Timing chain

Tiny
JIMFARNSLEY
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  • 2001 SUZUKI VITARA
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 146,000 MILES
I put a new timing chain set in my engine. I am sure set the marks in the correct position. However, the engine will not start unless I rotate the cam sensor counter clock wise fully. Even then it idles very rough and then stalls. Attempts at acceleration seem to be low power. What could the problem be? Incorrect timing?

Thanks in advance
Monday, July 17th, 2017 AT 8:29 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sure sounds like the cam timing of way off. Here is a guide so you can confirm.

https://www.2carpros.com/diagrams/suzuki/vitara/2001

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, July 17th, 2017 AT 6:58 PM
Tiny
JIMBOCLEATUS
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Sorry, I took so long to get back but the problem was not the timing. It was the Idle Air Control Valve.
Thanks for the help guys.
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Thursday, August 24th, 2017 AT 10:12 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.

Cheers, Ken
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Thursday, August 24th, 2017 AT 10:32 AM

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