- Opens and closes essential valves within your engine
- Can lead to costly engine repairs if not replaced quickly
- Get a genuine OEM Engine Timing Chain at Nissan Parts
The Engine Timing Chain controls the opening and closing of various valves throughout your Nissan's engine. It is an essential component in your vehicle's combustion process.
Simply put, an air-fuel mixture enters your engine's cylinders when the Engine Timing Chain opens the intake valves. Once the mixture has gone through, the timing chain shuts the intake valves, thus starting the compression and combustion process. This mixture ultimately turns into the power needed to keep your Nissan riding smoothly.
Since your engine's timing chain helps to manage such an integral process within the engine, the most common cause of damage is general wear and tear over time. Sometimes, although the possibility is rare, a broken or damaged Engine Timing Chain can even cause engine failure. Engine failure can be expensive or damaged beyond repair. Keep your Nissan in good shape by having this component replaced immediately if it is broken or damaged.
If your Nissan's Engine Timing Chain breaks or starts to fail, you may experience other symptoms as well. Your vehicle's engine may begin to misfire. Your motor oil might become dirty due to metal shavings falling from the worn Engine Timing Chain. And as the Engine Timing Chain slacks and weakens, you may hear rattling noises when driving on the road.
If you suspect that your Nissan's Engine Timing Chain has become worn or damaged, we recommend getting a replacement immediately. This component is essential for keeping your engine in great working order. Make sure that you choose the right one for your ride by buying genuine OEM components at Nissan Parts today!
The Engine Timing Chain you see here, part 13028ZS70A, is engineered to fit your Nissan Altima 2002-2006. Learn more about OEM part fitment for your Nissan under the What This Fits tab.
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