timing chain & tensioner problem on r56 justa?
#1
timing chain & tensioner problem on r56 justa?
I heard especially "s" models have problem with timing chain. I think even justas can have problem with timing chain as well. since winter starts (live in southern california), I hear rattle noises after warmed up and drive car for several miles and put on shift "d" and stops on red light. when I put in neutral mode or parking mode, rattle sound is dissapeared. It could be the timing chain problem right?
anybody who got justa suffers same problem or fixed it, please let me know with your mileage and what year.
thanks
anybody who got justa suffers same problem or fixed it, please let me know with your mileage and what year.
thanks
#3
Yes, Sound like the exhaust shield on the front or back might be rattling because when in park you are not putting load on the engine.
It looks like this for the Cooper Base engine:
Back exhaust manifold gasket with shield:
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/18407563111/
There are screws that hold the shield together, make sure you are not missing them or if they are loose.
Thanks and good luck.
It looks like this for the Cooper Base engine:
Back exhaust manifold gasket with shield:
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/18407563111/
There are screws that hold the shield together, make sure you are not missing them or if they are loose.
Thanks and good luck.
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I have a 08 "S" with less than 23K and have the same noise issue (sounds like loud diesel engine). I read online that it's most likely a tensioner issue. Do anyone have any place they recommend in southern cal area to have it fixed. Also know how much it'll cost to have it fixed? I'm out of warranty and I prefer not to go to the dealership, since they'll ask an arm and a leg to fix it.
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I have a 08 "S" with less than 23K and have the same noise issue (sounds like loud diesel engine). I read online that it's most likely a tensioner issue. Do anyone have any place they recommend in southern cal area to have it fixed. Also know how much it'll cost to have it fixed? I'm out of warranty and I prefer not to go to the dealership, since they'll ask an arm and a leg to fix it.
Here is the phone number 626-963-6333 Ben
#12
There are a number of posts here regarding Justa timing chain failures. They are buried in huge threads. Not easy to find using the search function. As the miles accumulate, you will be hearing about many more (unfortunately). Remember, I am a Justa owner
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