i (367 hp, 270 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 735 i (306 HP, 225 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 735 i, Li (272 HP, 200 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 740 i, Li (306 HP, 225 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 745 i (328 HP, 241 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 745 i (329 HP, 242 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 745 i, Li (333 HP, 245 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 750 i (359 hp, 264 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 750 i (364 HP, 268 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 750 i, Li (367 HP, 270 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 760 i (435 HP, 320 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 760 i, LI (443 HP, 326 kW)

BMW 7 (E65, E66, E67) (07.2001 - 12.2009) 760 i, Li (445 HP, 327 kW)

BMW X5 (E53) (01.2000 - 12.2006) 4.4 i (320 hp, 235 kW)

BMW X5 (E53) (01.2000 - 12.2006) 4.8 is (360 hp, 265 kW)

BMW X5 (E70) (10.2006 - 07.2013) 4.8 i xDrive (355 hp, 261 kW)

BMW X5 (E70) (10.2006 - 07.2013) xDrive 48 i (355 hp, 261 kW)