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1997 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4L Timing chain tensioner
Posted to GM Engine on 4/15/2000

This is a stumper for us. We installed a new water pump and timing chain tensioner on this 'quad - four'. On initial startup everything seemed OK. After engine reached full running temp, the tensioner lost its ability to apply pressure at idle. If the engi...

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car Vehicle Data

1997 Chevrolet Malibu

VIN 1G1ND52T7V
Engine2.4 L / 4 cyl
AffectedTiming Chain Tensioner
ConditionsLooses Tension When Engine Is Warmed Up
Misc.Twin Cam
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1997 Chevrolet Malibu

VIN 1G1ND52T7V
Engine2.4 L / 4 cyl
AffectedTiming Chain Tensioner
ConditionsLooses Tension When Engine Is Warmed Up
Misc.Twin Cam