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2004 Ford F-150 Engine Problem with 105000 miles: Have 5.4 engine that has had regular mobil 1 5/20 oil changes with a motorcraft filter,truck runs fine with a rough idol at times,lately ...; Asked by rdm429 about 3 days ago - 1 Answer
2007 Toyota Highlander Repair Problem with 110000 miles: Car: 2007 Toyota Highlander (base model) w/ 110k miles Dealership is quoting: $894.97 for Idler pully replacement $293.68 for ...; Asked by sawabial about 13 days ago - 5 Answers
2004 Chrysler Sebring Engine Problem with 75000 miles: The timing chain was just replaced with a new tensioner on a 2.7l v6 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. The engine was turned over after the ...; Asked by zx10234 about 17 days ago - 2 Answers
2001 Dodge Durango Electrical Problem with 100458 miles: I bought an 01 Durango that needed a timing chain and tensioner (typical). Replaced chain, tensioner, and guides. No bent valves, etc. ...; Asked by jared7976 about 17 days ago - 1 Answer
2002 Suzuki Aerio Noise Problem with 10400 miles: I just bought this car to do a engine swap with a 2008 SX4 donor car I have. i found the head to be different, with the cam position sensors...; Asked by Kdzee about 1 month ago - 7 Answers
2002 Oldsmobile Alero Engine Problem with 150000 miles: Ok, I have tried everything else so here goes. From the beginning. I noticed that when my car was at a red light and I had the break pressed...; Asked by landshark1980 about 1 month ago - 7 Answers
1998 Nissan Sunny Engine Problem with 60900 miles: Please help me with the following; - Servicing intervals for Nissan Sunny GA15-DE engine, this should include oil/filter change, fuel ...; Asked by YN1978 about 1 month ago - 3 Answers
2003 Saturn L200 Engine Problem: This is the third time my saturn has jumped time. why would the timing chain keep coming loose enough for it to jump time this much?; Asked by jared freeman about 2 months ago - 6 Answers
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Engine Problem with 180000 miles: Why would the timining chain keep breaking this has happened 4 times already and is going again; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2000 Jaguar XJ8 Engine Problem with 116000 miles: Have records and invoices from dealership with last owner that the primary and secondary tensioners and chains were replaced. Have a semi ...; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 2 Answers
2003 Toyota Corolla with 118000 miles: I was just told by toyota that i have a major timing cover leak and a timing chain tensioner 0 ring leak and finally a power steering fluid ...; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2004 SEAT Ibiza Drivetrain Problem with 89000 miles: I need to know when to change the timing gear, also is it a belt or chain on my 1.2 ibiza 2004; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2000 Dodge Dakota Engine Problem with 140000 miles: Have a 2.5 motor. replaced timing gear and crank sensor. tk starts fine and runs fine. then starts jerking and bucking for a few seconds ...; Asked by strongoak52 about 2 months ago - 2 Answers
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Problem with 166000 miles: 1999 jeep grand cherokee v8 4.3l jump time on drivers side bent valves replaced valves and timing chain and tensioner retimed the jeep like ...; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
1996 Nissan Maxima Engine Problem with 185 miles: I have a 1996 nissan maxima gle. I was told that i need tk replace a timing belt on the car after getting it. Anyone can help with the ...; Asked by nissanboy about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2002 Pontiac Grand Am Engine Problem with 195000 miles: I purchased the Grand Am last July from my mechanic, who had replaced the engine with a newer one,(121000km). Back in December I was ...; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2010 Chevrolet Equinox Engine Problem with 37000 miles: This vehicle looses oil but does not leave any signs on the floor. This has happened twice in the past year. It was found to be down at ...; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2002 Jeep Cherokee Engine Problem: How to install jeep 3.7 timing chain tensioner?; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2003 Hyundai Sonata Engine Problem with 275000 miles: Can a timing belt system be replaced by a timing chain system?; Asked by (pending member) about 2 months ago - 1 Answer
2002 Dodge Intrepid Engine Problem with 132000 miles: If the timing chain jumps does it mean the engine is gone and needs replacing on a 2.7 2002; Asked by cyotekid about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2000 Lexus RX 300 Repair Problem with 120 miles: How Long Does it take to change the timing chain; Asked by (pending member) about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2006 Cadillac STS with 83000 miles: Can low oil pressure cause a misfire on an sts 3.6; Asked by (pending member) about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2005 Audi A4 with 132865 miles: Hi Guys Ive had a breakdown and my cam chain and tensioner gave way and i had to replace them, but my major problem is that as ive put ...; Asked by Zeeman70 about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2001 Mercury Sable Engine Problem with 120000 miles: The pawl in the timing chain tensioner broke the piece that ratchets.What problems can happen if not replaced.; Asked by (pending member) about 3 months ago - 0 Answers
