Help! Broken Timing Belt

[scoobysteven]

The timing belt on my girl's 2001 PT Cruiser broke. Car just quit, no banging. What are the chances of damage, bent valves, etc?

[lakersfan1]

Slim to none, unless there was a cause other than old timing belt.

[scoobysteven]

Originally Posted by lakersfan1

Slim to none, unless there was a cause other than old timing belt.

So you are saying there would be damage?

[CREWZIN]

As a last consideration, timing belt replacement should be performed at the recommended interval to prevent possible engine damage. Several DaimlerChrysler engines do not have free-wheeling provisions. In other words, if the timing belt fails, an ascending piston(s) can strike a valve(s) in the open position, causing extensive and expensive engine damage. The 1.6L SOHC, 2. 0L SOHC, 2.0L DOHC and the 3.5 V6 all fit into this category. The 2.4L DOHC, used in the minivans, PT Cruiser and Sebring/Stratus, however, is a free-wheeling engine. A broken timing belt will just leave you on the side of the road with no additional engine damage. The 2.4L is a free-wheeling engine when it comes to piston to- valve clearance. However, the valves may hit each other should the timing belt break.

[scoobysteven]

Originally Posted by CREWZIN

As a last consideration, timing belt replacement should be performed at the recommended interval to prevent possible engine damage. Several DaimlerChrysler engines do not have free-wheeling provisions. In other words, if the timing belt fails, an ascending piston(s) can strike a valve(s) in the open position, causing extensive and expensive engine damage. The 1.6L SOHC, 2. 0L SOHC, 2.0L DOHC and the 3.5 V6 all fit into this category. The 2.4L DOHC, used in the minivans, PT Cruiser and Sebring/Stratus, however, is a free-wheeling engine. A broken timing belt will just leave you on the side of the road with no additional engine damage. The 2.4L is a free-wheeling engine when it comes to piston to- valve clearance. However, the valves may hit each other should the timing belt break.

Thanks bro! I think my engine might be OK

[bobs turbo pt]

let us know how you make out good luck !!

[scoobysteven]

I will for sure, and thanks for all your help!

[Hooligan]

How many miles did the car have on it? Was it past the recommended mileage to have the belt replaced?

[scoobysteven]

It had 111K, and no the belt has never been changed. The car belongs to my female friend. Some things are predictable, and this event is no different.

[Hooligan]

Recommended change between 90-100,000 miles.