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2005 Chevrolet Malibu Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Noise, Timing chain.
Mileage: 99,700 miles.

Asked on November 10, 2012

Chevrolet Malibu Engine Problem

Was idling, put in reverse, engine died, won't start. engine spins but won't start. timing chain jumped. was low on oil 3 days earlier, then loud clanking noise, help
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Replied on November 10, 2012

how do you know the chain has jumped?? it may have jumped from cam locking up from no oil which will require major engine work

Roy

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