Need to know the year, model and engine info.
A loose timing chain can only be repaired by replacing the timing chain . A loose timing belt means the belt is worn out or the tensioner is worn out. Replace worn parts.
No. A worn timing chain or belt would cause timing to jump.
All Jeep 4.0L have a timing chain. It is only changed if excessively worn or damaged.
All Jeep 4.0L have a timing chain. It is only changed if excessively worn or damaged.
I would suspect you need a new timing chain or belt depending on which is installed. A worn belt or chain will jump time.
No, it uses a timing chain. The long belt that you see under the hood is a serpentine belt. Replace if excessively cracked or worn. The other smaller belt off to the right, when looking at the engine, is the power steering belt. Hope this clears things up for you.
Yes it does, both the 4.0, and 5.2 I would change at around 75,000-90,000 miles. The timing chain should last for the life of the engine. 200k plus.
A 2012 Dodge Caravan would have the 3.6L V6. That engine has a timing chain which does not require replacement unless worn.
If the timing chain on your Lincoln LS is worn out then it should be replaced. A worn out timing chain can jump a link, or more, and the engine will ultimately not be able to run. Normally the timing chain will last the life of the engine.
If it i broken, your engine will not start. If it is worn, your engine may run rough.
Your timing chain may be worn to the point it is jumping a tooth and thus changing the timing. If you can hear the chain that is a good sign it is worn. I would inspect the timing chain.
The 2.0L engine found in Chevrolet Trackers utilizes an upper timing chain that runs the intake and exhaust camshafts, while the lower runs a center gear which in turn, runs the upper chain. The lower chain on mine broke due to a worn timing chain guide.