- Helps keep your engine operating as it should
- Ensures the timing chain receives the proper amount of tension
- Replace when worn out or damaged
The timing chain in your Nissan ensures that the engine valves open and close at the correct intervals. It's important that the timing chain has a balanced amount of tension to keep the rotation of the camshaft and crankshaft in sync and the engine valves opening and closing at the correct intervals. The Engine Timing Chain Tensioner ensures that the timing chain maintains the correct tension level to keep your engine working like it's supposed to.
Over time, your Nissan's timing chain can stretch. The Engine Timing Chain Tensioner helps keep the timing chain in the right place and under the correct amount of pressure, regardless of any stretching that may occur. If your vehicle's Engine Timing Chain Tensioner is damaged or old, it could cause the timing chain to become loose and fall out of place. This could cause the timing chain to break if the vehicle is running when it happens. If the timing chain isn't functioning, the pistons and valves could collide, and your engine won't be able to operate.
One obvious sign of an Engine Timing Chain Tensioner that needs to be replaced is a rattling noise around the engine bay. A metal-on-metal sounding rattle could signify that your timing chain has lost tension and is probably starting to wear out. Over time, a timing chain that has become loose may lead to other troubles, such as an oil leak.
If you suspect your Nissan's Engine Timing Chain Tensioner is damaged or failing, it's important that a professional technician inspect the tensioner to repair or replace it, as accessing the Engine Timing Chain Tensioner can be difficult.
If you need to replace your Engine Timing Chain Tensioner, we recommend that you replace it with a genuine tensioner from Nissan Parts. Get help with professional installation at your nearest authorized Nissan service center.
This Engine Timing Chain Tensioner fits your Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier, or Nissan Sentra. Check out the What This Fits tab for more information.
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Fits Altima, Frontier, Sentra