1984 BMW 325 timing belt broke

1984 BMW 325
104,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MELSY73
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Car made a loud noise timing belt broke,does that mean my motor is blown?
Jan 21, 2010 at 12:19 PM
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On a 325 , When the timing belt breaks it bends the intake and exhaust valves . you must remove cylinder head to exchange valves. also replace water pump at this time, along with the timing belt and tensioner.
Jan 21, 2010 at 5:53 PM
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