Dodge Timing Belt Replacement

Dodge neon Timing Belt Replacement
Disclaimer:
This video is not meant to be a definitive how to.Always consult a professional repair manual before starting your repair.I am not responsible for any problems that you might incur by watching or following this video.Follow at your own risk.

[@theadventurist6575]

Thank you so much for this video. I have a 2003 Neon SXT, 2.0L and I followed these instructions and was able to change my timing belt, water pump, alternator belt, and power steering belt in a matter of hours. You saved me a lot of time and money. I've used your videos before on other cars I've owned, and you always save me loads of money by showing me exactly what to do. I have very little mechanical experience, and am still able to work on my car thanks to you. Much thanks to you my friend.

[@theadventurist6575]

Just a side note, we followed all your tips for getting the crankshaft sprocket and the other upper sprocket lined up again. Very good instructions. Must have nailed it because my car's been running like a champ for several weeks now.

[@MMPCTV]

Great video. Used it as a visual workup before working on a 2005. I didn't remove the radiator hoses or the power steering bracket. So for those that don't want to make a mess, you can do it without taking the radiator hoses off. Everything else was spot on. I had access to a factor manual too, but seeing it done is always much more helpful. Thanks! :)

[@dragonovvavowski2873]

This is the only video that shows how its done step by step. Thank you so much.

[@SirKronan]

Awesome video! Was a great help. By following these instructions (and one other source), I got timing back on track, replaced the timing belt, tensioner pulley, and water pump replaced. After replacing motor mounts, the transmission mount, and a few other odds and ends, the Neon is now running better than it has in years!! Thank you for you help, good sir.

[@ralphmueller5]

Excellent video. You showed us what to look for as the job progressed and how to address it. Other videos I've watched don't go into the detail you do on this repair. Kudos to on your attention to detail.

[@RichpinTv]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@r.b.l.5841]

Excellent video Richpin, I needed help getting to the top (cam) and bottom (crank) oil seals for changing; your posting made the process stress-free. Knowing ahead of time the accessory pulley bolt would be too short for reinstalling the pulley, I was prepared (bought a 12mmx1.75 x 110mm grade 8 bolt ahead of starting the job) tips like this really made the work go well.The only information I would add for viewers - if you need to remove the crank (bottom) timing-belt-cog/sprocket to access the oil seal behind it; this can be done using a flat style puller plate and three 6mm x1.0 pitch bolts. I had grade five bolts and all went well easing each a small turn each until the cog came free. This cog is keyed to the shaft - don't loose the key when pulling the cog free, and don't let the shaft turn as you will loose the timing alignment.Great post.

[@RichpinTv]

+Robert Little Thank you for the tip.

[@seadogjz]

Very instructive and thorough vid, Rich. Reminds me of changing the timing belt and water pump on my 2001 honda civic. I am not as handy and experienced as you so the job took me one day and a half. I thought honda belt may be the worst on earth to work on. But after this vid, I know dodge should earn this title :P

[@scotthuffman389]

This video was extremely easy to follow along with. And you left nothing out. Thank you so much!

[@maddogart5133]

Great Video love the step by step not skipping the in-between and clear video -audio this is my project today thank you Sir !! much appreciated !!

[@Carpenter2099]

This guy has the best videos for vehicle repair. I've stumbled across a few of his videos and I always recognize the accent. I just went ahead and subscribed.

[@RichpinTv]

Wow, thanks!

[@RichpinTv]

The neon timing belt job is not one of my favored ones to do.

[@davidtomechko7354]

the man who painted the right way to pay attention and get it right thank you for your time have a nice day

[@Filmaker25]

Another great one Rich! I had to do alot of this because a year ago my water pump on my neon went. A big , big job Rich

[@mph5896]

Thanks Rich! I gained some great tips from your video such as using a 17mm wrench on the belt tensioner and using a mirror to adjust the belt properly. Car runs like a top again after having a P0016 code (belt looked like it was very close to the marks but still set the code and put into limp mode)

[@MrBilld75]

It may not be your favorite, but thank you for filming it! Your video is THE most detailed and the best one on KZbin for sure. You cover everything. It doesn't look like fun, I'll give you that, and I am not looking forward to doing mine at all. Thank's to your great vid though, I feel confident enough to handle it. Like you mentioned though, better to do it now, then have your belt or pump fail (which my pump is doing) then have it running and do that horrible valve smashing you spoke of.

