The tensioner is an important part of a car’s timing chain system. If it wears out, the engine will not perform well. Therefore, if you have a gut feeling that your MINI’s timing chain tensioner is failing, simply replace it.
16. A faulty timing chain tensioner can make it
impossible for you to start the car.
17. Some of the other issues that can
result in a similar problem are;
Worn spark
plugs
Issues with the fuel and air processing units
An empty gas tank