Defender TD5 1999 timing chain adjustment
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jamesmartin
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no ,the plastic guides can break up or chain wear etc but in either case head and front cover need removing,are you sure its the chain have you tried running engine with ancilliary belt off
Hi, thanks, not I haven't tried with the belt off. Which belt is this one ?
jamesmartin
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the fan belt ,you need a long 15mm spanner or bar and socket to pull tensioner pulley back to remove belt
Ok, thanks, I'll try. Have brilliant day and if you ever come through Paris send me a post and we go have a drink together.
PS : If the noise persists after removing the belt it means it's the chain ? And what if it stops ?
PS : If the noise persists after removing the belt it means it's the chain ? And what if it stops ?
jamesmartin
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if removing the belt makes no difference and you still feel its the chain ,it will need head off and front cover off but you should check stuff as you proceed,cam and rollers for wear injector springs pushrods etc as you go,without hearing the noise its difficult to give definitive answers,you can check the tensioner it uses engine oil pressure and also spring loaded, if removed it should be extended to its max ans so need slight pressure as its refitted
