98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?

Jan 15, 2005 3 Replies
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I've read a bit on the web, and I'd like someone to confirm for me regarding my 98 Cherokee with 4L I6 Engine (105,000 miles):


1) The timing chain does not need to be replaced like timing belts do - it should last as long as the engine.
2) If the timing chain should break, the engine is "non-interference" so I don't have to worry about major damage like bent valves, etc. Is this correct?

Thanks, Mike



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D

snipped-for-privacy@yahoo.com did pass the time by typing:

That's my understanding, although the book talks about 200,000 miles as being a recommended service interval for the chain.

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G

Good to know. I'm glad I don't have to replace it or worry about it messing up the engine if it does break.

MIke

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J

replying to googleid2003, joe simmons wrote: my jeep has 176 k miles the chain is not broken but noisy.

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