Timing Chain Tensioner

What is a Timing Chain Tensioner?

The timing chain tensioner generally sits inside the chain and keeps it at the correct tension so that the crankshafts/engine runs at the optimum speeds. Problems with the tensioner will often result in a ticking sound from the engine area as the chain will be slacker than it should and so the timing on the cams won't be quite right, leading to noises.

What problems can be caused by a faulty Timing Chain Tensioner?

Engine makes ticking sound

Check Engine warning light showing on dashboard

How much does it cost to replace the Timing Chain Tensioner?

The cost of a chain tensioner is pretty reasonable, they're generally between £15 to £70 for the part. As with anything to do with engine timing the labour cost will add significantly to the bill to replace the tensioner. It will generally be replaced as part of replacing the chain itself.

13 problems that mention the Timing Chain Tensioner

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Fan resistor fuse

Can't find it to replace and my fans are constantly on fast

2013 Citroen DS3 Ds3
Posted: Jul 13, 2022

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Blower fan not working

fan not working

2009 Citroen C3 Picasso
Posted: Jul 2, 2022

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Engine noisy when idling

when stopped at lights engine revs 1000 rpm

2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1400 cc
Posted: Apr 5, 2022

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CIGARETE LIGHTER NOT WORKING

NO AUX POWER BUT EVERYTHING ELSE WORKS WHAT FUSE AND WHERE IS IT

2009 Citroen C3 TDI
Posted: Mar 16, 2022

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Electric sliding doors not working on my 68 plate allure

I recently had to change my alternator belt and tensioner as the belt snapped and now my electric sliding doors are not working.

2018 Peugeot Traveller 2.0 diesel
Posted: Feb 20, 2022

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Radio miswire causing total car lockdown/deadbolted

A radio was installed which has caused an electrical issue.The car cant be accessed by fob or key, i've tried getting in through the bonnet and the boot but no joy.Im going to break in through a windo...

2007 Peugeot 1007 1.4
Posted: Feb 16, 2022

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Whinning noise when accelerating

A whinning noise has just begun in the engine compartment left of centre (note left hand drive car). Occurs and increases when accelerating. Noise not present when stationary or reving engine out of ...

2010 Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDI
Posted: Jan 28, 2022

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Dipped headlights will not turn off

Head lights stay on after stop driving and car locked , any help please ? Thank you

2005 Renault Modus 1.2
Posted: Jan 23, 2022

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Front fog light tell tale light on the dashboard on when even side lights are on however the car does not have front fog lights!

Problem recently appeared as per title ie when lights are switched on the front fog light tell tale light illuminates - car does not have front fog lights! Hyundai can offer Zeno explanation or estima...

2017 Hyundai i10 1.2 automatic lpg
Posted: Jan 22, 2022

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Headlight bulb has 12v power but I've tried 3 or 4 bulbs and it won't come on. The side light bulb is also out.

Light went out, I punched it and it came back on but then went off again and no matter how much I've punched it it's not coming on. There's 12v to the connector, I know that there's a certain way they...

2013 Citroen C3 1.6HDI exclusive
Posted: Jan 15, 2022

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