The question you ask is too involved for a proper answer. You need to go to a car parts store, and get a repair manual for your car. They cost about $16.00 Or, go to a Public Library.
The timing marks on a 93 Dodge Colt with a 1.5 liter engine are located on the timing chain and the cam sprocket. They must line up with each other to ensure proper initial timing.
It starts better when its warm!
one is on the cam gear and the other is on the crank timing belt gear. spark timing is on the crank to the rear of the engine
Yes , the 1.5 liter 4 cylinder engine in a 1992 Dodge Colt is an interference engine according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etc. )
I had the same problem and it is your oxygen sensor.
To change the timing belt on a 1993 Dodge Colt 1.5L, first disconnect the battery and remove the front engine cover. Align the timing marks on the crankshaft and camshaft to ensure proper timing, then loosen the tensioner and remove the old belt. Install the new timing belt, ensuring it is correctly aligned with the timing marks, then re-tension the belt and reassemble the engine components, including the cover and battery. Finally, start the engine to verify that everything is functioning correctly.
On a 1993 Dodge Colt with a 1.8L engine, the timing marks for the crankshaft and camshaft are typically located on the front of the engine. The crankshaft timing mark is usually found on the harmonic balancer, while the camshaft timing mark is on the cam gear or sprocket. Align the marks according to the manufacturer's specifications to ensure proper timing. Always consult the vehicle's service manual for precise locations and alignment instructions.
It is computer controlled and nonadjustable,.
Take out the transmission
Yes, this is an interference engine. The belt must be replaced every 60,000 miles. If the belt breaks serious engine damage will occur.
For a Dodge Colt 1.8, the ignition timing is typically set at 10 degrees before top dead center (BTDC) when the engine is at idle. To set the timing correctly, ensure the timing belt marks are aligned properly, with the crankshaft and camshaft marks matching their respective indicators. Always consult the specific service manual for your model year, as there might be slight variations.
this question should be in 'automobile' section