1998 Nissan Altima low compression

1998 NISSAN ALTIMA
112,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WATERPYRO
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've been getting low compression in my altima with the car stalling if stands under 10 minutes or just idles it stalls. only when i keep my foot on the pedal will it keep the engine running.
I got compression as follows in this 4 cyclinder twin engine 90(low)210(normal) 190(ok)90(low)

someone told me it might be the timing belt could have jumped a tooth causes low compression? any ideas?
I started taking part to look at the chain but i cant tell if its off a tooth or not maybe you guys can
please help. I really like this car.
here a pic of the top of the chain. idk how to get the bottom cover off yet. the bottom power steering pump is giving me problems
[img:51edde6656]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/535118_IMG_0915_1.jpg[/img:51edde6656]
Jun 4, 2010 at 8:26 PM
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MERLIN2021
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I will email the revised procedure for removing the covers and setting up the timing chains, but I think the chain jumped time by your compression numbers...
Jun 4, 2010 at 8:51 PM