It is a pretty big job so get a manual on your car from AUTOBOOKSONLINE.COM.
I need to set the timing belt in my car for a Dodge Stratus 1998, that has a 2.5 motor V6.I do have the timing belt already on the car, but it not on the right setting. Please someone help me with this question about setting the timing belt.
I have a 1990 and factory setting for base timing is 10 degrees, I believe.
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 timing marks on a '97 Dodge Stratus are located on the timing chain and the camshaft sprocket. They must be aligned to set the initial timing.
10 degrees BTDC
It is possible that the timing belt is not in proper time.
Belt
Factory recommendation is 90,000 miles. If it is a timing CHAIN and not a belt, it doesn't require changing. It should last the life of the engine.
Rpm needs to be set at 800 - 900 .. that is factory setting.
You might not need as much initial timing when it's on propane, but I'd start out with the factory setting for gas and call it good.
The 2.5 liter V6 engine in a 2000 Dodge stratus has a timing BELT
get a service manuel ..... the water pump is behind and run by the timing belt .... if you are not experianced at setting up the timing marks on a DOHC motor get help or take it to someone who is .........