2008 Suzuki SX4 Timing Chain

2008 SUZUKI SX4
50,000 MILES • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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RIZZLE80
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I returned from a month long vacation to discover that my Suzuki won't start. It sounded like it was trying to turn over, but couldn't. I had it towed to the garage and now they are saying that the timing chain broke and severely damaged the engine. The car was running perfectly before I left, and there were no warning signs. Is this possible?
May 22, 2014 at 10:52 PM
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HMAC300
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yes it's possible the chainor belt could have broken just shutting the engine off. probably bent some valves.
May 22, 2014 at 11:06 PM
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RIZZLE80
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Thanks for the info. Any idea why the chain/belt would go on a car with such low mileage? Maintenance has all been up to date.
May 22, 2014 at 11:43 PM
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HMAC300
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if it's a belt if oil got on it it will shorten the life dramatically if it's a chain it's possible the tensioner broke and or pulley wore out.
May 23, 2014 at 1:06 AM
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