Do I need to replace timing gears?
Signs that point toward your timing gears need to be replaced include: The engine starts but the vehicle runs poorly after it is started. Noise from the engine or front of the vehicle. The engine does not turn on at all.
Can a bad timing chain cause shifting problems?
Common signs include the transmission having difficulty shifting, Check Engine Light coming on, vehicle not starting, and loss of engine power.
What causes timing gears to go bad?
Those attributed to timing gear failure could be caused by the timing gear itself, the timing chain rubbing or hitting something it shouldn’t, or the timing chain guides being broken or worn out. This is a symptom that may be present at the start of the problem or as the problem progresses and should not be ignored.
When do you know to change the timing chain?
A timing chain runs inside the engine, as it needs to be lubricated by the engine oil. A timing belt typically needs to be replaced between 40,000 and 100,000 miles depending on the vehicle and it’s a few hundred dollar repair. A timing chain doesn’t need to be replaced unless there is a problem with it.
Can a GM engine have the same timing chain?
Certain domestic engines from GM, Ford and Chrysler have the same design, but whether it’s interference or not, a timing belt or chain that breaks, stretches or is otherwise damaged is never a good thing. Belts or Chains? How Do You Choose?
When does a timing belt need to be replaced?
Whereas your timing belt will wear out and require replacement anywhere between 40,000 and 100,000 miles, a timing chain does not wear out. It will only need a replacement if something goes wrong with it.
Can a timing chain be replaced on a pushrod car?
In old-style pushrod engines, replacing the timing chain is a fairly easy task. No such luck if you have a modern front-wheel drive car with a transversely-mounted engine, as the space in the engine compartment could be very tight.