2004 Jeep Cherokee Timing belt

2004 JEEP CHEROKEE
150,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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MOSHIKO101
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After changing the timing belt the car is not driving well and emits black smoke
Aug 19, 2015 at 1:53 PM
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CARADIODOC
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So you have an engine running problem, you didn't bother to list the engine size, gas or diesel, or any other details. If this problem just started once the timing belt was replaced, it should be pretty obvious the timing needs to be rechecked. If the engine uses a tensioning device, activating that can pull all the slack to one area and cause the camshaft(s) to turn a tooth or two. That's plenty to cause running problems.
Aug 19, 2015 at 2:02 PM
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MOSHIKO101
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Thank you very much for your reply the car is overseas and actually I ask this question for a friend of mine
Aug 19, 2015 at 2:39 PM
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