How much does it cost to get a timing chain replaced UK?
How much does timing chain replacement cost in the UK? The cost of timing chain replacement for most cars is on average between £500 and £1,300. This is made up of the cost of materials for the timing chain and labour for the replacement.
How do you change the timing chain on a Jaguar?
First, take out the right hand bank primary chain. Then, detach the variable valve timing (VVT) solenoid and the bush carrier. Then, lodge the camshaft locking tool to the left hand bank camshaft and align the shafts as required. Next, unfasten the exhaust camshaft sprocket bolt and the intake VVT unit bolt.
How much does it cost to replace chain tensioner on Jaguar XK?
Part of my sale included resolution of all existing mechanical issues. One of the mechanical symptoms was: when the engine was cold there was a valve ticking noise. Sure enough, the timing chains, tensioners, blade, guide, several seals and gaskets were replaced. $840 for parts, $1,300 for labor. Warranty paid for it all!
What causes a 2004 XJ8 Jaguar timing chain rattling noise?
What could cause a 2004 XJ8 Jaguar to produce a timing chain rattling noise? This could be from a damaged intake cam gear variable valve timing (VVT) unit. The spring inside the unit could be at fault causing this noise. The best option is to replace the entire VVT assembly as it cannot be replaced in parts.
What was the problem with the chain tensioner on my 1998 Jaguar?
Nalley of Roswell, GA, Thsi tensioner thing is a real problem. I have a 1998 VDP with the 4.0 liter engine. With the car out of warranty and with 69000 miles on the engine, one of the chain tensioners failed, resulting in one of the valves punching through a piston.
Part of my sale included resolution of all existing mechanical issues. One of the mechanical symptoms was: when the engine was cold there was a valve ticking noise. Sure enough, the timing chains, tensioners, blade, guide, several seals and gaskets were replaced. $840 for parts, $1,300 for labor. Warranty paid for it all!
Can a 1999 XK8 have chain tensioner problems?
This topic is for discussion of chain tensioner problems on some of the older XK models, and how you deal with them. 1997-1999 XK8s can suffer from timing chain tensioner problems. A 2000 model would be better while 2003-2006 are the best. 2003 XKs had over 900 changes. I just spent $4200 to replace the tensioners, chains, etc on my 1999 XK8.
Nalley of Roswell, GA, Thsi tensioner thing is a real problem. I have a 1998 VDP with the 4.0 liter engine. With the car out of warranty and with 69000 miles on the engine, one of the chain tensioners failed, resulting in one of the valves punching through a piston.
How does a chain tensioner work on a JAG?
That’s an expensive failure. Gwen – The Jag V8 you have uses a chain drive (like a bicycle chain) to drive the cams that open and close the engine’s valves. The tensioners keep the chain tight so it doesn’t flop around; they work like the spring loaded derailleur on a bike.