Changing the Timing Belt

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by spoiledrott95, May 19, 2008.

  1. spoiledrott95

    spoiledrott95 Guest

    How hard is it to change the timing belt on a 1990 Volvo 740GL? I
    know where the cover is and the two bolts holding the cover on but
    everything is just soooooo tight. It seems that all the other parts
    with belts at right up against the timing belt cover.

    My car is driving (or not driving) me nuts. I have in the past month
    replaced the fuel relay, starter, fuel filter and lastly the intank
    fuel pump. I can get the engine to turn over but for it to stay
    running, I have to hold my foot on the gas peddle to idle it. Once I
    take my foot off the pedal, the car shuts back down on me. It did run
    2 days after the fuel pump was changed but even that was a horrible
    ride. It would choke up alot and creep at 3-5 mph before I was even
    able to get it to move. Once it finally got ridden a bit, it was
    fine. I did hear what I thought was banging behind me but my son had
    said that was the car backfiring.

    Any suggestions please????? Pretty Please??????

    Thanks
     
    spoiledrott95, May 19, 2008
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    Gary Heston Guest

    My car doesn't have a timing belt, it has a timing chain, so I can't
    really help you with this.
    Sounds like you have a serious vacuum leak. Look for a hose that is
    loose, split, or fallen off.


    Gary
     
    Gary Heston, May 19, 2008
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    Mr. V Guest

    Mr. V, May 19, 2008
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    Roadie Guest

    If it seems that tight then my recommendation is that you have a
    mechanic with experience do the repair. You don't want to install the
    belt incorrectly.

    You might want to clean the throttle body.
     
    Roadie, May 19, 2008
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