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Yes and what is even stranger to me is that the vehicle was stationery. as I tried starting the engine this problem occurred. NO noises, no metallic grinding..........just the engine turning the fan but no starting. i live in Cyprus and the mechanic , qualified apparently works for his dad in a small family business. I have used them for 18months now.
Thanks for input.
2003 M13 early KAP build.
3" Trailmaster lift with 1.5 Spacers on front
Customised winch bumper and roll cage
235/85R16 Maxxis Bighorns on 16" Rims, 4:1 Rocklobster, Rear ARB locker and on-board air
Corrected arms all-round, rear disks, Recaro seats and harnesses
After removing the tappet cover i see that the timing chain has sagged between the 2 camshaft gears. I assume from this that is has snapped somewhere near the crankshaft.. on the positive side, because the engine was not running I doubt (and pray) that no damage has been done to valves or pistons.
Is the replacement of a timing belt a "engine out" job or can one preform this task by removing the radiator?
Thanks for all advice.
Having never had to change one I don't know, probably easier on the bench and then you can check or replace the clutch at the same time but I don't know how necessary taking the motor out actually is.
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It's very unusual for a timing chain to simply snap! Be interesting to find out what has caused it. Replacement is much the same as replacing a timing belt, you don't need to take the engine out. Access on the Jimny is better than most cars once you have the radiator out.
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