1987 Other Dodge Models

1987 DODGE
84,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANC1972
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1987 Dodge 600 4dr Sedan was surging while driving, then the oild light came on and the car died within seconds of the light coming on. It has been found the teeth are missing from the Timing Belt, but the engine stills rotates. If I replace the timing belt, do I have to replace the Water Pump? and what about the possibility of a hole in the piston or a bent rod?
Feb 21, 2008 at 6:45 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Just try the belt. I don't believe this is an interfearance engine, so it should be fine. If the water pump is fine, let it go.
Mar 20, 2009 at 5:01 PM
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