Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. They usually do last the lifetime of the engine properly maintained (provided it is a quality chain, like in a Toyota) but with poor maintenance they usually start to wear out at the ~100k mile point. That will vary if ANY of the maintenance was delayed or skipped.
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Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. They usually do last the lifetime of the engine properly maintained (or at the minimum, 2-300k miles provided it is a quality chain, like in a Toyota) but with poor maintenance they usually start to wear out at the ~100k mile point. That will vary if ANY of the maintenance was delayed or skipped.
However, on these Renault Nissans (1999-present), even proper maintenance doesn’t help most of the time because these are not as good as the 90’s Nissan products and specialty cars like the R35 and 350/70Z. The issue is Renault is not known for quality.
The other thing with Nissan is they almost always use interference engines - which are more powerful, but are prone to head and block damage if the chain/belt breaks, so you need to check the engine with a borescope camera for piston, block and lifter damage if it breaks. Check the engine code to be sure, but Nissan is fully onboard the interference train unless this is the rare exception. If Nissan puts out a TSB, it usually means they use interference engines and they don't want to swap entire engines for free due to negligence.
The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I***f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done.***
***''Note: HR16DE engines are not affected. If you hear about the VR38DETT, this is a Nismo engine. Usual rules apply for Nissan speciality quality, except the quality of the chassis. However, most people do not have the Nismo version.''***
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, basically ruining the engine beyond repair. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to protect the engine, especially on interference engines.
Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. They usually do last the lifetime of the engine properly maintained (provided it is a quality chain, like in a Toyota) but with poor maintenance they usually start to wear out at the ~100k mile point. That will vary if ANY of the maintenance was delayed or skipped.
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However, on these Renault era Nissans (1999-present), even proper maintenance doesn’t help most of the time because these are not as good as the 90’s Nissan products and specialty cars like the R35 and 350/70Z. The issue is Renault is not known for quality.
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However, on these Renault Nissans (1999-present), even proper maintenance doesn’t help most of the time because these are not as good as the 90’s Nissan products and specialty cars like the R35 and 350/70Z. The issue is Renault is not known for quality.
The other thing with Nissan is they almost always use interference engines - which are more powerful, but are prone to head and block damage if the chain/belt breaks, so you need to check the engine with a borescope camera for piston, block and lifter damage if it breaks. Check the engine code to be sure, but Nissan is fully onboard the interference train unless this is the rare exception. If Nissan puts out a TSB, it usually means they use interference engines and they don't want to swap entire engines for free due to negligence.
The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I***f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done.***
***''Note: HR16DE engines are not affected. If you hear about the VR38DETT, this is a Nismo engine. Usual rules apply for Nissan speciality quality, except the quality of the chassis. However, most people do not have the Nismo version.''***
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, basically ruining the engine beyond repair. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to protect the engine, especially on interference engines.
Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. They usually do last the lifetime of the engine properly maintained (provided it is a quality chain, like a Toyota chain) but with poor maintenance they usually start to wear out at the ~100k mile point. That will vary if ANY of the maintence was delayed or skipped.
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Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. They usually do last the lifetime of the engine properly maintained (provided it is a quality chain, like in a Toyota) but with poor maintenance they usually start to wear out at the ~100k mile point. That will vary if ANY of the maintenance was delayed or skipped.
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However, on these Renault era Nissans (1999-present), even proper maintenance doesn’t help most of the time because these are just lower quality compared to the ones that predate Renault having a say. The other thing with Nissan is they usually use interference engines - which are more powerful, but are prone to head and block damage if the chain/belt breaks, so you need to check the engine with a borescope camera for piston, block and lifter damage if it breaks. Check the engine code to be sure, but Nissan is fully onboard the interference train unless this is the rare exception.
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However, on these Renault era Nissans (1999-present), even proper maintenance doesn’t help most of the time because these are not as good as the 90’s Nissan products and specialty cars like the R35 and 350/70Z. The issue is Renault is not known for quality.
