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1993 Nissan NX Repair Question


Topics covered: Timing chain, Engine, Gas.
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Asked on August 28, 2010

1993 Nissan NX head gasket

Engine Mechanical problem
1993 Nissan NX 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual

i had my head gasket replaced and now at start up sounds like my timing chain tensioner failing
Avatar Asked by durtycurty

Answer

Replied on August 29, 2010

Hi there,

With the rocker cove off, look down at the side of the timing chain (use a good torch) and see if the lock hook on the chain tensioner has been released, if not flick it off with a long screw driver, see pic for a close up view of the tensioner.

mark (mhpautos)

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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Replied on August 29, 2010

sorry, forgot to add the pic.


http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/61395_Graphic_165.jpg


mark.

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
26,913 answers provided