when it is broke
its a chain not a Belt and doesn't need to be changed .
it has a timimng chain
No , the 1.9 liter four cylinder engine in a 1996 BMW 318i has a timing CHAIN
its a chain, never
1985 318i (1983-1993 ) Engine code 18 4E1 is listed as being belt driven best wishes
Most BMW's have timing chains, what year is your car?
it has a chain
Nope. All BMWs have timing chains.
It uses a cam chain.
It uses a cam chain.
need to see the marks for it
Although the year, specific model, and engine size is not stated in the question, here are some general guidelines: All the 4 cylinder BMW 3-series (318i, 320i) had a timing chain. From 1984 to 1991, the 6 cyl (325 series) had a timing belt. From 1992 and up, the 6 cyl (323, 325, 328, 335 series) had a timing chain.