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That said,if Nissan is issuing a TSB/recall, it’s likely interference and they know they’re on the hook for engines if they don’t recall the bad chains since you and the others who own them will be in the right to demand new engines because they ignored it.
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The other thing with Nissan is they almost always use interference engines - which are more powerful, but are prone to head and block damage if the chain/belt breaks, so you need to check the engine with a borescope camera for piston, block and lifter damage if it breaks. Check the engine code to be sure, but Nissan is fully onboard the interference train unless this is the rare exception. If Nissan puts out a TSB, it usually means they use interference engines and they don't want to swap entire engines for free due to negligence.
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done.'''
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I***f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done.***
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'''''Note: HR16DE engines are not affected. If you hear about the VR38DETT, this is a Nismo engine, so it doesn’t apply unless you have one and know what makes the Nismo edition special enough to pay for it.'''''
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***''Note: HR16DE engines are not affected. If you hear about the VR38DETT, this is a Nismo engine. Usual rules apply for Nissan speciality quality, except the quality of the chassis. However, most people do not have the Nismo version.''***
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, basically ruining the engine beyond repair. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to protect the engine, especially on interference engines.
Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Part of the problem with the timing chains is the Renault Nissans are nowhere near as reliable as the ones that were sold up until 1999 that predate the partnership. In addition to that, Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
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Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. They usually do last the lifetime of the engine properly maintained (provided it is a quality chain, like a Toyota chain) but with poor maintenance they usually start to wear out at the ~100k mile point. That will vary if ANY of the maintence was delayed or skipped.
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. In addition, HR16DE engines are not affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
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However, on these Renault era Nissans (1999-present), even proper maintenance doesn’t help most of the time because these are just lower quality compared to the ones that predate Renault having a say. The other thing with Nissan is they usually use interference engines - which are more powerful, but are prone to head and block damage if the chain/belt breaks, so you need to check the engine with a borescope camera for piston, block and lifter damage if it breaks. Check the engine code to be sure, but Nissan is fully onboard the interference train unless this is the rare exception.
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That said, if Nissan is issuing a TSB/recall, it’s likely interference and they know they’re on the hook for engines if they don’t recall the bad chains since you and the others who own them will be in the right to demand new engines because they ignored it.
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done.'''
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'''''Note: HR16DE engines are not affected. If you hear about the VR38DETT, this is a Nismo engine, so it doesn’t apply unless you have one and know what makes the Nismo edition special enough to pay for it.'''''
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, basically ruining the engine beyond repair. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to protect the engine, especially on interference engines.
Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Part of the problem with the timing chains is the Renault Nissans are nowhere near as reliable as the ones that were sold up until 1999 that predate the partnership. In addition to that, Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. In addition, HR16DE engines are not affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
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In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, totaling the engine out and making replacement your only viable option. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to avoid destroying the engine.
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In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, basically ruining the engine beyond repair. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to protect the engine, especially on interference engines.
Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Part of the problem with the timing chains is these are Renault Nissans and they are nowhere near as reliable as the ones from the 90’s that predate the partnership. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
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Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Part of the problem with the timing chains is the Renault Nissans are nowhere near as reliable as the ones that were sold up until 1999 that predate the partnership. In addition to that, Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer. You usually also find an associated TSB with such a flaw (in the US you can find this with your VIN number). I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense - cheaper to change the chain then the entire engine. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer if you’re in the US by checking it on the NHTSA website. I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. In addition, HR16DE engines are not affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, totaling the engine out and making replacement your only viable option. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to avoid destroying the engine.
Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Since these have so many timing chain problems since the Renault Nissans are not the same as the ones from the 90’s, it shouldn’t be a surprise they can’t get a timing chain right. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
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Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Part of the problem with the timing chains is these are Renault Nissans and they are nowhere near as reliable as the ones from the 90’s that predate the partnership. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer. You usually also find an associated TSB with such a flaw (in the US you can find this with your VIN number). I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, totaling the engine out and making replacement your only viable option. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to avoid destroying the engine.
Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Since these have so many timing chain problems since the Renault Nissans are not the same as the ones from the 90’s, it shouldn’t be a surprise they can’t get a timing chain right. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer. You usually also find an associated TSB with such a flaw. I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer. You usually also find an associated TSB with such a flaw (in the US you can find this with your VIN number). I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, totaling the engine out and making replacement your only viable option. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to avoid destroying the engine.
Timing chains are lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually worn out at ~100k miles, give or take. Since it's so common it's sometimes better to get it done as a precaution since timing chain engines are typically interfere. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs, but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure.
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Timing chains are supposed to last the lifetime of the engine, but that’s never the case most of the time as it depends on the quality of the chain and the maintenance regimen of the owner. Maybe they genuinely last the lifetime of the engine with a Toyota, but they generally start to wear out at ~100k miles if properly maintained. Since these have so many timing chain problems since the Renault Nissans are not the same as the ones from the 90’s, it shouldn’t be a surprise they can’t get a timing chain right. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs (better power output, but you lose the engine if the belt/chain breaks), but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure - however I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s interference.
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The 2011-13 Jukes with the MR16DDT engines issues with the timing chain, so its best to replace it if you want to know for sure, but you can also check the VIN to tell as mentioned by someone else. '''If the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
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The 2011-13 MR16DDT Juke has known timing chain issues, so if you want to avoid *any* issues, get it changed at your expense. However, the VIN will give you a definitive answer. You usually also find an associated TSB with such a flaw. I'''f the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, totaling the engine out and making replacement your only viable option. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to avoid destroying the engine.
Timing chains are lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually worn out at ~100k miles, give or take. Since it's so common it's sometimes better to get it done as a precaution since timing chain engines are typically interfere. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs, but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure.
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The 2011-13 Jukes with the MR16DDT engines issues with the timing chain, swo its best to replace it if you want to know for sure, but you can also check the VIN to tell as mentioned by someone else. '''If the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
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The 2011-13 Jukes with the MR16DDT engines issues with the timing chain, so its best to replace it if you want to know for sure, but you can also check the VIN to tell as mentioned by someone else. '''If the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, totaling the engine out and making replacement your only viable option. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to avoid destroying the engine.
Timing chains are lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually worn out at ~100k miles, give or take. Since it's so common it's sometimes better to get it done as a precaution since timing chain engines are typically interfere. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs, but you can confirm that with the engine code.
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Timing chains are lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually worn out at ~100k miles, give or take. Since it's so common it's sometimes better to get it done as a precaution since timing chain engines are typically interfere. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs, but you can confirm that with the engine code if you want to know for sure.
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MR16DDT engines have known timing issues so if you own a 2011-13 Juke it may be a good idea to replace it to know for sure. This doesn't affect the HR16DE, so it's up to you on those. Unless you have a Nismo Juke, do not worry about the VR38DETT.
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The 2011-13 Jukes with the MR16DDT engines issues with the timing chain, swo its best to replace it if you want to know for sure, but you can also check the VIN to tell as mentioned by someone else. '''If the engine has been replaced, there is no way to be sure without just getting it done. The HR16DE isn’t affected. ''If you hear about the VR38DETT, this only applies to the Nismo Juke.'''''
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In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block and pistons, destroying the engine. Unless you want a new motor, the chain needs to be replaced when it begins to fail.
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In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks this design usually ends up damaging the block and pistons, totaling the engine out and making replacement your only viable option. It MUST be replaced when it shows early failure symptoms to avoid destroying the engine.
Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens. Even on a Toyota I’d still check it at 100k to be sure it’s intact so if it has an issue, I can get to it before it breaks.
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Timing chains are lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually worn out at ~100k miles, give or take. Since it's so common it's sometimes better to get it done as a precaution since timing chain engines are typically interfere. Nissan engines are almost all interfere designs, but you can confirm that with the engine code.
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That said, you can tell if it's an interference engine by the engine code. Nissan is usually interference.
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MR16DDT engines have known timing issues so if you own a 2011-13 Juke it may be a good idea to replace it to know for sure. This doesn't affect the HR16DE, so it's up to you on those. Unless you have a Nismo Juke, do not worry about the VR38DETT.
