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2003 Hyundai Tiburon Repair Question


Topics covered: Valves, Engine, Piston.
Mileage: 113,000 miles.

Asked on October 28, 2012

Hyundai Tiburon Valves Problem

Timing belt broke while on highway do the pistons hit the valves and cause more damage?
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Replied on October 28, 2012

This is an interference engine so be prepared for damages to the valves. You can check the calve clearance before coming to a conclusion as there are cases of interference engines valves surviving broken belts.

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