Timing belt or Timing Chain?
#1
Timing belt or Timing Chain?
I have a 2000 Maxima SE. Does this motor use a timing belt or a timing chain? If it is either, when is the correct time for replacement?
Also, anybody have a good procedure for a radiator flush?
Also, anybody have a good procedure for a radiator flush?
#2
Originally Posted by 2000SEBlack
I have a 2000 Maxima SE. Does this motor use a timing belt or a timing chain? If it is either, when is the correct time for replacement?
Also, anybody have a good procedure for a radiator flush?
Also, anybody have a good procedure for a radiator flush?
I drain the system of existing coolant and then I run distilled water through the system when I flush the system. You can try to remove the engine block drain screws but they are very difficult to reach if you don't have the proper tools. I then pour in the distilled water until the system runs clear of radiator coolant. Then I refill it with the appropriate coolant. I know there is probably a better way but thats how I do it.
#4
Yep, timing chains are suppose to last the life of the engine, but it is possible that after high mileage it might need replacing. I have owned a couple of 240's also and although they have timing chains also, the chains can start to stretch over time and cause chan rattle. I replaced the timing chain on my last pig nose and it was pretty straight forward.
#6
Originally Posted by NmexMAX
I'd say that's more related to the tensioner than the chain itself.
Yeah, the tensioner is a common problem also.(getting gunky and not expaning as it should.)
But the 240's do or did have any issue with the chains stretching. The chain that I replaced last year, was suppose to be improved for that reason. I also, placed the new and old chain side by side and you could see a difference in length.
#7
Originally Posted by Gjohnson
But the 240's do or did have any issue with the chains stretching. The chain that I replaced last year, was suppose to be improved for that reason. I also, placed the new and old chain side by side and you could see a difference in length.
#8
Originally Posted by NmexMAX
So then it alters timing ever so slightly? Or does it stretch like bubble gum.
#13
Even Honda has gone to chains. Belt replacement became a negative for them because of the competition. Just be forewarned, for the "average" driver, most probably will not have to replace a chain, but if you regularly do a lot of "excursions" towards the redline, that may not be the case.
#14
Originally Posted by P. Samson
Even Honda has gone to chains. Belt replacement became a negative for them because of the competition. Just be forewarned, for the "average" driver, most probably will not have to replace a chain, but if you regularly do a lot of "excursions" towards the redline, that may not be the case.
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