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Saturn does not recommend changing the timing chain at any mileage. If fact I owned a 96 SL2 that went 240,000 miles and never had the timing chain changed. When I later pulled the engine apart I found the timing chain to still be very tight and it showed no signs of ware. Also read this... "It needs to be changed if it has excessive slack in it. Usually this is indicated by a noise that can be heard at idle and felt in the valve cover. It usually doesn't go away with increased speed. If you replace the chain, I'd also recommend changing the tensioner."
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When should you change the timing belt on a 97 Saturn wagon?
Never. The Saturn S series vehicles used a timing chain instead of a timing belt. And the chain is inside the engine, bathed in oil to keep it lubricated. The timing chain should be replaced whenever you rebuild the engine.
When do you need to change the timing chain of your 2001 Saturn sl2?
You are correct that the SL2 uses a timing chain. However, since it uses a timing chain it does not need to be replaced as does the timing BELT. In general, a timing chain should last the life of the engine.
You have a 95 Saturn do you need to change timing chain?
Depends on miles on the engine - I traded in a 95 SL1 with 206,000 miles with the original timing chain still on the engine. My impression is that under normal circumstances, you should get at least 175,000 miles on a Saturn timing chain.
How do you change the timing belt on a Saturn sl2?
The Saturn sl2 does not have a timing belt, it has a timing chain. And under most conditions it does not need replacing.
How often should you change the timing chain in 1996 Saturn SL1?
When you here a rattling noise from the engine at idle.
When to change timing chain on a Saturn Ion 2004?
A timing chain should last the life of the engine. Timing chains are INSIDE the engine and as such are constantly oiled. By the time the timing chain and/or tensioning mechanism is worn out, it's about time to rebuild the engine.
How do you change a head gasket on 1998 Saturn 1.9l?
Removal of the timing chain cover, timing chain, and head are needed
When do you change the timing belt on a 2001 Saturn s series?
The S series Saturn does not use a timing belt; all four cylinder Saturn's use a timing chain.
Does a 99 Saturn have a timing chain or belt?
It has a chain that should last the life of the engine.
Does your Saturn sl2 have a timing belt or a timing chain?
Timing chain
Does the 1997 SC2 have a timing belt or timing chain?
chain97 Saturn sc2 has a timing chain,its a pain to change though because there is not much clearance....but it can be done!
How do you replace 1996 Saturn timing belt?
how do i change timing chain on 95 saturnsc1 1.9 sohc
