1997 civic dx b16a

well my car just started having this rattling noise yesterday night, i turned it off and checked it 2day and it sounded like it was coming from where the cam gears are. i looked further into it and found out the belt was actually starting to slide off and hitting the plastic cover (that was making the rattling noise). so i tried sliding it back on and it felt pretty tight, until i tried starting the car, it looked like the belt was jumping over itself and the car wouldnt start. now the timing belt is loose on the left side, and tight on the right for some reason. so what i was thinking was: is the problem the tensioner? or is it something else? and how would i go about checking/fixing it?

thx 4 the info guys

here r some pics







i couldnt get a clear shot of the inside/tensioner

Modified by Toonz08 at 3:52 PM 4/20/2008


Modified by Toonz08 at 4:08 PM 4/20/2008

 

Yeah, sounds like the tensioner is shot. You should probably replace it, as well as the timing belt itself. Be sure to properly tension the new belt after installation, as described in the service manual.

 

what he said

belts probably worn now

 

get some air tools and a friend to help you out bro

 

is there anything i could do to make it work temporarily? cuz im 90 mi away from home...and i gotta take 2 tests on tuesday (college). not to mention work. any ideas??

 

Unfortunately, with a bad tensioner and a damaged timing belt, you risk major engine damage. I recommend that you call a buddy for a ride home and, if possible, for a car tow.

 

thats wat i was afraid of. so is it <U>only </U> the tensioner? or is it the tensioner+something else (beside the belt)?

 

tensioner and belt should do it. Can you borrow someones car until after your test ?

 

i hope thx 4 the info/help guys

 

change your water pump while your at it