[@find-me-at-Clumslay]

Richpin. Thank you so much for the video! You could have saved me hundreds. I never would have had the gumption to change my water pump without your video and the one from autotech. I watched it backwards and forwards so much that I started thinking in that Boston, is it?accent. Can't thank you enough. When I got to my water pump I decided it wasn't leaking (it had been changed twice by the same mechanic the last just about 4k ago) so I changed the thermostat housing instead HA! But I wouldn't change the experience being that I was on vacation and want under pressure to get out done. Thanks!

[@livedeliciously]

Oh no, I have to do this tomorrow. Thanks for showing the process. More thanks for having this in HD.

[@dedwards0117]

Keeping you all updated in real time. I followed this video for tips on replacing the tensioner pulley. Overall it aint that bad, and I'm a big guy with big, fat hands and theoretically I'm half way done after a couple interrupted hours of work. Stopping because it's getting dark and I have to work. It helps tremendously if you have air, but it isnt absolutely necessary. But it does help to have 3/8" and 1/4" drive tools and a short 15mm. If you can have a 1/4" drive short 15mm, it will help with a few of the rear bolts. Hope this helps.

[@trimbot6]

When the timing belt is off, and rotating the crank on an interference engine with a wrench, it advisable to put the crank marks at 9 or 3 0'clock position where the pistons are all halfway in the bores. If the crank is at 12 or 6 o'clock positions and the crank is rotated there is a chance of contacting the piston tops and bending the valves. FYI

[@richpin3041]

Thank you for letting everyone know that.

[@R_Arizona]

I don't get it. Do you mean move the camshaft to the 9 or 3 O'clock positions?

[@RichpinTv]

Thank you for pointing that out can you tell i do not work on chryslers that often.

[@RichpinTv]

@fenixans Yes the 01 is supposed to have the hydraulic tensioner

[@RichpinTv]

@adezso76 I know this is a pain in the butt but the safest way is to loose the rockers or remove the camshaft then put the crankshaft at top dead center and then line up the camshaft marks.

[@MrHelisteve]

You are te best. I watched your vid this morning and it turned out to be right on. you saved me hours of figuring out what the best order of dissasembly and how to get out those tuff bolts. Thank you for this vid, i wish i could send you a case of beer. your the best!!!!!

[@jessefuller2012]

Who knew Peter Griffin was a mechanic lol

[@RichpinTv]

@fugaldevelopment They do not tell you why in the manuals why you move it 3 teeth but i am guessing to make sure all the play is out before installing the belt.The only thing is I wish i could have shown you better the marks on the tensioner but i could not get my camera close enough.

[@jw200]

I have Dodge Avenger, with 420A engine, similar to Dodge Neon. I took that pulley off with "generic" 3 yaw puller, that can handle at least 3 tons. Works fine.

[@BOLANBOSNABOSS]

I have Dodge Neon 2003 SE 2.0.( 185 000 miles ) My concern right now is head gasket and water pump . Your video beside others will be my guide even though this will be my first time to do that. I do not have any air tools to remove crankshaft pulley bolt and harmonic balancer as well. I have all hand tools necessary for this job. I have no idea what I am about to face till I get there. As I can see you didn't have that much of a problems to replace those stuff.

[@RichpinTv]

Glad it worked out OK.I am going to make a note in the video that the the puller was on backwards

[@RichpinTv]

There is a possibility that there will be damage to the valves in the cylinder head.There are timing marks already there so you are all set.

[@dodgecoronet68]

Well I went on and did the job and removed the mount plate. I didn't have to remove the crankshaft pulley nor the alternator belt. I had to remove the mount plate to have access to the tensioner arm because the little pulley is bolted with a torx-driven bolt that it's practically impossible to loosen with the plate in place. I have already replaced the tensioner pulley and the car runs fine now.

