2002
According to Honda's website the standard Civic models did not start using a timing chain until 2006 with the exception of the SI models which were a different engine and have always had a timing chain. But PRIOR to 2006 all the other civic models had timing belts (which have to be replaced to be replaced periodically).
timing chain
The 2008 Honda Civic has a timing CHAIN. I know it has come with a timing chain standard since at least 2006 when they redesigned the engine. It is possible that they have been using them even longer than that but I can not verify that. I seel Honda Civic's, they are great cars, get great gas mileage, and are fun to drive. They utililze a time chain, which is more durable than a timing belt, and does not require maintenance. I hope this helped answer your question.
Chain is using on Model 2011
2004
yes
Sounds like the timing chain adjuster is worn out. It is actuated by oil pressure. Was it replaced with the timing chain?
they are all using timing chains now.
On the 2.7 eng. it is behind the timing chain plate in the very front of the engine. It is also run using the timing chain.
The 2004 four uses a chain and that is probably true for the 2003. I think you probably replace the chain when it jumps timing or breaks. I haven't done this but it looks fairly simple to do. The oil pump is also driven by a separate chain off the front of the crankshaft.
Never as of today (Jan 2013) SOME "Earth Dreams" engines are timing cain driven. That "new" 3.5L engine is slated to be delivered with the Pilot starting with the redesign due for 2014 models. However per Honda's press release here. They only reference the 4 cylinder getting chain driven cams and balance shafts so I suspect the 2014 Pilot will still have that silly belt. 90K mile maintenance item, expect the bill for the 90K service at your dealer to be between 1,000 and 1,600.
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