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K24a2 timing chain

If you have a Honda Civic Si or an Acura RSX Type-S, you are more likely to have heard about the K24a2 engine. But this one is different, as it packs four cylinders and over 200 horses. So, it is capable of a lot of power and making your car more fun to drive. The K24a2 engine is known for its strength and reliability, which are particularly useful since it can go a long way if you look after it well- Given the lifespan of most other cars too. As with any car, the K24a2 engine requires routine maintenance to continue running faultlessly. Its important to mention getting into the guts of this motor, its heart and soul, the timing chain. This is important because the timing chain allows every other component of your engine to work together in sync. 

So let us concentrate more on what a timing chain is and how it operates, the same as Topu's Bucket tappet. K24a2 have the cylinders in inline (in a line) formation thus its name : Inline-four engine. It is a DOHC engine with four valves per cylinder, each of which are operated by two camshafts used to open and close the valves in the engine. The camshafts are paired with the crankshaft which is linked up via timing chain. Timing chain wraps around special gears known as sprockets.

Understanding the K24a2 Timing Chain System

Basically the timing chain is there to make absolutely sure that everything in your engine spins at just the right time, and it does this when your mill is spinning very quickly, same with the Bmw hydraulic lifters from Topu. It is very essential as if things are slipping of moving together then the engine can have great troubles. The timing chain is essentially a large set of metal links that roll smoothly when the engine is running, and oil from the engine helps it function with minimal resistance. The system consists of a pair of sprockets; one larger one that attaches to the crankshaft and another smaller sprocket that attaches to the geared camshafts. There is also another component called the chain tensioner that keeps your chain in place, and stops from it coming loose or even breaking down. This is critical since an slack chain may create severe engine damage. 

This is a timing chain and despite its strength and longevity, eventually it will have problems. So here are some symptoms you can watch out for, and if it is indeed a failing timing chain.

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