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It is possible for it to break, but highly unlikely, especially if you perform oil/filter changes as you should. Normally the timing chain will last the life of the engine and is not an item you replace. But on your Saturn it is critical that the oil/filter be changed exactly as listed in the owner's manual. The timing chain may also come into contact with the timing cover, causing noise in the engine. The only way to know for sure if the chain needs replacing is to look at it. If you do that, you might as well just replace it.
Just taking a guess........Loose chain.
I just found out that it has a timing chain. No maintenance is required.
1998 i30 has timing chain. just confirmed from my dealer.
I just found out that it has a timing chain because mine is being replaced.
Timing chains and timing belts are used to turn the cam shaft. The term timing chain or belt is a misnomer. They are really just a cam chain or cam belt.
no they just have timing belts no chains
There is no set mileage to change the timing chain. Chains will usually last the life of the engine. The usual symptoms of a chain going bad are that the engine rattles when you first start it (chain flapping around) and lacks power(slack chain causing camshaft timing to drift around unpredictably). Replacing a chain can cost from $500-$700 so just rest easy, and unless you hear it or notice poor performance it is fine.
I have a 2003 Element and just found out recently from a Honda shop that It has a timing chain that does not need changing.
It has a chain and it's a pain to work on, just had to replace mine.
There are marks on the chain that coordinate with marks on the timing gear. Make sure these line up when putting on the timing chain, and you should be good to go. Getting to the timing chain is the real battle.
It has a timing chain, I just ordered one and the kit was 420.00$.