2.4l dodge engine problems

2002 DODGE STRATUS
96,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BRUCEWV
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2002 dodge stratus won't idle after changing broken timing belt, runs good at 1500 rpm
May 30, 2011 at 11:15 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Did belt breake ? timing marks dead on and engine rotated 2 times to check marks?
May 30, 2011 at 11:41 AM
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BRUCEWV
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broke while running yes crankshaft and both camshafts dead on marks
May 30, 2011 at 11:44 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Engine known for bending valves check compression
May 30, 2011 at 11:49 AM
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