How can i fix my vauxhall frontera 2.3 turbo diesal L reg, it appears that my timing chain has snaped. I have started to strip the engine down so that i can replace the chain, but i have only got so far. i am trying to get to the bottom cog that the timing chain goes around, i have taken the fan off, the water pump and the bottom pully. I have taken as many bolts out as i can see in hope that i can get the ally casing of the front of the engine but i cant get it off. Can onyone help im in need of some guidance. Many thanks Danny

Danny Shaw, March 2006

ouch! that's an engine out job. Also if the chain has snaped there is a very-very good chance of valve to pistion damage. Remove the front axe and sump,front cover.Timing is done partly through the pump like a distributor!!

Jeff, March 2006