Comments on: 6 Symptoms of a Bad Timing Chain (and Replacement Cost)

By: Sean

Sean — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:40:27 +0000

In reply to Alex. I think it's quite unlikely. The smoking problem is probably caused by another component that is dirty or needs replacing.

Alex — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 07:40:56 +0000

I have a 320D from 04. Could a stretched timing chain cause excessive black smoke on acceleration?

Smoke has recently got quite bad, and there is a new sound like a gurgle that I can’t quite place.

Sean — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:49:46 +0000

In reply to Christine. It's highly unlikely. What problems are you experiencing with the vehicle?

Christine — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 16:11:02 +0000

2016 Renault Clio with only 31000km travelled.
Is it feasible vehicle requires new timing chain ?
Regards Christine

Sean — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 16:22:22 +0000

In reply to Daniel. Yes, if your vehicle has an interference engine.

Daniel — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 21:33:20 +0000

If ur timing breaks when ur idling ur car, will it still damage ur engine like if you broke as you was driving