2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Please Help

Tiny
CHRISTINAR7
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Engine Mechanical problem
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4 cyl Automatic

are there self clearing valves in the head of the engine for when the timing belt breaks?
Sunday, February 21st, 2010 AT 3:22 PM

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Tiny
MATHIASO
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Hello christinar7

When timing belt break, it must be replaced.
Though expensive, it certainly costs less than replacing the cylinder head if the timing belt breaks and damages the valves.
In some instances, coolant dripping from a leaking water pump seal has gotten into the tensioner bearings, causing the tensioner to seize and snap the timing belt. The labor to replace the belt, pulleys and water pump is around 2 hours, so with parts the total repair bill may be $400 to $600 if you are paying a mechanic to do the work for you.
When you get new timing belt put on, have it inspected at 30000 miles and replace at 60000 miles to be on the safe side.
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Sunday, February 21st, 2010 AT 6:33 PM

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