6 Symptoms Of A Bad Timing Chain

If you hear a rattling noise coming from your engine, it could be a sign that the timing chain is bad. If your timing chain fails, it can cause serious engine damage and even lead to a total engine replacement. Therefore, it's important to know about the symptoms before it's too late. Here are the most common symptoms of a bad timing chain to look for. We will also discuss the failure points, replacement cost, and location.

00:00 Introduction
00:33 Symptoms Of A Bad Timing Chain
00:47 1. Rattling Engine
01:21 2. Hiccups during acceleration
01:47 3. Power Loss
02:13 4. Hard Starting
02:38 5. Check Engine Light
03:10 6. Engine Damage
03:36 Timing Chain Function
04:45 Failure Points
05:45 Location
06:27 Timing Chain Replacement Cost

[faridshahinian]

Hi, I have a 2009 Honda civic 4 cilynder car with very low miles(33000) and regularly driven. Do I need to change the timing belt? Thanks.

[dunkarldunkarl]

Mine needs a new chain after 38000
Miles