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no compression 1999 dodge Caravan 3.3L flex fuel Put on a new timing chain

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Old 03-31-2010, 03:24 PM
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Question no compression 1999 dodge Caravan 3.3L flex fuel Put on a new timing chain

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I replace my timing chain by the book now I have no compression now. I checked both keys on the timing gears. I havechange the marks four time torn the front end a part all times,please help i am getting flustered. how could my simple job turn into three days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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I guess the best I can do is post the proceedure and see if it matches up with the one you have.




INSTALLATION
  1. Position a new crankshaft sprocket on the shaft, install sprocket with suitable tool and mallet. Be sure sprocket is seated into position.
  2. Rotate crankshaft so the timing arrow is to the 12 o'clock position.
  3. Place timing chain around camshaft sprocket and place the timing mark to the 6 o'clock position.
  4. Align the dark colored links with the dot on the camshaft sprocket, place timing chain around crankshaft sprocket with the dark colored link lined up with the dot on the sprocket and install camshaft sprocket into position.
  5. Use a straight edge to check alignment of timing marks
  6. Install camshaft bolt and washer. Tighten to 54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.)
  7. Rotate crankshaft 2 revolutions. Timing marks should line up. If timing marks do not line up, remove cam sprocket and realign.
  8. Check camshaft end play. With new thrust plate the specification is 0.0127 to 0.304 mm (0.005 to 0.012 in.) Old thrust plate specification is 0.31 mm (0.012 in.) maximum. If not within these limits, install new thrust plate
  9. Install timing chain cover and connect negative cable to battery.
 



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