When did Nissan stop using the timing chain?
All Nissan X-trails from 2000 to 2017 with the QR20DE, QR25DE, SR20VET, M9R etc engines have a timing chain.
When do you know to change the timing chain?
A timing chain runs inside the engine, as it needs to be lubricated by the engine oil. A timing belt typically needs to be replaced between 40,000 and 100,000 miles depending on the vehicle and it’s a few hundred dollar repair. A timing chain doesn’t need to be replaced unless there is a problem with it.
Do you need to replace timing chain on 2012 Nissan Frontier?
A 2012 Frontier shouldn’t need timing chains replaced, but I guess there’s always the exception. I hope the new parts actually fixes the noise you heard. Below are examples of a worn through tensioner face vs. a good tensioner face:
Are there any problems with the Nissan chain?
Nissan Timing Chain Problems. Certain Nissan vehicles are gaining a reputation for early problems in the timing chain system, including issues with the chain tensioners, guides, and shoes. Some have suggested that a manufacturing defect created timing chains with sharper edges that rapidly saw through their guides.
When did Nissan know about the timing chain problems?
The lawsuit claims that Nissan has known about the defects since 2004 and references a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that Nissan sent to its dealers regarding “buzzing and whining noises” from the timing chain. As part of the TSB, dealers were told to offer “goodwill adjustments” to owners, but only those that specifically asked for it.
A 2012 Frontier shouldn’t need timing chains replaced, but I guess there’s always the exception. I hope the new parts actually fixes the noise you heard. Below are examples of a worn through tensioner face vs. a good tensioner face:
When do timing chains need to be replaced?
The chain doesn’t have to be replaced. The chain guides and hydraulic tensioners will have problems before the chain. If/when the guides/tensioners need service then change the chains. You have a problem when there is a rattling from the timing chains that doesn’t go away after a minute or two.
How much do I get reimbursed for Nissan timing chain?
For vehicles that exceed 80,000 miles but less than 100,001 miles, a Nissan customer may receive reimbursement of 50% of the first $900 of costs paid by the Nissan customer, or a voucher in the amount of $1,000 towards the purchase of a new Nissan vehicle.