Does anyone have instructions for replacing timing chain on 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3 engine?

Answer 1

hey try going to autozone.com and looking up their repair guide (its free).
or go to mitchellsmanual.com (small fee)
hope this helps!

Answer 2

If you are thinking it may go out, for get it. I have never known of a timing chain on the 3.3 or 3.8 ever giving problems. It will however star rattling (loose) around 180,000 miles. I changed mine because of a slight rattling noise at that mileage and discovered it couldn't jump! It has a heavy duty chain on solid steel gears. However if you do change it, You need to get a manual and follow directions. It's not that hard, but way to involved to tell here. Also, you will need a special tool to pull the crank gear off. Replace both gear with the chain also.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

i could propose going to a keep for that. that's an extremely complicated technique and is not any longer ordinary to describe in such short words. additionally they positioned 4 diverse autos in a grand caravan and each is an exceptionally diverse technique.

Answer 5

Disconnect battery
Drain cooling system. Refer to Cooling System/Service and Repair for procedure.
Support engine and remove right engine mount.
Raise vehicle on hoist. Drain engine oil.
Remove oil pan and oil pump pick-up. It may be necessary to remove transmission inspection cover.
Remove right wheel and inner splash shield.
Remove drive belt. Refer to Engine/Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair for procedure.
Remove A/C compressor and set aside.
Remove A/C compressor mounting bracket.
Fig. 43 Removing Crankshaft Pulley







Remove crankshaft pulley Fig. 43 .
Remove idler pulley from engine bracket.
Fig. 44 Engine Bracket (Typical)







Remove engine bracket Fig. 44 .
Fig. 45 Timing Chain Case Cover







Remove cam sensor from chain case cover Fig. 45 .
TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL


Remove camshaft sprocket attaching bolt, and remove timing chain with camshaft sprocket.
Using a suitable puller remove the crankshaft sprocket. Be careful not to damage the crankshaft surface .


installation:
Position a new crankshaft sprocket on the shaft, install sprocket with suitable tool and mallet. Be sure sprocket is seated into position.
Rotate crankshaft so the timing arrow is to the 12 o'clock position.
Place timing chain around camshaft sprocket and place the timing mark to the 6 o'clock position.
Align the dark colored links with the dot on the camshaft sprocket, place timing chain around crankshaft sprocket with the dark colored link lined up with the dot on the sprocket and install camshaft sprocket into position.
Fig. 49 Alignment Of Timing Marks







Using straight edge to check alignment of timing marks Fig. 49 .
Install camshaft bolt and washer. Tighten to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) .
Rotate crankshaft 2 revolutions. Timing marks should line up. If timing marks do not line up remove cam sprocket and realign.
Fig. 50 Camshaft Thrust Plate







Check camshaft endplay With new thrust plate the specification is 0.0127 to 0.304 mm (0.005 to 0.012 inches.) . Old thrust plate specification is 0.31 mm (0.012 in.) maximum. If not within these limits install new thrust plate.
TIMING COVER INSTALLATION


Be sure mating surfaces of chain case cover and cylinder block are clean and free from burrs. Crankshaft oil seal must be removed to insure correct oil pump engagement. NOTE: Do not use a sealer on cover gasket.
Fig. 46 Timing Cover Rear Surface







Use a new cover gasket, O-rings Fig. 46 . Adhere new gasket to timing cover, making sure that the lower edge of the gasket flush to 0.5 mm (0.020 in.) passed the lower edge of the cover. Refer to oil pan sealing outlined in this section.
Rotate crankshaft so that the oil pump drive flats are vertical.
Position oil pump inner rotor so the mating flats are in the same position as the crankshaft drive flats Fig. 46 .
Install cover onto crankshaft. Make sure the oil pump is engaged on the crankshaft correctly or severe damage may result .
Install chain case cover screws and torque to 27 Nm (20 ft.lbs.) .
Fig. 47 Installation Of Crankshaft Front Oil Seal







Install crankshaft oil seal Fig. 47 .
Fig. 48 Installation Of Crankshaft Pulley







Install crankshaft pulley Fig. 48 .
Install engine bracket Fig. 44 torque screws to 54 Nm (40 ft.lbs.) .
Install idler pulley on engine bracket.
Install cam sensor.
Install A/C compressor mounting bracket.
Install A/C compressor.
Install drive belt. Refer to Engine/Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair for installation procedure.
Install inner splash shield and wheel.
Install oil pump pick-up and oil pan and transmission inspection cover if removed.
Install engine mount.
Fill crankcase with oil to proper level.
Fill cooling system. Refer to Cooling System/Service and Repair for procedure.
Connect battery




ps its about a 5 to 6 hour job

Answer 6

Why did you buy a piece of crap like that for thous are junk