You don't check it because the appearance of the belt means nothing. It can look good and be ready to break. You just replace it every 60,000 miles if it has a belt. The Gates website does not show it even having a belt.
It has a timing chain.
To replace the timing belt on a 1991 Dodge Spirit with a 6-cylinder engine, start by disconnecting the battery and removing the necessary components like the drive belts and water pump if required. Align the timing marks on the crankshaft and camshaft before removing the old timing belt. Install the new timing belt, ensuring proper tension and alignment, and then reassemble all removed components. Finally, reconnect the battery and start the engine to check for proper operation.
remove timing cover
No. This car does not have a timing belt.
timing CHAINAdded: Check the above answer out carefully - I have an '04 and my engine has a timing BELT. Recommended replacement mileage for the belt is 90,000 miles.
NO there is NOT one definitive answer. It depends on the year and engine size. It could have a chain or a belt. Check the timing cover, if its plastic its belt, if its cast metal its chain.
The 2.0, 2.4 and the 2.5 engines use a timing belt so, check the condition of the timing belt. The belt may have let go. Also check for fuel. The fuel pump may have quit. If the timing belt is okay and the engine is getting fuel check for spark.
Its a belt but its the rollers that fail check out www.v6technicians.co.uk they know all bout this engine It has a timing belt. Only some diesels or the 2.2 petrol Vectra's have timing chains.
Check for a broken timing belt.
Check all belts and anything that was removed while changing the timing belt, to make sure that nothing was damaged. If everything is ok, then the timing belt may be loose.
The timing belt can only jump time if there is a failed component in the timing belt system. Check the pulleys and tensioner.
In order to set the timing on a SX4 1.9 diesel, you'll need to follow a few steps. Here are the steps you need to take: Locate the timing marks on the timing belt. Ensure that the timing belt is properly tensioned. Using a timing light, set the timing belt to the correct timing. Using adjustable wrenches, tighten the timing belt tensioner. Check that the timing belt is at the correct tension. Recheck the timing with the timing light. Start the engine and check for any misfires. Check the timing again to make sure it is correct.Following these steps should ensure that the timing on your SX4 1.9 diesel is properly set. If you run into any issues, it is recommended that you consult a professional mechanic.