ticking noise

1999 FORD TAURUS
179,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MIMAMI209
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where is my timing chain located?
Jan 1, 2011 at 5:55 PM
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MERLIN2021
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On the front of the engine, which is transverse, so the front is actually at the passenger side of the car. It's under the timing chain cover.
Jan 1, 2011 at 6:00 PM
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MIMAMI209
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Is it easy to fix and how much do those kind of repairs cost?
Jan 1, 2011 at 6:03 PM
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MERLIN2021
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Not to bad if you have done one or two, but you do need the tools to remove the harmonic balance(crank pulley). I do recommend a manual before you start, it has the how to and tighten sequences and specs.
Jan 1, 2011 at 7:27 PM
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MERLIN2021
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BTW, what needs to be done? Timing chains on yours generally last a long time...ticking can be just a belt pulley.
Jan 1, 2011 at 7:28 PM
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