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MR16DDT engines have known timing issues so if you own a 2011-13 Juke it may be a good idea to replace it to know for sure. The other common engine code is HR16DE. Unless you have a Nismo Juke, do not worry about the VR38DETT.
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Most timing chain engines are interference, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block and pistons, destroying the engine. Unless you want a new motor, the chain needs to be replaced when it begins to fail. Some of them are still non-interference where it just disables the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
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In general, most timing chain engines are interference designs. If the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block and pistons, destroying the engine. Unless you want a new motor, the chain needs to be replaced when it begins to fail.
Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens. Even on a Toyota I’d still check it at 100k to be sure it’s intact so if it has an issue, I can get to it before it breaks.
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The best way to know is the engine code. If you have that, you can look into if it’s non-interference or interference. Nissan is usually interference, so do not be surprised if that ends up being the case.
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That said, you can tell if it's an interference engine by the engine code. Nissan is usually interference.
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MR16DDT engines have known timing issues so if you own a 2011-13 Juke it may be a good idea to replace it to know for sure. The other common engine code is HR16DE. Unless you have a Nismo Juke, do not worry about the VR38DETT.
Most timing chain engines are interference, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block and pistons, destroying the engine. Unless you want a new motor, the chain needs to be replaced when it begins to fail. Some of them are still non-interference where it just disables the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens. Even on a Toyota I’d still check it at 100k to be sure it’s intact so if it has an issue, I can get to it before it breaks.
The best way to know is the engine code. If you have that, you can look into if it’s non-interference or interference. Nissan is usually interference, so do not be surprised if that ends up being the case.
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Most timing chain engines are interference, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block and pistons, destroying the engine. Unless you want a new motor, the belt needs to be changed on these. Some of them are still non-interference where it just disables the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
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Most timing chain engines are interference, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block and pistons, destroying the engine. Unless you want a new motor, the chain needs to be replaced when it begins to fail. Some of them are still non-interference where it just disables the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens. Even on a Toyota I’d still check it at 100k to be sure it’s intact so if it has an issue, I can get to it before it breaks.
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Most timing chain engines are the interference type, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block. On these interference engines, you need to replace the timing chain when it begins to fail unless you want to replace the entire engine with a low mileage used one or a factory rebuild. Some of them are still non-interference where it just kills the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
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The best way to know is the engine code. If you have that, you can look into if it’s non-interference or interference. Nissan is usually interference, so do not be surprised if that ends up being the case.
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Most timing chain engines are interference, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block and pistons, destroying the engine. Unless you want a new motor, the belt needs to be changed on these. Some of them are still non-interference where it just disables the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens.
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Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens. Even on a Toyota I’d still check it at 100k to be sure it’s intact so if it has an issue, I can get to it before it breaks.
Most timing chain engines are the interference type, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block. On these interference engines, you need to replace the timing chain when it begins to fail unless you want to replace the entire engine with a low mileage used one or a factory rebuild. Some of them are still non-interference where it just kills the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens.
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Most timing chain engines are the interference type, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block. On these interference engines, you need to replace the timing chain when it begins to fail unless you want to drop a new motor into the car. Some of them are still non-interference where it just kills the engine, but Nissans are usually interference.
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Most timing chain engines are the interference type, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block. On these interference engines, you need to replace the timing chain when it begins to fail unless you want to replace the entire engine with a low mileage used one or a factory rebuild. Some of them are still non-interference where it just kills the engine, but Nissans are usually interference designs.
Timing chains are usually lifetime parts, but that’s never the case most of the time. MAYBE on a Toyota, but on most of the models that use them it’s usually done within ~100k miles, give or take. That doesn’t always happen, but that’s what commonly happens.
Most timing chain engines are the interference type, so if the chain breaks it’s going to damage the block. On these interference engines, you need to replace the timing chain when it begins to fail unless you want to drop a new motor into the car. Some of them are still non-interference where it just kills the engine, but Nissans are usually interference.