Timing chain jump

2001 MAZDA TRIBUTE
240,000 MILES • 3.0L • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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FARR2007
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Timing chain jumped a link. how can this be fixed?
Sep 25, 2020 at 2:16 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

Was the chain just replaced?

If it was not, then there is a reason for the timing to jump. Most likely you will need to replace both chains, the guides and the tensioners.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

How far off is the timing?

I attached the diagram of the chains for you. Which gear moved and how much did it move?

I also attached a YouTube video of the timing chain replacement. The engine is out of the car but shows the procedures for replacing the chains.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eS9Yd477AyQ

Roy
Sep 25, 2020 at 3:10 PM
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FARR2007
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How can i tell what link it was that jumped?
Sep 26, 2020 at 7:23 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You will need to remove the front cover and check the alignment marks.

Does the engine run at the moment?

Roy
Sep 27, 2020 at 7:13 AM