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When you're finished, they can be removed just as easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6\" magnetic vise soft jaw pads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTough, non-marring nylon construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps protect VANOS pistons and machined components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree magnets provide quick and secure attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard \u003cstrong\u003e6\" vises\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple grooves help securely hold different shapes and diameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for VANOS rebuilds and other precision engine work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasily installs and removes without tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGroove Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jaws feature several grooves for holding round and irregularly shaped components:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3\/8\" groove at 60° angle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical grooves:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\", 1\/8\", 1\/16\", and 5\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorizontal groove:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant VANOS Rebuild Tool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen rebuilding a VANOS unit, protecting the machined surfaces of the pistons and other components is important. \u003cstrong\u003eNever clamp a VANOS piston directly between bare steel vise jaws.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese magnetic soft jaws give you a simple way to securely hold components while helping protect them from scratches, gouges, and vise marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small tool that can prevent a very expensive mistake.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VANOS Rebuild Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43222173810782,"sku":"vrk-B07848T22X","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0845\/3982\/files\/vrk-soft-jaw-vise-clamps04.png?v=1787829660"},{"product_id":"dual-vanos-m52tu-m54-m56-camshaft-locking-tool-set","title":"Dual VANOS M52TU | M54 | M56 Camshaft Locking Tool Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBMW M52TU \/ M54 \/ M56 Dual VANOS Camshaft Timing Tool Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProperly time your BMW engine and service the Dual VANOS system with this \u003cstrong\u003eM52TU, M54, and M56 Camshaft Timing Tool Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. This comprehensive kit includes the specialty tools needed to lock the crankshaft and camshafts, preload the timing chain, position the VANOS sprockets, and correctly set engine timing during reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tools are especially useful when performing one of our \u003cstrong\u003eDual VANOS rebuild kits\u003c\/strong\u003e, replacing the VANOS unit, removing the camshafts, servicing the timing chain, or completing other cylinder head and engine repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than piecing together individual specialty tools, this kit provides the essential timing equipment in one convenient carrying case. The tool combination is designed for BMW M52TU, M54, and M56 six-cylinder engines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Alignment Jig\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Sprocket Assembly Jig\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Rigid Chain Tensioner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Chain Tensioner Lock Pin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x VANOS Compressed Air Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Camshaft Locking Fixture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Top Dead Center Pin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x VANOS Turning Wrench\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Storage \/ Carrying Suitcase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Dual VANOS Rebuilds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemoving and reinstalling the Dual VANOS unit requires the engine's mechanical timing to be properly maintained. The camshafts and crankshaft must be correctly positioned, and the timing chain and sprocket assemblies need to be properly set during reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit provides the specialty tools needed to perform those procedures accurately and is an excellent companion to our \u003cstrong\u003eM52TU \/ M54 Dual VANOS Rebuild Kits\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual VANOS removal and installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamshaft removal and installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCylinder head repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming chain service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming guide replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine rebuilding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead gasket replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral engine timing work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTool Functions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecamshaft locking fixture\u003c\/strong\u003e holds the camshafts in their proper timing position, while the \u003cstrong\u003eTop Dead Center pin\u003c\/strong\u003e locks the engine at TDC. The alignment and sprocket jigs assist with correctly positioning the Dual VANOS timing components, and the rigid chain tensioner applies the necessary preload to the timing chain during the timing procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ecompressed air connection\u003c\/strong\u003e is also included for VANOS service procedures, along with the specialty VANOS turning wrench. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for BMW six-cylinder engines equipped with Dual VANOS, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM52TUB25 — 2.5L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM52TUB28 — 2.8L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM54B22 — 2.2L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM54B25 — 2.5L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM54B30 — 3.0L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM56B25 — 2.5L SULEV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBMW Fitment Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM52TUB25 — 2.5L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e323i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e323Ci\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e323ti*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1998–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e523i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1998–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE36\/7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ3 2.3 \/ 2.5*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*M52TUB25 model names and availability vary by market. The M52TU tool application includes E46 323, E39 523i, and Z3 applications. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM52TUB28 — 2.8L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e328i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e328Ci\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e528i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE36\/7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ3 2.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE36\/8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ3 Coupe 2.