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2003 Toyota Yaris Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Timing chain, Engine damage.
Mileage: 85,000 miles.

Asked on September 27, 2011

Think my timing chain has gone

If the chain has gone will my car still turnover.
Avatar Asked by Teena 21

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Replied on September 27, 2011

Ooops forgot to say Thanks.

Tiny Response from Teena 21
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Replied on September 27, 2011

Your motor has a timing chain. This makes it a non-interference motor which is good. When the chain failsm, the motor shuts down to prevent engine damage.
You cannot turnover the engine as this acts as a lockout. The timing chain will have to be replaced before the engine will turnover.

Tiny Answered by DrCranknWrench (expert)
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