1999 Hyundai Elantra No compression on cylinder # 1

1999 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
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JAYRIV
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1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

After changing the timing belt (it broke off while driving), my 99 Elantra won't fall into correct timing and when tested with compression gauge, there's no compression on cylinder #1. Unable to set TDC. What's the next step?
Mar 3, 2010 at 9:54 PM
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LEGITIMATE007
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you will have to remove the head and check which valves are damaged.
Mar 3, 2010 at 10:31 PM
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JAYRIV
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Thanks fo the quick reply!. Definetly is bent valve. Will check and get back with findings.
Mar 4, 2010 at 6:59 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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hey great, definitely keep me posted
Mar 4, 2010 at 7:11 AM
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