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2008 Suzuki SX4 Timing Chain

Tiny
RIZZLE80
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  • 2008 SUZUKI SX4
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  • 50,000 MILES
I returned from a month long vacation to discover that my Suzuki won't start. It sounded like it was trying to turn over, but couldn't. I had it towed to the garage and now they are saying that the timing chain broke and severely damaged the engine. The car was running perfectly before I left, and there were no warning signs. Is this possible?
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Friday, May 23rd, 2014 AT 5:52 AM

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Tiny
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Yes it's possible the chainor belt could have broken just shutting the engine off. Probably bent some valves.
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Friday, May 23rd, 2014 AT 6:06 AM
Tiny
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Thanks for the info. Any idea why the chain/belt would go on a car with such low mileage? Maintenance has all been up to date.
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Friday, May 23rd, 2014 AT 6:43 AM
Tiny
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If it's a belt if oil got on it it will shorten the life dramatically if it's a chain it's possible the tensioner broke and or pulley wore out.
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Friday, May 23rd, 2014 AT 8:06 AM

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