1996 Dodge Neon Tensioner Pulley and Timing Belt failure

Tiny
BDIZZLE82
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  • 1996 DODGE NEON
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 140,000 MILES
The other day my car lost power as I was driving down the highway and going up a hill. I listened closely to hear what was going on, did not hear anything but shortly after the engine died and would not start. I further discovered that the timing belt housing was damaged due to the belt slipping off the pulley, however it never fell completely off and the tensioner pulley was ruined. I have since heard that there may be extensive internal damage due to it being an intereference engine. I was wondering the proper way to check for damage. I have removed the valve cover and there appears to be nothing wrong. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thursday, August 13th, 2009 AT 5:42 PM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

The damage if any will be internal, replace the belt and any faulty pulleys, check the vale timing and do a compression test to check for bent valves.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Thursday, August 13th, 2009 AT 6:19 PM

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