[@KeithSWD]

I am doing this job on my Chrysler neon 2005, next month. Thanks for the clear explanations. But i do not have the compression gauge.

[@RichpinTv]

The book says to do it the way i did in the video but i do not see why you could not wait till the cover is off to line up your marks.

[@RichpinTv]

@deadman12078 I presume the engine is correctly timed right now if so what you could do is make your own timing mark for the cam.Yes this engine is an interference engine.

[@MrPowderkeg1]

dead on, best vid i watched on this and the tip on damper puller was great with out it i probley whoud have tour it up. also nice that you stated sizes saved me a lot of time and sweet i did this outside on a 100*+ day

[@foxdmulder]

how long does it take you to do a belt replacement from start to finish? that was a great video, neons are cramped though, toyotas give better space.

[@MrBilld75]

Excellent thing to know. I have the part (whole kit with timing belt and pump, seals etc.) but I wanted some clarification on one thing you said in your AWESOME video. You say that you used a cable to secure the engine before taking out the T55 bolt for the engine mount so that the bolt is easier to get out and the engine won't shift. Where did you hook the cable to and from? (ie: location) and do I need a cable, or can I use a cargo strap elsewhere on the engine. Seen that before too. Thank's!

[@deadman12078]

Have to check timing on my 96 Neon but the cover is GONE. Is there an arrow on the cylinder head or just the plastic cover? I'm afraid to take the belt off to replace the broken cover. The 2.0 SOHC is an interference engine right? So if the timing is off too much I could really screw up valves/pistons. Planning to replace head gasket, water pump, belt, cover, head bolts, tensioner, crankshaft seal and some other gaskets during overhaul... maybe the piston rings too depending on compression tests

[@RichpinTv]

Even at idle speed the engine is spinning at a good clip so it does not take much.

[@RichpinTv]

@Edwinb777 I am not sure i wish i had a 01 and 02 handy to compare.

[@RichpinTv]

Randy Trefethren, Take a close look at your tensioner.

[@rzz1122]

why didn't you start it up though??? pistons and valves ok???

[@amberescalante9817]

Is it me or dies he sound like peter Griffin??

[@mochaguerrero261]

glad I'm not the only one

[@gregnice25]

question...right above that lower torque strut mount, somewhere in the middle is another mount...i believe it's for the transmission....is that correct? Advance Auto Part #2947...my other question is, do you know where part #3050 is located? this is for a 2003 dodge neon se automatic 2.0L

[@randytrefethren1710]

Great video! Helped me a lot. I'm running into the problem of my timing belt walking off when I do the two revolutions. It comes over the cam shaft pulley about 1/4". What did I do wrong?

[@gangster1dave]

im changing my rocker arms .i got nice set from the junk yard they are complete with shaft .im trying to find out how to put them on right ,,i am reading online and they say to find TDC and then go three notches back before i put them on .. then torque to 21 ft lbs.. 2001 Plymouth neon 2.0 liter..if you can let me know anything im missing please let me know

[@deadman12078]

@richpin06a I'm aware of this, sir. :( Sadly the previous owner did not reinstall the outer cover and smashed the top of the inner cover; the cover you put white paint mark for TDC. So the plastic shroud around the camshaft is missing down to the top of cylinder head. Tried to look for arrow but the angle... mark.ve seen some pics with/without arrow similar to crankshaft arrow. From what I've read is it an interference engin. This scares me though have done 5 timing belts/chains

[@franciscoaguirre2764]

not yet but i'll get on that what needs to be done if the valves are damaged just replace them or will it have caused more damage?

[@chrisvega7102]

Thanks for the info now I'm off to check and replace the valves..if not I'll just get a good used head..

[@Edwinb777]

Hi Rich, I just watched your video and it's a great video. Question: you said the 01 Neon is supposed to have the hydraulic tensioner, can the hydraulic tensioner be replace by the new upgraded mechanical tensioner or I still have to use the hydraulic tensioner. Thank you.

[@deadman12078]

@richpin06a If I remove the camshaft sprocket and stuff to replace the rear cover. Do I just have to make sure #1 cylinder is at TDC and the valves are closed while camshaft is at TDC after replacing rear cover (with TDC mark)??? If I do that everything will be ok, right??? Worse case it's 180 off but cylinders won't hit the valves?

