INA ZG0581 Engine Timing Chain Tensioner - Lower

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INA ZG0581 Engine Timing Chain Tensioner - Lower

Brand	INA ZG0581
Position	Lower
Fits	BMW · 88 vehicles

OE quality and performance. Built to meet or exceed original equipment standards.

Plastic construction. Matches OEM PA66 and PA46 material and hardness grades.

Timing chain tensioner. Keeps the valve train properly tensioned.

Cross-references 5550581100 for the same application. See all 1.

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INA ZG0581 Lower Timing Chain Guide

INA ZG0581 is a lower engine timing chain guide for select BMW applications. It is built to OE-quality standards and uses plastic material formulated to match OEM PA66 and PA46 hardness requirements for consistent chain guidance.

Key Features

Lower timing chain guide for engine valve train service
OE-quality replacement from INA
Plastic material engineered to match OEM PA66 and PA46 grade hardness
Direct-fit application for select BMW engines
Cross-reference part number: 5550581100

Detailed Description

This INA timing chain guide is designed for BMW engines that use a lower guide in the timing system. The ZG0581 helps maintain proper chain routing and support in the valve train, making it a practical replacement for worn or damaged guide components. Compatible With 2001-2006 BMW 325Ci, 330Ci, X3, X5, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 525i, 530i, Z4, 325i, Z3, 323i, 323Ci, 323ti, 328Ci, 328i, 528i, 323is, and 328is applications listed in the fitment data.

Use INA ZG0581 when servicing BMW timing chain components and you need a lower guide that matches the original material specification. This part number is also referenced as 5550581100 for the same application.

Common Repair Reasons

Timing chain noise from a worn guide surface
Chain misalignment caused by guide wear
Plastic guide deterioration from age and heat cycling
Valve train service on higher-mileage BMW engines
Replacement during timing system maintenance

Installation Notes

Inspect the full timing system before installation, including the chain, tensioner, and related guides. Replace any worn or damaged components together to restore proper chain tracking. Confirm lower-position fitment against the vehicle application before assembly.

Quality Assurance

INA states this timing chain guide is manufactured to meet or exceed OE quality and performance expectations, with plastic material matched to OEM PA66 and PA46 grade requirements.

This part fits 88 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Liters	Cylinders	Position	Notes
2006	BMW	325Ci	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2006	BMW	330Ci	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2006	BMW	X3	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2006	BMW	X3	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2006	BMW	X5	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	325Ci	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	325xi	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	330Ci	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	330i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	330xi	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	525i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	530i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	X3	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	X3	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	X5	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	Z4	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2005	BMW	Z4	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	325Ci	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	325xi	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	330Ci	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	330i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	330xi	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	525i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	530i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	X3	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	X3	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	X5	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	Z4	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2004	BMW	Z4	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	325Ci	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	325xi	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	330Ci	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	330i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	330xi	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	525i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	530i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	X5	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	Z4	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2003	BMW	Z4	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	325Ci	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	325i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	325xi	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	330Ci	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	330i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	330xi	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	525i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	530i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	X5	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	Z3	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2002	BMW	Z3	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	323i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	325Ci	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	325i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	325xi	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	330Ci	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	330i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	330xi	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	525i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	530i	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	X5	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	Z3	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2001	BMW	Z3	3.0L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	323Ci	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	323i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	323ti	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	328Ci	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	328i	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	528i	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	Z3	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
2000	BMW	Z3	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1999	BMW	323i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1999	BMW	323is	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1999	BMW	323ti	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1999	BMW	328is	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1999	BMW	528i	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1999	BMW	Z3	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1999	BMW	Z3	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1998	BMW	323i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1998	BMW	323is	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1998	BMW	328is	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1998	BMW	528i	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1998	BMW	Z3	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1997	BMW	323i	2.5L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1997	BMW	328is	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1997	BMW	528i	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1997	BMW	Z3	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1996	BMW	328is	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
1996	BMW	528i	2.8L	L6	Lower	INA Global Number 555 0581 100
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5550581100