BMW N20 N26 How To Set Timing And How To Replace Central Valves And VANOS units Intake And Exhaust

In this video I will show you how to set timing on a BMW N20 or N26 Engine AND How to remove replace or install the intake VANOS unit, exhaust VANOS unit with full torque specifications and full procedure outlined. Setting timing on a modern BMW engine on the N20 N26 N51 N52 or N55 uses this same basic principal and with the information provided you should be able to tackle your own DIY project on a BMW Engine. Join Zion and me as I show you the complete process! See below for torque specifications, recommended tools, and parts for this project.

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