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1998 Chevrolet Malibu Repair Question


Topics covered: Timing chain, Balance shaft, Engine.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on October 26, 2009

1998 Chevy Malibu Adjusting timing chain

Engine Performance problem
1998 Chevy Malibu 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 160000 miles

Once the timing chain is reached, how do you adjust the chain properly.
Avatar Asked by grwilliamsiii

Answer

Replied on October 27, 2009

Timing chains don't adjust they are replaced along with gears. Balance shaft has adjustment see diagram


http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Graphic_215.jpg


If chain is noisy you maybe able to replace tensioner and block.


http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Grafic_3_65.jpg

Tiny Answered by Docfixit (expert)
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