SLK/R170: Does the timing chain need to be replaced?
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Does the timing chain need to be replaced?
Does anyone know if the timing chain needs to be serviced? Or does it last the life of the motor?
TIA,
Peter Voss
2 ’87 190 2.3-16 (5 speed and auto)
'99 SLK 230 sport
'01 ML 430
'00 Audi S4
TIA,
Peter Voss
2 ’87 190 2.3-16 (5 speed and auto)
'99 SLK 230 sport
'01 ML 430
'00 Audi S4
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chances are no, the tentioner might need to be replaced way down the road, and the car most likely has two(double row) timming chains.
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Re: Does the timing chain need to be replaced?
Originally posted by pkvoss
Does anyone know if the timing chain needs to be serviced? Or does it last the life of the motor?
TIA,
Peter Voss
2 ’87 190 2.3-16 (5 speed and auto)
'99 SLK 230 sport
'01 ML 430
'00 Audi S4
Does anyone know if the timing chain needs to be serviced? Or does it last the life of the motor?
TIA,
Peter Voss
2 ’87 190 2.3-16 (5 speed and auto)
'99 SLK 230 sport
'01 ML 430
'00 Audi S4