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2003 Pontiac Vibe Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Mechanic, Timing chain.
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Asked on May 20, 2010

2003 Pontiac Vibe Timing belt broke

Engine Mechanical problem
2003 Pontiac Vibe 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 250000 miles

mechanic Who I don't know says the timeing belt broke and now the engine in no good. Will this destroy the engine? Please help
Avatar Asked by katty2008

Answer

Replied on June 30, 2010

It has a timing chain, not a belt, I would get a second opinion. While they (chains) can break, it is RARE.

Tiny Answered by mmprince4000 (expert)
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