Will the pistons always fall into the same pattern on a 360 degree turn when lined up to the timing mark?
Jul 13, 2021 at 6:26 PM
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SQM
AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
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Hello,
360 degree rotation of the crankshaft will return all the pistons to the starting position. So yes.
This video nicely explains that:
Are you trying to replace the timing chain?
I have attached the instructions for that as well.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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Jul 13, 2021 at 7:28 PM
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DARYLPASTO
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Had to replace the water pump and I turned the crankshaft to realign and I just wanted to make sure that was it came to the same position,I thought I did. I just want to make sure so thank you.
Jul 13, 2021 at 7:48 PM
SQM
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You bet. Please reach out if you have any other questions.
Thank you.