Should the cam gears on each block match one another?

2002 MAZDA MILLENIA
99,000 MILES • 2.5L • V6 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RODNEYHAIL
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Just replaced the timing belt that broke while driving. After the replacement i attempted to start it and it hardly won't start and when it does it sounds bad. Have checked and realigned all the gears to the correct location but get the same result. I took the valve covers off because I wanted to see if the cams were alright and to check their alignment. When one set of gears is in alignment the others are not in the same alignment, is that normal or should both sets of gears be in alignment with each other.
Aug 21, 2015 at 12:49 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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That engine is what's called an "interference engine". the moment it broke it likely bent multiple valves. Looking for a used engine is probably your best way out.
Aug 21, 2015 at 5:08 AM
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