91 325iX, needs a new chain...do the gears need to be replaced at the same time also? I'm assuming there could be some damage to look for if the chain broke?
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Thanks!
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Found this:
"The weak link on the iX drivetrain seems to be the splines on the front driveshaft which mate with the chain-driven gear in the transfer case. These splines have stripped on several iXes which are owned by members in the iX Registry (now with about 1100+ members.) Apparently, the moly grease which lubricates these splines dries out or becomes contaminated with water and allows the splines to wear down. The only way to check the condition of the grease is to remove the front driveshaft (not a complicated procedure and is covered in one of the Registry newsletters.) If the splines strip, the front driveshaft must be replaced. If the female mating gear is ruined, the transfer case will need to be removed and the gear replaced."
You sure the chain is broken?
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are you sure it's the chain? does your car drive? if not, does it make any noises?Comment
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