Timing chain tensioner replacement - fix engine rattle
10-10-2013, 07:23 PM
#61
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going to the dealer
ya the 1st response I got in the Forum was to check the MAF
lookin like it jumped time, and was never a Tensioner Problem.
5Y/100K
Ill repost when it gets wicked
fixedthx for help
10-11-2013, 10:25 AM
#62
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Yea like donbrew said take it to the dealer and complain about the problem ,man i wish mine was under warranty ,well good luck!
10-27-2013, 09:33 PM
#63
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Is there a clever way to look up a vin to see if it's expected I have the old or the new tensioner?
Failing that, is that first post photo of the bolt head a good indicator? Does the new one look materially different?
Thanks, you guys that figure this stuff are awesome.
Failing that, is that first post photo of the bolt head a good indicator? Does the new one look materially different?
Thanks, you guys that figure this stuff are awesome.
10-28-2013, 12:32 AM
#64
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Yes it looks real flat and the new one has a thicker bolt head that's how you can tell . Not sure about vin.
10-28-2013, 03:28 PM
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I have not done this repair yet but I did find some post from a cobalt forum that anyone doing this job should read. Here is the link. And a few of the post are from a GM tech.
http://www.cobaltss.net/forums/how-g...sioner-203071/
http://www.cobaltss.net/forums/how-g...sioner-203071/
10-28-2013, 04:12 PM
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anyone know if this would be replaced under extended (aftermaket) warranty? or does this fall under the 'wear and tear' category and have to pay out of own pocket?
10-28-2013, 06:29 PM
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There are tons of different aftermarket warranty companies with all different kinds of plans available. Some may cover it, others may not. Just depends on your company and the policy they sold you. Call them and ask.
10-28-2013, 10:02 PM
#68
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darn thought it would have been a yes or no answer
hate dealing with this company..guaranteed to be on the phone for at least an hour before i get an answer or they will call me back at a later time haha
hate dealing with this company..guaranteed to be on the phone for at least an hour before i get an answer or they will call me back at a later time haha
10-29-2013, 11:57 AM
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the part costs lees than your deductible, skyline26.
10-29-2013, 02:45 PM
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I have one cheap let me know