Question on Turbocharged Engine Timing Chain Guides Replacement

A 2009 Mini S w/ 45k;on a Timing Chain Tensioner Kit Install,do you recommend changing Ribbed Belt, Water Pump and INA/Litens Accessory/Belt Tensioner as well? I am changing spec. anti-freeze & oil & filter as well.How many miles do you recommend b/4 changing a 2nd time soon after the procedure. Would you use a lighter wt. synthetic after the Timing Chain Tensioner Kit Install-before the 2nd oil chg.?

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[Nick at Pelican Parts]

Use the recommended oil spec from MINI. Nothing else.

I would replace the water pump if you have the budget, that removes the scenario of going back in shortly after. Tensioner should be Ok.

- Nick

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

Depending on your budget, you can purchase our water pump super kits here: 2009 Mini Cooper S Hatchback - Water Pump, Thermostat & Hoses - Page 1. Include a bunch of stuff to replace, including the thermostat.

the timing belt should be good for 80k at minimum. Usually MINI owners report an issue around 100k, but with our timing chain kits you get the newest and smoothest 82mm tensioner that should help a bit.

Febi is a good one: 2009 Mini Cooper S Hatchback - Camshafts & Timing Chains - Page 1

Let me know if you have any other questions.