[@RichpinTv]

Sounds like the pin that drives the camshaft gear.The only one i have seen is this one were this person ran low on oil and the cam seized .

[@rknihay]

richpin06a wonder if that's what's wrong with mine. Changed camshaft sensor a month ago. Changed temperature sensor and thermostat and ran car. Pressed the gas a couple times, car made a loud screeching noise and shut off. Won't even cut back on with a jump and car is giving me P0340 code again.

[@RichpinTv]

Did it jump time.

[@RichpinTv]

@campauchicken Yes it is quite involved on this car

[@YEET-yh6qc]

Whats the reason for moving the crank shaft sprocket 3 teeth back and 1/2 a tooth before the new belt and tensioner?

[@YEET-yh6qc]

Why not just move it half a tooth instead of 3 back?

[@chrisvega7102]

Ok.. it was the timing belt that was broken. I was told that when it does that I'm at risk of having my valves bent. Is that possible? I also replaced everything and now it only makes a knocking noise when I accelerate. I check the timing belt and all is good. Any clues?

[@RichpinTv]

Yes on the neon a broken timing belt can lead to bent valves.

[@neonsrt4545]

Why do you have to turn the crank back 3 teeth and then back to half a tooth ? I'm sorry i cant wrap my head around it 😔

[@RichpinTv]

@foxdmulder The neon took the whole day.

[@MJ-lm7ne]

You sure talk funny?But that was a hell of a demo very informative

[@RichpinTv]

@MrEricboz I can not help your there as i have not worked with fidanza.

[@TheProtagonist_777]

Try as I might, I could not remove the middle motor mount bolt (T55). Any tips? I was using a 1/2" drive impact and it did not budge.

[@RichpinTv]

Jeremie Wells The only thing i can suggest is a 1/2 inch beaker bar and penetrating oil.

[@topherd1011]

Did u take the pressure off the bolt by jacking up the engine? A breaker bar is all you should need.

[@adezso76]

rich whats size is the bolt you uesd to draw the crankshaft damper on?

[@RichpinTv]

@TKOxPITCHBlAk Don't you just love changing the back spark plugs on that sebring 2.7

[@aaronanthony1448]

Hello I've tried to align the marks 3 times and it keeps giving me the same p00 16 code and cuts back at 3k what's the best 100 percent way thanks

[@Skyefuego]

the step of rotating the crankshaft two revolutions, if the marks are aligned already do you still have to rotate it? that part got me lost.

[@RichpinTv]

The purpose of rotating the engine two revolutions is make make sure that it is aligned properly.

[@Skyefuego]

Thanks for clearing that up.

[@seeingblind8]

Great video, I have a 2001 dodge neon, what would this repair cost, if I couldn't do it myself??

[@christopheradams6317]

+John Doe about 400 bucks average its a lot of work

[@King-og4hp]

+John Doe i did it with my 2005 and im going to do with my rt 2003 so it cost me for the first one 32$ for timing belt from auto value, and if u dont have tools will cost u more

[@andrewmichel6456]

i have a 1st gen neon, but my bolt for crankshaft pulley is a M12x1.75x150mm long? and no body has the right installer for this any suggestions because i really need car and there isnt shops around me for miles???

[@richpin3041]

You already know the hard part what size the bolt is now you get some longer bolts for a installer.

[@RichpinTv]

Thank you for the information.

[@RichpinTv]

@amaple312 My sentiments exactly

[@J_booze]

I was telling the other guy to shut up because 'Mocks' is him making fun of how you say 'marks'.

[@RichpinTv]

There is a way you can say thank you.Look for my videos with the google ads embedded in them and click on them.They give me a few cents for the clicks,then i can buy that beer.

[@RichpinTv]

O ya the neon timing belt replacement is no fun.

[@RichpinTv]

I would replace the water pump if i was planning to keeping the car at the 100,000 mark.

[@temo8774]

Thanks for all you help.

[@RichpinTv]

My pleasure!

[@gregnice25]

thanks a lot. i appreciate your knowlegde.

