Q: Timing chain problem should I replace the motor because of the mileage
Timing chain making a loud sound needs to be replaced but have (3) timing chain should I replace the motor or get the whole engine rebuild
My car has 200000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hello. If the noise is isolated to the timing chain area, then that should be all that you need. If the engine has been well-maintained then there really is no reason to install a new engine. This engine can last 100,000 more miles if it was well-maintained. If it hasn’t been well-maintained, then I would replace the engine instead of wasting time on the chains. If you would like to get another opinion on this, a certified technician from YourMechanic can come to your car’s location to inspect the noise and the engine and advise you on the most appropriate repair.
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