What are the symptoms of a stretched car timing chain?

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VanJason
07/29/25 7:09pm
Generally, when the timing chain is stretched, there will be abnormal noises. Continuing to drive may easily cause the chain to skip teeth, resulting in incorrect ignition timing, increased engine fuel consumption, and reduced power. If the stretching becomes more severe, the engine may experience chain skipping during high-speed operation or sudden acceleration, which could lead to engine failure.
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