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e728i \/ 728iL*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1998–2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*European\/international-market application. M52TUB28 tool fitment includes the E46 328, E39 528i, Z3 2.8, and E38 728i.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM54B22 — 2.2L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e320i \/ 320Ci*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e520i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE36\/7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ3 2.2i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE60\/E61\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e520i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2003–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE85\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4 2.2i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2003–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Primarily European\/international-market applications. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM54B25 — 2.5L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e325i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e325Ci\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e325xi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e325ti*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e525i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e525i Touring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE60\/E61\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e525i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2004–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE83\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX3 2.5i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2004–2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE36\/7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ3 2.5i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE85\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4 2.5i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2003–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Model availability varies by market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM54B30 — 3.0L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330Ci\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330xi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e530i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE60\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e530i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2004–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE53\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX5 3.0i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE83\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX3 3.0i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2004–2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE36\/7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ3 3.0i Roadster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE36\/8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ3 3.0i Coupe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2001–2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE85\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ4 3.0i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2003–2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the primary M54B30 applications covered by this timing tool set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM56B25 — 2.5L SULEV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is also compatible with the \u003cstrong\u003eM56B25 SULEV engine\u003c\/strong\u003e found in select BMW E46 325 models. M56 engines use the same applicable Dual VANOS timing tooling covered by this set. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Fitment Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBMW engine availability varies by \u003cstrong\u003eproduction date and market\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly for European-market models. Always verify your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor North American cars, the most common applications are the \u003cstrong\u003eE46 323\/325\/328\/330, E39 525\/528\/530, E53 X5 3.0i, E83 X3 2.5i\/3.0i, Z3 2.5\/2.8\/3.0, and early E85 Z4 2.5i\/3.0i\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Right Tools for the Job\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper engine timing isn't the place for guesswork. If you're rebuilding your Dual VANOS unit or performing major timing or cylinder head work, having the correct fixtures makes it easier to keep the crankshaft, camshafts, timing chain, and VANOS system properly positioned throughout the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eeight specialty timing tools and a dedicated carrying case\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit gives you the equipment needed to tackle M52TU, M54, and M56 Dual VANOS timing work correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VANOS Rebuild Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43222197960798,"sku":"B08M6267Y5","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0845\/3982\/files\/vrk-m52tu-m54-m56-vanos-tool-kit01.png?v=1787831065"},{"product_id":"m60-m62-m62tu-camshaft-locking-tool-kit","title":"M60 | M62 | M62TU Camshaft Locking Tool Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBMW M60 \/ M62 \/ M62TU V8 Camshaft Timing \u0026amp; Locking Tool Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProperly set and lock engine timing during major repairs with this \u003cstrong\u003eBMW M60 \/ M62 \/ M62TU V8 Camshaft Timing Tool Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. This comprehensive kit includes the specialty fixtures needed to lock the camshafts and crankshaft, preload the timing chain, position the VANOS components on applicable M62TU engines, and correctly set mechanical timing during reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an especially useful kit when performing \u003cstrong\u003eM62TU VANOS repairs, timing chain guide replacement, cylinder head work, camshaft removal, or a complete engine rebuild\u003c\/strong\u003e. The later M62TU added VANOS to the intake camshafts, making proper timing and the correct specialty tools particularly important during service. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Timing Tool Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than piecing together individual BMW specialty tools, this kit provides the major timing and locking fixtures needed for M60, M62, and M62TU V8 engine service in one convenient carrying case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2x Camshaft Locking Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2x Camshaft Sensor Locking Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2x Secondary Tensioner Pins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Timing Chain Tensioner Block\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x VANOS Adjuster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Timing Chain Pre-Tension Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Flywheel Locking Pin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x VANOS Solenoid Socket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Crankshaft Alignment Pin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1x Portable Storage \/ Carrying Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOEM Equivalent Tool Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to perform the functions of BMW specialty tools including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e112445 • 112441 • 112442 • 112446 • 113390 • 115180 • 112300 • 116420 • 116452 • 116451 • 113310 • 116440 • 117380\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for M62TU VANOS \u0026amp; Timing Chain Service\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M62TU is well known for requiring major timing system service as these engines age. Replacing timing chain guides, removing the VANOS assemblies, or performing cylinder head work requires the crankshaft and camshafts to remain precisely positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit provides the fixtures necessary to correctly hold and position those components during disassembly and reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM62TU VANOS removal and installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVANOS rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming chain guide replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming chain replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming chain tensioner service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamshaft removal and installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCylinder head repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead gasket replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete engine rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral M60 \/ M62 \/ M62TU timing service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for applicable BMW V8 engines including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM60B30 — 3.0L V8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM60B40 — 4.0L V8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM62B35 — 3.5L V8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM62TUB35 — 3.5L V8 with VANOS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM62B44 — 4.4L V8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM62TUB44 — 4.4L V8 with VANOS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM62B46 \/ M62TUB46 — 4.6L V8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBMW Fitment Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM60B30 — 3.0L V8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE34\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e530i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1993–1995\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e730i \/ 730iL*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1992–1994\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e730i \/ 730iL*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1994–1996\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*European\/international-market applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM60B40 — 4.0L V8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE34\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1993–1995\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e740i \/ 740iL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1993–1994\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e740i \/ 740iL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1995–1996\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE31\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e840Ci\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1994–1995\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM62B35 — 3.5L V8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e535i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1996–1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e735i \/ 735iL*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1996–1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese were primarily European and international-market models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM62TUB35 — 3.5L VANOS V8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e535i*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1998–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e735i \/ 735iL*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1998–2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M62TUB35 introduced the Technical Update and VANOS to the 3.5-liter M62. M62B44 — 4.4L V8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1997–1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e740i \/ 740iL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1996–1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE31\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e840Ci\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1996–1999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-TU M62B44 was used in the E39 540i, E38 740i\/740iL, and later E31 840Ci before the introduction of the VANOS-equipped M62TU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM62TUB44 — 4.4L VANOS V8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540i Sedan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540i Touring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e740i \/ 740iL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1999–2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE53\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX5 4.4i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2000–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBMW introduced the M62TU to the U.S. market beginning with 09\/1998 production, including the E39 540i and E38 740i\/740iL. The updated engine added VANOS along with revised cylinder heads, timing cases, timing chain components, and other changes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM62B46 \/ M62TUB46 — 4.6L V8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE53\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX5 4.6is\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2002–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4.6-liter engine used in the E53 X5 4.6is was developed from the M62TU architecture and uses VANOS on the intake camshafts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Fitment Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every tool in the case is required for every engine listed. The \u003cstrong\u003eM60 and early non-VANOS M62 engines do not use the same VANOS-specific procedures as the later M62TU\u003c\/strong\u003e, so some of the VANOS tools are specifically intended for M62TU applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the correct BMW timing procedure for your specific engine code and production date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Right Tools for BMW V8 Timing Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBMW M60, M62, and especially M62TU timing work requires precise positioning of the crankshaft, camshafts, timing chains, and VANOS components. Trying to complete a major timing service without the correct locking and alignment fixtures can make an already involved repair significantly more difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the \u003cstrong\u003ecamshaft locking fixtures, chain pre-tensioning tools, VANOS tools, crankshaft locking equipment, and carrying case all included\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit gives you the specialty equipment needed for everything from an M62TU VANOS rebuild to a complete timing chain guide overhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VANOS Rebuild Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43222204940382,"sku":"B099DWYLQV","price":154.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0845\/3982\/files\/vrk-m60-m62-m62tu-vanos-tool-kit01.png?v=1787831750"}],"url":"https:\/\/vanosrebuildkits.com\/collections\/tools.oembed","provider":"VANOS Rebuild Kits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}