Car Fix DIY Videos

In this 5-Part video series I replace the rattling #1 TIMING CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER on my 2002 Suzuki XL-7 V6.

Part 1 covers:
-Symptoms
-TSB and procedure overview
-Parts list

This procedure applies to these Suzuki trucks with V6 engines:
’01-’06 Suzuki XL-7 H27 2.7L V6
’99-’06 Suzuki Grand Vitara H25 2.5L V6

Symptoms are a rattling from the front of the engine, especially on initial cold start and at hot idle.
Search for TSB: TS 07 03014R2 on
http://www.bbbind.com/free_tsb.html

Parts supplied by:
http://www.suzukicarparts.com/parts/index.cfm?siteid=214820
http://www.partsgeek.com/

NOTE:
The quoted labor time for this job is 14.5 HOURS, longer than replacing both head gaskets on a Subaru! Here I take some common-sense shortcuts to cut the labor time down to 6 hours or so.

There is nothing too complicated about the procedure…just nuts and bolts. However, attention to detail is critical. These are INTERFERENCE engines. If the timing chain jumps during tensioner replacement, resetting the timing is NOT a straight-forward procedure!
Also all the metal covers are sealed by RTV so proper application is crucial for avoiding oil leaks in the future.

Enjoy!