Not severe but urgency in timing [needing to get the car running tomorow--Wednesday]...
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A few questions regarding sizing of spring loaded constant tension hose clamps. Forums research seems to conclude to try to use new spring clamps and avoid using worm clamps. I...
thanks, but the project turned out more complicated than what's detailed on paper. Yes, I did turn the crank 6 times. I created another post regarding some observations I encountered. Link below which should work after removing the space before the forward slash and copy&paste it in the url box...
1. neither fan turned on during the coolant refill stage. Engine on idle for about 45 min [while I was cleaning up and preparing for oil change]. Temp remained just above 1/3
--but, after driving it for several miles, I noticed fans came on very briefly. So, that was a relief
--But, why didn't...
stealership quoted $95 for the back plate. WHOAAAAAAA! Fortunately, I found a replacement at a Pick N Pull junkyard as well as the rubber seal.*
The rubber seal is installed / removed after the bottom cover is in place. It seems it can be found something similar at a local hardware store.**...
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OT: curious if this is bad for anything if I turn on the engine, while many parts are removed [timing, balancer & accessory drive belts, pulley tensioners, balancer drive & belt pulleys,]. I might have to wait for my brother to get some parts at the dealership and get a couple things done. I...
Ok, I think the illustration link should work now to help with seeing the exact part is broken. If 'inner' piece [which is the back upper cover=BUC] is removed, then the front upper cover [FUC] no longer can be attached. The BUC still has 2 bolts attaching it to the block. So, it would not be...
Mod, please move if this doesn't fall under "urgent" sub-forum. I would want to know if I need replacement parts now while I have all timing belt related parts removed and need to get the car running tomorrow.
Model: see signature
Issue #1:
The timing belt front upper cover is usually attached...