[@RichpinTv]

Wow i saw that don't no what to make of it.

[@crystalscan2002]

ur working on that POS again :P

[@Filmaker25]

I know , because me and my bud took hours to do the water pump.

[@RichpinTv]

@karlakatie1522 I do not have a video on the s-series at this time if i have to do one i will video it.

[@RichpinTv]

@CARRICK6423 If you or anyone else need to know what the tensioner looks like in the adjusted position i will shoot you a link of a picture i took of it. I just ran out of room on the video.

[@herbchilling2362]

He kinda sounds like Peter Griffin. lol Good video though

[@charlesejr2861]

I have a 2004 Neon and I cant express enough that when you do your timing belt please REPLACE the water pump, cam and crank seal, and the timing tensioner as well as the engine mount which I'm sure is broken because it's common for the (vibration Neon) as I call it. Just a little FYI from a skilled technician. Great video though very informative. Get the entire timing replacement kit everything is included

[@RichpinTv]

A leak down test can confirm if the valves are seating.

[@RichpinTv]

@MicrosoftCPU3 Yes there is a correct way to install a timing belt.Get a repair book use my video and you should have no problem.

[@RichpinTv]

@adezso76 The idea is to loose them so they do not push on the valves while you turn the cam to it's timing mark.

[@RichpinTv]

@gq4u72 Yes you do, very fun job.Women and children are know to run and scream when one needs to be replaced.

[@find-me-at-Clumslay]

Richpin. Thank you so much for the video! You could have saved me hundreds. I never would have had the gumption to change my water pump without your video and the one from autotech. I watched it backwards and forwards so much that I started thinking in that Boston, is it?accent. Can't thank you enough. When I got to my water pump I decided it wasn't leaking (it had been changed twice by the same mechanic the last just about 4k ago) so I changed the thermostat housing instead HA! But I wouldn't change the experience being that I was on vacation and want under pressure to get out done. Thanks!

[@lucianoromero777]

There’s a tdc mark on the bottom of the engine behind the harmonic balancer you can have the engine set to without having to do it the hard way. Just take the timing belt cover off and you can see if behind the harmonic balancer. Also shows you in the Haynes manual

[@michaelovitch]

@amaple312 Ridiculous ? i don't understand why ! Can you explain ?

[@lowlanderr]

Thx for the vid. Worked like the usual nightmare on my gunky '03 sxt ;). If I never do another timing belt it'll be too soon. Fortunately mine broke in two separate pieces while accelerating to avoid an accident on the interstate, so now I can replace my head too. Good times.

[@RichpinTv]

Only way to get that pulley off is with the puller.

[@RichpinTv]

@dminstk The water pump and belt are the same but the tensioner is different.When it comes to time everyone is going to work at a different pace that being said i'll say 8-10 hrs to do the job.

[@RichpinTv]

You are correct about the location of the motor mount # 2947.# 3050 is a transmission mount and on that vehicle i believe it is located on the top of the transmission.

[@RichpinTv]

@gst69man You want an impact wrench that ever time you use it you marvel at how awesome it is get the Ingersoll-Rand 2135TiMAX

[@RichpinTv]

@Usalogic If the belt is to loose it could skip on the sprockets.To tight it accelerates the wear on the belt and pulleys.

[@hp11208]

hey rich y u have to find the tdc for the timing belt didn,t broke cant i just mark the cam&crank shaft

[@RichpinTv]

The neon has a interference engine were if the belt breaks while the engine is running the pistons can strike the valves in the cylinder head.

[@itsahellofaname]

This is a great video for someone who can do this kind of work, great explanations and tips, but it sure made me glad I have a mechanic to do it for me! Looks like a royal pain in the ass.

[@RichpinTv]

The bolt was 110mm long and the same dia and pitch as the original which off the top of my head i do not remember the size.

[@RichpinTv]

If a vehicles timing belt is not installed correctly the engine could run bad or not at all.

[@RichpinTv]

Can you believe you have to remove that mount plate to remove the tensioner...unbelievable.

[@RichpinTv]

@deadman12078 There are two covers a front and back cover you need the back cover to align the cam sprocket.