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Timing Chain Actuator/Tensioner

Roger duRand
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1997 986 VIN: WP0CA2986VS620460 74K miles

'Check Engine' light came on, dealer noted code for VVT (Variable Valve Timing) actuator, seemed to think it no big deal, deleted code and suggested I drive normally, and see if it lit up again. After 75 miles or so, it did. Replaced bank 1 actuator, gasket, o-rings, test drove for 10 miles, and gave me the car ($1,460). Three blocks from the dealer, 'Check Engine' light is on. Diagnosis: chain tensioner is stuck/broken. Actuator probably not the problem. New Tensioner ordered ($900+-!) What do you think might be a fair adjusted total cost after completing this work? I do trust my dealer-- and I get new Porsche 'loaners' while mine is repaired.

Any similar experiences?

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