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anyone have thier timing chain replaced by a mechanic


elgueaga
02-10-2008, 02:38 AM
If so how much did the labor cost and how long will it take to have it replaced im pretty sure i need mine changed soon noise is coming from the engine in the timing chain area I have a 2002 grand am 2.2 ecotec with 95000 miles on it

J-Ri
02-11-2008, 04:17 PM
Have a mechanic diagnose the sound first. 95K is very low miles for a timing chain problem. Even if it is in that area, it may not be the chain causing the noise, so a new one won't fix it. If you havn't already, remove the serpentine belt and see if the noise goes away.

Can't help with time/cost... most ecotecs aren't in need of a timing chain yet.

grave digger
02-17-2008, 07:27 PM
It is too soon for a timing chain replacement, but worn timing chain guides will start to make a little noise in these engines. This noise is harmless, but annoying. I had my chain replaced for this same type of noise, the mechanic said that the chain and the tensioner were both good, but the guides were worn to a point that a noise could be heard. I only had the chain and tensioner replaced because everything was all taken apart. It cost $750.00 so it is a good idea to wait on this one.:headshake

elgueaga
02-18-2008, 12:49 AM
well I hope you guys are right id hate to be driving and have ny timing chain break. well thanks for the info I just thought the timing chain wear was accellerated in my car due to me lending my car to my sis and it over heating on her

J-Ri
02-19-2008, 04:59 PM
I've got almost 190,000 miles on my 2.4l, I don't think yours will break at 95,000 :)

How bad did it overheat? It's possible there's internal engine damage.

elgueaga
02-22-2008, 01:07 AM
I've got almost 190,000 miles on my 2.4l, I don't think yours will break at 95,000 :)

How bad did it overheat? It's possible there's internal engine damage.

well it was bad enough for a engine mount bolt to break later that day . but the overheating happenned at 60,000 miles about a year and 2 months ago

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