When did GM fix the timing chain issue?
When did GM fix the timing chain issue?
As I understand it GM “solved” the issue starting with 2014 engines. GM changed the type/sizing of timing chain. Also, there were suggestions of changing oil more frequently than what the Oil-Life Monitor says, like every 5K miles. Given the high mileage on my ATS I have a couple questions.
What are the signs of a faulty timing chain?
What are the symptoms of a bad timing chain?
- The engine misfires. Once a timing chain is stretched and has lost its integrity, the chain may skip a gear and lose the necessary coordination leading to an engine misfire.
- There is a rattling sound.
- Check your car’s oil for metal shavings.
Does the 2010 GMC Acadia have a timing chain or belt?
The 2010 GMC Acadia and its 3.6L LLT V6 engine are also included on Consumer Reports’ list of vehicles with problem powertrains. Another owner said the timing belt in their 2010 GMC Acadia failed at 50,000 miles, which led to significant damage and forced them to replace the entire engine under warranty.
How do you prevent timing chain Problems?
The best way to prevent timing chain failure is to have the tensioner inspected. It is a relatively simple procedure that should be done from under the car.
When should the timing belt be replaced on a GMC Acadia?
Although timing belts are critical, there’s no need to replace them regularly –unless explicitly recommended in your GMC owner’s manual. Some automakers recommend changing a timing belt between 60,000 and 100,000, others don’t.
Does a 2011 GMC Acadia have a timing belt or chain?
The 2011 GMC Acadia does have a timing chain. You will come into many issues with an engine.
Are there any timing chain problems on the GMC Acadia?
Chevrolet Traverse And GMC Timing Chains Replacement. A big thing we’ve seen a lot of over the past year or so, has been timing chain problems on the Chevy Traverse, Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave.
Why does my GMC Acadia engine not start?
Engine Won’t Start – If your Acadia’s timing chain or belt has fallen off completely, broken, or has jumped a few teeth, it is entirely possible that the engine won’t even start. You might hear it slapping around as the engine cranks over.
How long is the warranty on a GMC Acadia?
Gmc has extended the warranty for other years of this model to 120000 but my timing chain was only guarenteed for FOUR MONTHS. How is that possible when GMC has acknowledged a problem with the timing chain stretching but will not guarenteed my repair.
Why are my timing chains stretching on my GMC Sierra?
What is happening on these vehicles is that the timing chains are stretching which leads to correlation errors with the cam sensors and actuators. Usually we see this only on 2007-2009 model year vehicles. After 2010, General Motors has seemed to correct the problem with updated chains and ECM calibrations.