2004 318i N42 timing chain tensioner

[ryanhouston_e46]

Hi guys

Does anyone have any pics of where this part is in the engine bay? I have read that it is quite an easy DIY job to change the tensioner alone, and can save the chain from slipping (Noisy cold starts)

 

[Die_Miek]

THIS MIGHT HELP:thumb:

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=7636