2005 Mercedes Benz C180 with 114000 miles: I have changed my timing chain as well as the tensioner, camshaft pulleys. At around 2500 revs i am getting a noise from the engine. like a...; Asked by commserv about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2004 Pontiac Sunfire Engine Problem with 76000 miles: Does 2004 sunfire have a timing chain or belt? and when is the best time to change it? has around 76000 miles; Asked by (pending member) about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2001 Ford Crown Victoria Noise Problem with 179 miles: I have a 2001 ford crown Victoria...I just got the timeing belt changed hopping that was the knocking problem that I was hearing...it's stil...; Asked by (pending member) about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2004 BMW 316 Engine Problem with 35541 miles: BMW 316ti rattle noise from 3rd quarter of engine farthest from bumper. Starts fine drives fine no apparent loss of power. Noise starts ...; Asked by Hellzbellz about 3 months ago - 1 Answer
2007 Pontiac G6 Engine Problem with 106601 miles: Does my Pontiac have a timing belt or chain and should I replace it?; Asked by (pending member) about 3 months ago - 3 Answers
2005 Cadillac CTS Engine Problem with 78000 miles: I have a cts with timing chain problems and one dealer wants to replace the cam chaft actuators and the seals around the spark plug gaskets...; Asked by dsamms about 4 months ago - 3 Answers
2002 Ford F-150 Drivetrain Problem with 200 miles: Looking at a f150 Lightning with supercharger....runs strong despite high mileage...what should i look for with this engine and how do i ...; Asked by (pending member) about 4 months ago - 1 Answer
1998 Mercury Mystique Noise Problem with 71000 miles: When my car is at an idle we hear a clicking sound by the water pump and timing chain you can not hear it inside the car when you are ...; Asked by (pending member) about 4 months ago - 2 Answers
2000 Mercury Mountaineer Engine Problem with 141000 miles: Why my engene light never came on? I heard a squiking noise coming from engine and so I replace the tension pully with new belt, but the ...; Asked by (pending member) about 4 months ago - 1 Answer
2007 BMW 320D Engine Problem with 109000 miles: Timing chain issue - my bmw 320d 57 plate engine has just had the timing chain snap, is this normal at 109000 miles, is this due to wear and...; Asked by (pending member) about 4 months ago - 1 Answer
2003 Nissan Altima Engine Problem with 126500 miles: Hi, how can i replace the water pump on this car with 3.5 engine; Asked by (pending member) about 4 months ago - 1 Answer
1995 Toyota Tacoma Engine Problem with 180000 miles: If the Main Cam (the one that the timing chain turns) is at TDC (mark vertical), does the Distributor Cam (the one that drives the ...; Asked by volumetry about 4 months ago - 4 Answers
1991 Mercedes Benz 190e Noise Problem with 194 miles: So I have a 91 190Emercedes 2.3 8vall 5 speed. There is a noise that started out like a marble in a glass jar from around the alternator/...; Asked by (pending member) about 4 months ago - 1 Answer
2006 Nissan X-Trail with 145000 miles: As the power steering pump is driven by the timing chain, are there any precautions with regard to the removal of the pump? with regard to ...; Asked by (pending member) about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
2002 Saturn SL2 Engine Problem with 160000 miles: How much work is it to replace a head gasket on the above mentioned car for an average mechanically inclined person? and what all will I ...; Asked by (pending member) about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
2004 Ford F-150 Engine Problem with 165000 miles: My machanic is charging me a little over $2000 for fixing my truck.2 sensors on front of the valve covers and the timing sprocket spring....; Asked by (pending member) about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
1999 Ford Mustang Engine Problem with 166000 miles: 3.8 motor has been running great till one day I started it up and blue smoke puffed from the tailpipe. Then, after acceleration from a stop ...; Asked by oksoonfan about 5 months ago - 7 Answers
2001 Dodge Stratus with 140000 miles: I started my 2001 stratus on a very cold morning, it made a growling noise for about 5 seconds and then idled as normal. When I back out ...; Asked by (pending member) about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier with 260000 miles: How do u change a water pump on a 2.4 l; Asked by (pending member) about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
1995 Nissan Maxima Engine Problem with 94789 miles: Im trying to change my water pump but i have no idea where its at. Can u send me a diagram on the location and how to replace it. Thank...; Asked by bersyl671 about 5 months ago - 5 Answers
1995 Nissan Maxima Engine Problem with 143976 miles: My maxima is a v6 3.0 L and i want to replace the water pump. I have no idea where its at. Can u give me a diagram of the water pump ...; Asked by (pending member) about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
1996 Mazda 323 Repair Problem with 250000 miles: Do i have to remove timing chain when fitting water pump; Asked by keithnel about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
2004 Suzuki Aerio Engine Problem with 156000 miles: I would like to know how to set the timing on a 2004 Suzika Aerio with a 2.3 engine. if you could give me the step by step procedures.; Asked by (pending member) about 5 months ago - 1 Answer
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier Noise Problem with 169000 miles: My cavalier had developed a rattle under the hood, that was diagnosed as a water pump going out. I put it in the garage with the intention ...; Asked by sandieh about 6 months ago - 1 Answer
2003 Oldsmobile Alero Engine Problem with 125000 miles: How do i change head gasket on 2.2 ecotec motor on 2003 oldsalero?; Asked by (pending member) about 6 months ago - 1 Answer
1986 Mercedes Benz 420sel Engine Problem with 175000 miles: G’day , I bought a 1986 Mercedes 420SEL for a parts car, but would like to know what's wrong with the motor and whether it's worth ...; Asked by Nick Vlahos about 6 months ago - 1 Answer

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