1997 Ford Explorer AWD "easy replace timing chain tensioner" Questions

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...[which may have broken] This can be done without removing the engine, but there are special tools needed to set the chain timing and also for removal of the crank dampner. It is not an easy

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...easy to replace yourself, if you plan on doing the job yourself. Has campaign 00M12 been done on your vehicle? If not, the go to your local Ford dealer parts department, order the kit part # ...

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...replace the tensioner is the same thing going to happen? what could actually wrong with the chain and will it cause other problems? need to have a shop fix it asap.if the chain breaks or skips timing ...

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...replace the timing chain tensioner, about 60 euro and easy to do yourself, however, the timing chain guides may be broke or damaged which is a big operation. They are made from plastic and can become ...

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...EASY OR HARD BUT IF YOU NEVER DONE ANY KIND AUTO MECHANIC WORK BEFORE JOB WILL BE HARD.IF YOU WANT TO TRY IT.BUY A HAYNES REPAIR MANUAL READ THROUGH IT.THAT WAY YOU KNOW WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO TO REMOVE ...

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...replace the tensioners to prevent this failure just by removing the valve covers and exhaust sprocket, but if this is not the issue the chains should be lifetime, not like a timing belt which is ...

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...easy enough access to the timing chain, and the mileage was getting up there, I would replace it. Timing chains typically also have a tensioner, so if you replace it, dont forget this item. Yes, ...

replace can be done. I recommend Haynes repair manual. I rebuilt everything topside of engine including head (valves, seats, rods, lifters, etc) timing chain, all new baskets on my street. Easy repair

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...replace the tensioner. Thanks for choosing FixYa for advice. Hello, Its not your timing cover that leaking. Its a cam seal or crankshaft seat. You must remove the timing cover then the timing belt ...

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...timing cover set. This is not a easy job as you must have the tool set in order to set the camshaft timing correctly. I hope this is helpful. Please rate the answer. Thank You for using Fix Ya. ...

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