Do you need to change timing chain on Primera?
I wonder if the worksheet just covers all eventualities (ie not specific to my car), as I believe the Primera (which is a 2.0 petrol on an X plate) has a timing chain not a cambelt – in which case nothing needs to be changed. Can one of the experts out there confirm that my car has a timing chain, and that therefore it does not need to be changed?
How much does it cost to replace cam chain?
I’m assuming a car dealer would laugh off the suggestion of a 1k reduction in price for the ‘what if’ the cam chain needs replacing! Also, other than the usual, history/condition etc.. is there anything specific to check on these? 1320 charge £662.40 Timing Chain Kit Supplied & Fitted .
What should timing be for worn cam chain?
First, with the worn chain installed I checked the cam timing. Then I installed the new chain and rechecked the timing. In the table below you can see the intake cam timing was retarded by 6.625° and the exhaust by 9.50° when compared to the new cam chain timing values.
How much does a timing chain kit cost?
Also, other than the usual, history/condition etc.. is there anything specific to check on these? 1320 charge £662.40 Timing Chain Kit Supplied & Fitted . R56 . Gen2. 2007-2010.
First, with the worn chain installed I checked the cam timing. Then I installed the new chain and rechecked the timing. In the table below you can see the intake cam timing was retarded by 6.625° and the exhaust by 9.50° when compared to the new cam chain timing values.
How does a cam chain adjuster plate work?
If the adjuster is a plate it may pull on both ends of the adjuster making it bow in the middle and push on the Cam Chain or the plate may hinge on one end and the adjuster spring and rod push on the center of the plate. Cam Chain Adjuster Sprocket. Cam Chain Adjuster Roller. Cam Chain Adjuster Plate.
What was the change in the Nissan Primera?
Changes brought in during the spring of 2004 saw the Primera’s exterior styling unaltered but various modifications to the interior and boosted equipment levels made the car a more desirable proposition. Rear parking cameras and satellite navigation on all bar the entry level models made the Primera one of the best equipped cars in its class.
When to replace cam chain on Honda 350cc twins?
The early Honda 350cc twins had a tensioner controled by oil pressure. Check your shop manual. If the Cam Chain is real noisy and the noise does not go away when you adjust it, the Cam Chain is worn out and needs to be replaced.
Is there a timing belt on a Nissan Pulsar?
Reference the model year with the corresponding engine to see if your car has a belt or a chain. Which models have a belt/chain? All Nissan Pulsar cars have a timing chain except ones with the 1.5 Diesel that was featured in the sixth generation. Pulsar cars with the 1.5 Diesel have a timing belt. .
Is the Micra a cam belt or timing chain?
The micra will have a cam chain too- most nissans of the era did, however, now they are under renault’s control this might change! There have been numerous discussions on this forum over chain/belt and which is best. Chains are obviously stronger, but need frequent oil changes or can rattle with age (some chains have been known to snap however).
Where is the timing belt in a car?
timing belt timing chain The timing chain is located in the car’s engine, and it synchronizes the various parts of the engine so they can work together. It transmits the crankshaft’s movements to the camshaft and is made of metal links like a chain. This allows it to grab on to the different gears and wheels.
I wonder if the worksheet just covers all eventualities (ie not specific to my car), as I believe the Primera (which is a 2.0 petrol on an X plate) has a timing chain not a cambelt – in which case nothing needs to be changed. Can one of the experts out there confirm that my car has a timing chain, and that therefore it does not need to be changed?
What kind of car is the Nissan Primera?
There were hatch, saloon and estate models offered in S, SX, SE, SVE or T-spec levels of trim. Though priced a little higher than Primera customers had paid in the past, Nissan was quick to point out that the car was safer, more comfortable and better refined, as well as being significantly better equipped than its rivals.
When did the Nissan Primera Camino come out?
Estate began production from September 1997. Alongside the original Primera, the Nissan Primera Camino was launched as a badge engineered model for different dealer networks.
When did Nissan Primera STCC edition come out?
Production ended in June 2002. The Primera STCC Edition (named for the Swedish Touring Car Championship) is a limited production model based on the Primera Sport. One hundred examples were made. It had the same engine as the Primera Sport, but it was lowered 25 mm (1.0 in), had headlight “goggles” and had a bigger wing.