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How does the timing belt tensioner reset in a 1998 Pontiac grand am 24L before or after installing?
This is for the timing chain tensioner that does not have the shoe attached to it. To reset the tensioner, push the inner piston all of the way down inside of the outer piston that it sits in. This may take a little work since the inner piston will be filled with oil and is spring loaded. Just work it a little at a time until you can push the inner piston all of the way in and it locks in place. Now check and see if the inner piston will spring out properly. Push in on the inner piston hard and release it quickly. Try to keep your hand over it just in case it pops out all of the way. I haven't seen it happen, but have heard about it. It kind of works like a "click" pen. It should pop out all of the way where you can see little holes around the inner piston. If it catches anywhere in between it's travel, reset it a few times to try and get it working smoothly. If it keeps on catching, it is recommended to purchase a new one since it will not set properly when it is installed. It cost me around $38.00 for a new one and is a lot less of a headache than tearing the side of the motor apart again if the old one does not set properly. To install it into the motor, push the inner piston all of the way in until it locks in place. If you purchase a new one, pop the innner piston in and out a few times. New tensioners like to stick a little since they have been locked in place for a while. With the inner piston all of the way in, bolt the tensioner in place with the shoe already installed. With a small pry bar or screwdriver, push down the inner piston. You can use the shoe as a leverage point, but be careful not to twist it too much so that it breaks. This will have to be done as quickly as you can just like when you were pushing it in by hand. It may take a couple of times, but should pop out. I personally like to put the bolt for the harmonic balancer in place and slowly turn the crank shaft in a clockwise motion to try and get some of the slack out of the timing chain. This should take care of it and hopefully there won't be a timing chain rattle.
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How to reset timing chain tensioner in 99 pontiac grand am?
To reset the timing chain tensioner on a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am, first, ensure the engine is cool and the battery is disconnected. Remove the timing chain cover to access the tensioner. Compress the tensioner using a suitable tool, then secure it in the compressed position with a pin or similar device. Reinstall the timing chain cover and reconnect the battery before starting the engine to check for proper operation.
Does a Pontiac grand prix have a timing belt or chain?
The Pontiac Grand Prix has a Timing Chain with a spring loaded tensioner. The tensioner is know to wear, crack and then break. The timing chain and tensioner should be replaced at 100,000 miles. This is a pretty big job that can be done with the motor in the car. $$$ Ray
Where is the timing belt tensioner on 1993 Pontiac grand prix 3.4 liter?
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How do you remove timing chain tensioner on infiniti i30?
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Where is the tensioner on a 97 Ford Escort?
there are two tensioners, the serpentine tensioner and the timing belt tensioner. the timing belt tensioner is behind the timing belt cover ;)
How do you adjust the timing chain on a Pontiac Sunfire 2.2?
To adjust the timing chain on a Pontiac Sunfire 2.2, first ensure the engine is off and cool. Remove the timing chain cover to access the timing chain and gears. Align the timing marks on the crankshaft and camshaft sprockets to the specified positions, and if necessary, replace the tensioner or adjust it to ensure proper tension. Reassemble the cover and ensure all components are securely fastened before starting the engine.
What is the timing for a 1991 Pontiac Firebird 3.1 before top dead center?
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How do you remove timing belt tensioner from a 1987 Pontiac sunbird?
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Where do you set your timing on a 1992 350 before installing a chip?
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Where is the water pump located on a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird LE?
if im not mistaken..it is behind the timing cover..it runs off the timing belt You are correct. It is the belt tensioner for your timing belt and a pain to release to release the tension and also not the easiest to replace.
What causes your 1995 Pontiac Grand prix 3100 engine to keep jumping time after installing a new timing chain?
your timing marks are incorrect the timing is off. You'll need to reinstall the timing chian with the right timing marks ask a professional for assistance.
How do I remove a timing belt on a 1992 Chrysler LeBaron?
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