The car suddenly started running rough, bogging down and noisy with what sounds like backfiring through the intake manifold on acceleration. Check engine light on. Took it to AutoZone and the diagnostic was 106, 1 of 3 air flow etc. Checked for leaks in airtake manifold thing, tightned clamps, listened for leaks etc. Replaced plugs, MAP sensor, air filter and serpentine belt. Put in premium gas. This made no difference. Now it's knocking on idle also. Thought maybe carbon build up as it hasn't been on highway in 6 months, just city driving. Had a few people listen to it and w/ all different opinions...rod knock (would it backfire?) rocker arm, timing...I'm going to take it to a shop but I don't want to get ripped off and if I can would like to repair it myself. Any help would be appreciated!!!!
2006-08-15 09:25:36 · 6 answers · asked by 313girl 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Correct, no timing belt, it has timing chain. What sucks is my Cavalier is only 10 years old, have had 9 years and preventative maintenance has been faithfully done and I had to replace the trans four years ago. what a lemon!
2006-08-15 11:05:44 · update #1
sounds like it slipped timing on the belt.
2006-08-15 09:31:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Replace the timing belt, because that could cause serious damage to the engine. I'm not exactly sure what it does, but i know that my car [92' Mazda 929] Needs the belt to be replaced every something miles, or serious engine problems, including overheating, could occur. So make sure that's working right before you do anything drastic.
2006-08-15 09:34:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-25 19:42:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well since my memory isnt the best, i dont believe this vehicle has a timing belt. it should have gears instead. this isnt going to be easy but i believe you have either flatened a lob on the cam or busted a timing gear and now everything is out of whack. sounds like you might need a new engine which ever way you look at it. sorry
2006-08-15 10:23:29 · answer #4 · answered by Christian 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a computer problem. Usually reliable. 100 bucks for the computer, then labor on top. Good luck.
2006-08-15 12:19:48 · answer #5 · answered by jeff s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This sounds like your timing is off. It happened to a car I had, and once I had it adjusted, it was fine.
2006-08-19 08:12:20 · answer #6 · answered by jmiller 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