Why is the timing on my camshaft not correct?
The most likely cause I can come up with is that the camshaft timing is not correct. When you installed the timing belt, did you align the marks on the crankshaft and camshaft pulleys, turn the engine over manually a time or two, and verify the marks were still properly aligned? These steps are vital to getting this job right.
Can a camshaft be turned without a belt?
However, both camshafts need to be lined up with the timing marks as well as the crankshaft turned to TDC before you install the belt to keep everything lined up correctly. My belt guide also shows this not to be an interference engine, so the cam shafts and crankshafts can be turned independently without causing damage.
What happens if you try to turn a crankshaft while timing chain is off?
If you are trying to turn the crankshaft while the timing chain is off, you may have an open valve that is hitting a piston. This can be a big deal and you can damage the valve if you try too hard.
When did you install the timing belt on your car?
When you installed the timing belt, did you align the marks on the crankshaft and camshaft pulleys, turn the engine over manually a time or two, and verify the marks were still properly aligned? These steps are vital to getting this job right.
When you installed the timing belt, did you align the marks on the crankshaft and camshaft pulleys, turn the engine over manually a time or two, and verify the marks were still properly aligned? These steps are vital to getting this job right.
The most likely cause I can come up with is that the camshaft timing is not correct. When you installed the timing belt, did you align the marks on the crankshaft and camshaft pulleys, turn the engine over manually a time or two, and verify the marks were still properly aligned? These steps are vital to getting this job right.
Can a timing chain be out of sync?
This can be a big deal and you can damage the valve if you try too hard. Normally you would set the engine up on the timing marks before removing the timing chain, and not turn the crank or camshaft until the new chain is installed. If the crank and cam are out of sync the valves can interfere.
If you are trying to turn the crankshaft while the timing chain is off, you may have an open valve that is hitting a piston. This can be a big deal and you can damage the valve if you try too hard.