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How do I install my new timing chain?


kintaro_yang
05-07-2007, 08:34 PM
Hello. I have a 1998 Saturn SC2. Its a 1.9 liter and DOHC. My timing chain broke so i bought a new chain. I got my valve cover off and I was like "duhhhhh"...need instuctions and/or help on how to install my timing chain...any help or directions to a site on how to install my timing chain will be appreciated. Thank you.

richpin4real
05-07-2007, 08:44 PM
Do you know your engine is a interference engine.What that means is when you brake a timming chain you will do damage to your valves.I think you have more problems than just replacing your timing chain.

kintaro_yang
05-07-2007, 08:51 PM
Do you know your engine is a interference engine.What that means is when you brake a timming chain you will do damage to your valves.I think you have more problems than just replacing your timing chain.

hmm..well i work on diesl engines so im not too incline on smaller engines...but I have thought about that. well thanks for the info..i'll look into that..

Cat Fuzz
05-08-2007, 01:49 AM
Unless you got very lucky there is certainly more damage than just a broken chain. Probably a bent valve or three or even piston damage.

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