answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

a 3.8 has a timing chain not a belt

That's true, it's a simple in-block cam design with two gears and a chain. If there are no drive-ability concerns and the vehicle starts and runs normally there's really no need to check the chain. If you're thinking the chain has stretched or has jumped a tooth you'll need to disassemble the engine and inspect the timing marks. It's worth the 15 bucks to invest in a Haynes or Chilton repair manual for the whole procedure, especially if you haven't done this before.

If the engine won't start at all simply remove the oil cap and the little extension neck if this engine has one and watch the rocker arm while someone cranks the car over. If the chain is connected at all the rocker arm should move.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How do you check the timing belt on a 1989 Oldsmobile 88 royale?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Is an 1989 eighty eight Oldsmobile royale brougham front wheel or rear wheel drive?

The 1989 Oldsmobile was most definitly a front wheel drive vehicle.


Can the fuel pump on a 1989 Oldsmobile eighty eight royale be located by removing the rear seat?

no


Does a 1989 Oldsmobile cutlass ciera have a timing belt or a timing chain?

Chain


Spark Plug Diagrams For A 1989 Oldsmobile Delta Royale 88?

Want an answer, then provide a model year.


Where is the fuse box on a 1989 Oldsmobile royale regency ninety-eight?

The 1989 Oldsmobile Regency fuse box is located beneath the drivers side dashboard. The fuse box will be near the emergency brake release.


Where is the ECM located on a 1989 Oldsmobile delta 88 royale?

under the coil packs which are located at the rear of the motor on top


What is the stock alternator on an Oldsmobile Cutlass Cierra 1989?

Check your RPO codes. If it has K60 then you have a 100 amp alternator.


What is fuel capacity for 1989 olds royale 88?

18 Gallons.


What makes your 1989 Toyota truck overheat after changing the timing belt and water pump?

check the lifters


1989 Oldsmobile Brougham Regency 98 change spark plugs?

where would the spark plugs at on a Oldsmobile 1989 engine


How do you reset check engine light on a 1989 Oldsmobile 88 royal brougham?

take the battery cable off for 15 minutes


Will the engine control unit on a 1989 Oldsmobile regency cause it to stall or will it completely go out all at once?

Check the fuel pump