
INSTALLATION TIP
Ecotec 2.0L, 2.2L, 2.4L : Primary Tensioner
Identify the three GM Ecotec primary tensioner designs and confirm the latest one-piece tensioner remains deactivated during installation.


INSTALLATION TIP
Identify the three GM Ecotec primary tensioner designs and confirm the latest one-piece tensioner remains deactivated during installation.

INSTALLATION TIP
Align the unique timing-chain links with the intake balance-shaft and intake-cam sprocket marks on GM Ecotec 2.0L, 2.2L, and 2.4L engines.

INSTALLATION TIP
Compare GM Ecotec timing-chain mark and tensioner designs, including how to identify and install the latest deactivated one-piece tensioner.

INSTALLATION TIP
Using the wrong oil is a common symptom that causes a vehicle’s timing chain to wear even quicker.Learn how dirty or incorrect oil affects timing chains, hydraulic tensioners, and VVT phasers—and why the specified oil and service interval matter.

INSTALLATION TIP
Get answers to common timing-chain questions, including replacement timing, warning signs, noise causes, oil requirements, and related repairs.
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| Make | Model | Year | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | Astra | 2001-2002 | L4 2.2L |
| Chevrolet | Cavalier | 2002-2005 | L4 2.2L |
| Chevrolet | Classic | 2004-2005 | L4 2.2L |
| Chevrolet | Cobalt | 2005-2007 | L4 2.0L |
| Chevrolet | Cobalt | 2005-2008 | L4 2.2L |
| Chevrolet | HHR | 2006-2008 | L4 2.2L |
| Chevrolet | Malibu | 2004-2008 | L4 2.2L |
| Chevrolet | Zafira | 2002-2006 | L4 2.2L |
| Oldsmobile | Alero | 2002-2004 | L4 2.2L |
| Pontiac | G5 | 2007-2008 | L4 2.2L |
| Make / Model | Year / Engine |
|---|---|
| ChevroletAstra | 2001-2002L4 2.2L |
| ChevroletCavalier | 2002-2005L4 2.2L |
| ChevroletClassic | 2004-2005L4 2.2L |
| ChevroletCobalt | 2005-2007L4 2.0L |
| ChevroletCobalt | 2005-2008L4 2.2L |
| ChevroletHHR | 2006-2008L4 2.2L |
| ChevroletMalibu | 2004-2008L4 2.2L |
| ChevroletZafira | 2002-2006L4 2.2L |
| OldsmobileAlero | 2002-2004L4 2.2L |
| PontiacG5 | 2007-2008L4 2.2L |
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