C180 timing chain failure?
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C180 timing chain failure?
Hi,
First I have to say this is my first ever Mercedes and I'm rubbish with cars at all
Recently this C180 Sport came to an abrupt stop and didn't start since. All the signs point to timing chain failure apparently (camshaft not moving, light sound when cranking).
But I still won't believe it until I see this with my own eyes. Unfortunately if it is the case it wouldn't be worth towing the car to garage even for diagnosis. So my question is, am I right thinking I could check the timing chain by taking off valve cover? If so, how to remove engine cover and valve cover, do I need any special tools?
First I have to say this is my first ever Mercedes and I'm rubbish with cars at all
Recently this C180 Sport came to an abrupt stop and didn't start since. All the signs point to timing chain failure apparently (camshaft not moving, light sound when cranking).But I still won't believe it until I see this with my own eyes. Unfortunately if it is the case it wouldn't be worth towing the car to garage even for diagnosis. So my question is, am I right thinking I could check the timing chain by taking off valve cover? If so, how to remove engine cover and valve cover, do I need any special tools?
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not a merc
if You need help in removing the cover, rather let an experienced guy look at your timing chain. anyway if you say the camshaft is not moving what more proof do you need with your eyes
