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1997 Nissan Sentra Base 4dr Sedan Manual

1997 Nissan Sentra
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Subcompact
29 mpg city / 39 mpg hwy
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January 23, 2013, 12:26 pm

Rich R
 

Question: Timing Chain

When should timing chain be replaced on 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE? How can this be confirmed (that it was done or needs to be done)?


January 23, 2013, 1:06 pm

Tyler O
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The chains almost never need to be replaced. The tensioners and guides may need to be replaced eventually. You'll usually hear a bit of noise from the chain housing as they start to go bad.


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