How much does it cost to replace a timing chain on a 2008 Saturn Vue?

How much does it cost to replace a timing chain on a 2008 Saturn Vue?

The average cost for a Saturn Vue timing chain and gear set replacement is between $710 and $830. Labor costs are estimated between $458 and $577 while parts are priced at $252.

Can you change timing chain without taking engine out?

My mechanic claims that he did change the timing chain on an Acadia 2007 without pulling out the whole engine fro the car. Is that possible as to all what i read in the forum, engine has to be taken out.

When to replace timing chain on GM 3.6L VVT?

From my research this issue is a known and common major repair needed between 100K and 180K miles on vehicles with the 3.6l VVT motor. This repair is not recommended for amateur mechanics (such as myself) and would be much easier if a lift was used to drop the engine from the vehicle as demonstrated in other videos on youtube.

What is the error code for timing chain replacement?

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Where is the hole in the timing chain?

The triangular marks should be aligned. The painted link on the right intermediate shaft should be aligned with the hole in the rear gear. The left camshafts will be aligned as shown when in stage two timing position. (Fig. 6)

My mechanic claims that he did change the timing chain on an Acadia 2007 without pulling out the whole engine fro the car. Is that possible as to all what i read in the forum, engine has to be taken out.

The triangular marks should be aligned. The painted link on the right intermediate shaft should be aligned with the hole in the rear gear. The left camshafts will be aligned as shown when in stage two timing position. (Fig. 6)

Where to install en 48383-3 timing chain?

EN 48383-3 should be installed on the right bank, or bank 1. The triangular marks should be aligned. The painted link on the right intermediate shaft should be aligned with the hole in the rear gear.

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