1994 Voyager Just curious. Years ago I bought a 1994 Voyager from a friends company. I immediately replaced the Timing Belt and Water Pump (95,000). Then at about 130,000 the Timing Belt and Water Pump was replaced again. The assumption was that the replacement had some problem. Then at 153,000 with no warning, after driving 100 miles on the highway, stopping for 2 plus hours and, then back on the highway for less than 20 miles the Van overheated with no warning. I first notice smoke from the exhaust (actually first thought it was some other car). After getting it towed I was told that cost would out weigh the value, they were guessing that the 'gaskets' melted and engine issue. At Chrysler, another mechanic told me it was a common Chrysler issue. Any thoughts?

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You can do it yourself, but also do yourself a favor and get a repair manual, that way you got a step by step procedures and there is no gessing. You might be able to get one at the local auto parts store, and they also have web sites that can help you too.

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Hi LMSADA,

Contact the parts store that sold you the timing belt and they should be able to give you the timing settings on your van.

You know if you are going to keep doing major work on your van it would be worth your while to purchase a Chilton's book that is specific for your van.

Marge48

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Yes, the belt tensioner can wear out. I had the same problem with a brand new belt and noticed that the belt tensioner was "moving" alot when the engine was running and the belt was on (of course). I changed the belt tensioner and put the belt back on. Knock on wood, hasn't given me anymore trouble.

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ha thats pretty funny. hope this helps good luck.
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairinfo/repairguide/repairGuideContent.jsp?chapterTitle=Engine+Mechanical&partName=Engine+%26+Engine+Overhaul&pageId=0900c15280215d73&subChapterTitle=Water+Pump&partId=0900c15280215ccc

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I do not recommend you to change the timing belt. If you have basic knowledge you have to have included together with your question at least the year of the Plymouth Voyager besides the type of engine. Usually Plymouth Voyager 1996-2000 comes with 4 different engines (4 cyl, 6 cyl 3.0 lt, 6 cyl. 3.3 lt and 8 cylinders) and the procedure to change the timing belt is different. I guess in the 4 cylinders engine water pump have to be removed in order to change the timing belt but you will decide if you change or not the water pump: Is it the original factory water pump and how many miles you put in it? if you already replaced it, how many miles ago? you keep your cooling system clean? You will decided if you keep the same water pump or replaced it.