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Does a 1997 Jeep Wrangler have a timing belt or chain?

Does a 1997 Jeep Wrangler have a timing belt or chain?

They have timing gears no chain no belt. “We tend to forget that happiness doesn’t come from getting something that we don’t have, it comes from recognizing and appreciating what we do have.

When to change timing chain on Jeep engine?

The only Jeep engine that has a timing belt is the 2.4 Liter (DOHC) Vin#1 engine. All other Jeep engines have a timing chain. The belt should be changed at 120,000 miles under normal conditions and 90,000 miles under severe conditions.

What’s the ignition timing on a Jeep Wrangler?

This procedure is possible on the 4.2L engine model only though. On 2.5L and 4.0L models, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) controls ignition timing. Before starting, make sure you have the correct timing degree and RPMs at idle specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

What should the idle speed be on a Jeep Wrangler?

Start the engine, increase the idle speed to 1600 rpm and adjust the idle to the number provided on the VECI label, following the procedure described in the same label. If you do not have this label, consult your car owner’s or vehicle service manual.

What kind of timing chain does a Jeep Wrangler use?

Fuel economy for the 2-door model is advertised at 17mpg city and 21mpg highway. The 3.6L Pentastar makes use of a timing chain in place of a timing belt. The timing drive uses four chains, each of which is a “silent chain link” design to improve sprocket engagement and cut noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH).

How many miles does timing belt on Jeep Wrangler last?

According their members, the 3.8 Ltr V6 uses a chain and it is good for 250,000 miles. Click to expand… There’s no set expiration date/mileage on a 3.8 timing chain. On average, maybe yours will last 250K miles, or not, depending upon the severity of it’s use.

How to replace timing belt on 2.4L PowerTech engine?

The following steps provide information on removal and replacement of the 2.4L I4 timing belt. 1. Remove the air cleaner upper cover, housing and clean air tube. 2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. 3. Remove the accessory drive belts. 4. Remove the crankshaft vibration dampener.

How do you change ignition timing on a Jeep Wrangler?

Jeep Wrangler Timing Instructions. You can adjust ignition timing on your Jeep Wrangler by rotating the distributor a few degrees. This procedure is possible on the 4.2L engine model only though. On 2.5L and 4.0L models, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) controls ignition timing.

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