Timing belt broke on my 2000 2.4L galant. Fixed it and now there is lots of vibration in my motor what can it be?

Answer 1

The Balance shaft Belt (behind the timing belt) could be out of position... It is important to note that when you release the hydraulic tensioner that sometimes the marks on the cam, oil pump gear or crank may move, the balance shaft should stay in position. While you had the timing belt off you should've also replaced the balance shaft belt, Crank angle sensor, a nd probably the water pump, since you have all parts off necessary for those replacements. It is also important to note that the crank angle sensor plate is in front of the balance shaft belt but doesn't need to be removed-you can just turn the crank to work it behind the open spacing between blades. Also note that if a belt has broken then the blade could be bent. It shouldn't have to be replaced only straighened unless it's "wavy" the blade should be adjusted close enough to the Crank angle sensor so that it picks up when you rotate the blade past it ( you should hear the magnet "click") Also note that the tolerance is extremely tight between the belts such that it can't be adjusted too far forward or back without hitting either belt. Be careful not to "cut" the balance shaft belt when rotating the crank working it behind.

There are alot of people posting about close tolerance heads and impedance valves. Only up to 1997 had those heads if you have heads that were manufactured after 1997 you are fine the heads and valves will be fine if the timing belt breaks. If you have a 1996 or 1997 Mitsubishi 2.4L engine just part out the vehicle. You can get more for a couple fenders and doors than the car will bring at the scrap yard. So help someone like yourself out and list parts on Craigslist. Pre 1997 Mitsubishi 2.4 engines were terrible for destroying the heads after that you are good so your 2000 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4 L engine will be fine and no head damage.

You should however note that if you disconnect your battery Your 2000 Mitsubishi Galant will lose its marriage to your "Chip" Key... that is it will lose it's programming so be prepared to either spend $300 at a dealer or $100-$200 from a locksmith to reprogram your car to re-marry your key. Everyone says to disconnect battery but please don't or at least put a cigarette charger/backup in anytime you remove the battery. Otherwise this car will think it has been stolen and not respond to the key... The engine will turn over but will not fire, the security system has been enabled.