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What is the proper timing chain tension for 1987 Mitsubishi Montero 2.6 l

Or the proper tension for the silent chain??

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The chain is automatically tensioned, no adjustment is necessary, if it is noisy then the chain or the tensioner are worn out.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 25, 2009

SOURCE: How to release the timing chain tensioner on a

if you use a torch you can see it down on the bottom. you need to use a long screwdriver to push on the lever, then lift the cam gear back on to the head.

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ncm4910

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  • Posted on Jun 08, 2009

SOURCE: 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS

I have a 98 Montero Sport, whenever my belt sqeaks I check the tension and usually thats the problem. Tighten them accordingly and it should solve it. As for the timing belt, mine is a belt not chain. First time I had it changed was at 100,000 miles and the dealrship said I was cutting it close ><

george_tanne

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  • Posted on Jul 13, 2009

SOURCE: how to time a mitsubishi montero

Hi,well the way you are saying about timing what size engine is it? if its a 2.8 they run on a timing chain which requires no attention,if its a 2.5 then we are talking about changing a timing belt and kit.please could you give me more information on this.
hope this helps.
George.

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michael schultz

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  • Posted on Sep 18, 2009

SOURCE: can i replace the timing chain tensioner without

you don't have to remove the head to do the timing tension er but will have to do the belt! just get a book and line up the timing marks before you take it apart! good luck

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 02, 2010

SOURCE: where the tension release for

Hi, on the serpentine belt, the tensioner is the round part that looks like a pulley but is round and smooth has no groves on it. It just rests against the belt to remove the slack and to keep the belt tight as it wears. It will or should be down lower then the alternator. It will have a bolt through it so when you put a wrench on it it will move either way to relieve the tension on the belt to remove it. This will be very easy for you to do. Please don't forget to rate me as I know you will be kind. I will check in on you as I keep all files on people that I help, and you can also keep me posted by my user name below.
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  1. If possible, position the engine so the No. 1 piston is at TDC.
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  4. Remove the timing (outer) belt tensioner and remove the outer timing belt.
  5. Remove the outer crankshaft sprocket and flange.
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No, timing chains are not expected to be replaced periodically like belts. Ocassionally they get noisey at high mileages and require a new tensioner pad but usually the chain is OK with a new pad
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