The 2.9 liter V6 engine in a 1990 Ford Ranger has a timing CHAIN
The 3.1 litre V6 engine in a 1997 Buick Century has a timing CHAIN
The 3.1 litre V6 engine in a 2003 Buick Century has a timing CHAIN
This vehicle does not come w/ timing belt. It has a timing CHAIN. No known problems. They can get loose when engine reaches very high mileage.
That depends on the model year however, a timing belt (or timing chain) is generally found at the front of the engine.
I the Blazer will run then the timing can be checked with a timing light. If not, the there are timing marks on the timing gears that will have to be checked to see if the timing jumped.
MAJOR Engine damage. Bent valves, broken pistons. Nuff said.
It depends on what engine you have.
Incorrect timing can cause several problems. One of which is high idling. 5000 rpm sounds high though, there may be other problems as well.
Chains are made of metal. What engine?
Mercedes has used timing chains for almost a century. should last the life of the engine.
The symptoms of a 4.3 liter V-6 engine timing chain problem is an engine that runs very rough. The engine will shake violently.