What does the tensioner do on a Hyundai Elantra?
The tensioners job is to keep the right amount of pressure on your Hyundai Elantra’s timing belt or chain. As the belt/chain stretches through normal operation, it would get loose and fall off or jump. The tensioner keeps this from happening by keeping a consistent amount of force on the belt.
What happens if the timing chain falls off a Hyundai Elantra?
Engine Won’t Start – If your Elantra’s timing chain or belt has fallen off completely, broken, or has jumped a few teeth, it is entirely possible that the engine won’t even start. You might hear it slapping around as the engine cranks over. If this is the case, the damage is already done.
Do you have to change timing chain tensioner?
No you should never have to change the chains as long as you change your oil regularly. The 5W-30 oil is fine, but you need to use a Hyundai oil filter. There is a bulletin about engine noise when not using a Hyundai filter. Try that first then see if the noise goes away. I will use a hyundai filter and get back to you.
Why does my Hyundai Elantra engine not start?
Engine Won’t Start – If your Elantra’s timing chain or belt has fallen off completely, broken, or has jumped a few teeth, it is entirely possible that the engine won’t even start. You might hear it slapping around as the engine cranks over.
Does a Hyundai Elantra have a timing belt or timing chain?
All 2004 Hyundai Elantras have timing belts and are interference engines. All 2003 Hyundai Elantras have timing belts and are interference engines. All 2002 Hyundai Elantras have timing belts and are interference engines. All 2001 Hyundai Elantras have timing belts and are interference engines.
Why does my Hyundai Elantra make a ticking noise?
In this video, we will demonstra a common problem on Hyundai Elantra with 1.8 engine. Our Hyundai Elantra has 69k miles and it developed an engine ticking noise. Especially when it is cold you can hear the ticking / knocking more. I did some research and this seems to be a common problem and most likely it is a piston slap.
How many horsepower does a Hyundai Elantra have?
2021 Hyundai Elantra Engine Type Replacement Interval (Miles) 1.6L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (Smartstream G1.6 T-G lifetime 2.0L 4 Cyl. 147 hp (Nu) lifetime 1.6L 4 Cyl. 139 hp Hybrid lifetime