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If you've got a pushrod engine like a 350 Chevrolet or a Dodge Hemi, it's almost impossible to break a timing chain. On an engine with a chain-driven overhead cam like a Mercedes or a Saab, when the chain breaks it's going to sound like you put every part in your engine in a bucket and threw it against the wall. If someone brought you the car not running, take the valve cover off and turn the engine over with a wrench; if the camshaft doesn't turn while the crankshaft's turning, the timing chain is broken. (As are half the valves, probably two pistons and lots and lots of other parts.)
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In an interference-type engine, the engine will destroy itself, then not run.
In a non-interference engine, it will simply not run.
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If the timing chain broke will your car start?
No.
WHen to change the timing chain for BMW 318i E46 2005?
when it is broke
Will there be valve damage if timing belt broke on 08 2.3 Ford Ranger?
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Does a 1996 Buick LeSabre have a timing belt?
the LeSabre has a timing CHAIN. It does not need to be replaced. (unless you broke it :)
Would the timing chain stop the cam shaft from turning?
If it broke, yes.
Could a broke timing chain cause a engine to lock up?
Yes
How do you diagnose a timing chain problem in a 1993 Cutlass Ciera V6engine?
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Does 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cylinder have timing belt or chain?
It has a timing belt. Mine broke after 140K miles.
Where in the timing chain in a Toyota Previa 92?
right in front of the crankshaft pulley beside the oil filter....is the timing chain cover(two timing chain...#1 on the crankshaft sprocket, #2 on the cam sprocket. Need to lower the engine to access the timing chain. Timing chain, not necessary to be replace, unless they broke loose.Other than that it remain with the life of the van.
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Timing chain slipped or broke
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Toyota spyder markings on timing chain gears?
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