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Timing belt replacement

Tiny
POTTER130
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  • 2000 NISSAN QUEST
  • 3.3L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 107,000 MILES
I have the car listed above that the timing belt went on. I have found conflicting reports online whether it is an interference, or non interference engine. I did try to crank the engine several times after it shut off on me. Is it possible that I damaged valves or any other mechanical parts?
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Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 AT 5:22 PM

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Tiny
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Good evening.

Yes, it is listed as an interference engine. The easy way to tell is to remove the plugs and use a boroscope to look in the cylinders and see if you see any bent valves.

If you have a shop looking at the car, have them check it first before attempting any repairs.

Roy
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Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 AT 5:34 PM
Tiny
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They could also do a leak-down test to look for valve damage. If the engine was rotated with a broken belt, you can be confident it has engine damage.
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Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 AT 8:07 PM

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