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Old 10-28-2013, 09:08 AM   #16
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Re: 2.4 L engine timing chain noise

I have a similar noise mainly around 3 rpm but it was never there and it just came after I down shifted 2 days ago
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Old 10-28-2013, 03:04 PM   #17
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Re: 2.4 L engine timing chain noise

I think there was a TSB for 2001-2002 2.4's, where there was a problem with the chain not getting enough oil....the orifice hole that lubed the chain could get plugged...also a potential problem with the tensioner....this would cause a slapping of the chain......

You would get a timing kit....new chain, new tensioner, new cam sprockets, new crank sprocket, new orifice(larger opening)....
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Old 03-25-2015, 09:45 PM   #18
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Re: 2.4 L engine timing chain noise

I just started hearing this rattle, knock or tap in my engine. When its cold it runs like a dream. As soon as it starts getting up to temp or above 2000 rpms it does it and gets worse as it reaches temp. I would like to try and pin point issue before blowing money on this car. Can anyone help????
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Old 03-26-2015, 01:04 PM   #19
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Re: 2.4 L engine timing chain noise

You have to isolate the noise first...top end, bottom end, or from the front cover....
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Re: 2.4 L engine timing chain noise

Pontiac Sunfire Sport 2000, 2.4L
have the same problem with the clicking noise....but also the vehicle has no acceleration power. if I push the gas peel to the floor...it won't accelerate and will only move slowly...about 10-15 mp4 max...the timing Chain was repaired 2 times before but after just replacing the alternador, this occured. I changed the 2 electronic coil packs and the control module and the car ran like a champ for 4 days....now I am back with the exact same problem before. is it the timing chain?

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