The timing chain in your Nissan ensures the valves on the engine close and open at the proper intervals. The timing chain must have the right amount of tension to keep the crankshaft and camshaft rotations synchronized and make sure the engine valves are opening and closing at the right intervals. The Engine Timing Chain Tensioner ensures that the timing chain receives the proper amount of tension to keep your engine operating as it should.
Eventually, your vehicle's timing chain can loosen. The Engine Timing Chain Tensioner keeps the timing chain in the correct position and under the appropriate amount of pressure, regardless of any stretching that may occur. If your vehicle's Engine Timing Chain Tensioner is damaged or old, it may cause the timing chain to loosen 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.
A clear sign of a damaged Engine Timing Chain Tensioner may be a rattling noise coming from your engine. A metal-on-metal sound may mean the timing chain has too much slack in it and is starting to wear out. Eventually, a rattling loose timing chain can lead to other issues, such as oil leaks.
If you suspect your Nissan's Engine Timing Chain Tensioner is damaged or failing, it's best to let a professional technician inspect it to replace or repair it, as it can be a difficult process accessing the Engine Timing Chain Tensioner.
If you need to replace your Engine Timing Chain Tensioner, purchase a new replacement tensioner from genuine Nissan Parts. Locate your nearest authorized Nissan service center for professional installation.
This Engine Timing Chain Tensioner fits your Nissan Altima 2019-2020, Nissan Cube 2009-2014, Nissan Juke 2011-2016, Nissan NV200 2013-2020, Nissan NV200 TAXI 2014-2018, Nissan Rogue Sport 2017-2020, Nissan Sentra 2007-2018, or Nissan Versa 2007-2012. Check out the What This Fits tab for more information.
Fits Cube, Juke, NV200, NV200 TAXI, Rogue, Sentra, Versa