2003 Toyota Yaris Repair Question
Topics covered: Engine, Timing chain, Engine damage.
Mileage: 85,000 miles.
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.
Answer
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.