In this one I figure out why a 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport with a 1.8 liter engine won't go over 55mph, and why all the cylinders are misfiring. With a recently installed timing chain, I didn't think that would be the problem, but an improperly installed timing chain can cause all kinds of issues. I'm just glad this engine didn't blow up in the process of discovering what was wrong!


Torque specs:
Cam sprocket bolts: 57.5 ft-lbs
Cam bearing caps: 106 in-lbs
Valve cover nuts: 96 in-lbs
Oil pan bolts/nuts: 96 in-lbs
Timing Cover bolts: 96 in-lbs
Small chain tensioner: bolts 96 in-lbs, nut 33 ft-lbs
Large chain tensioner: nut 18.5 ft-lbs, bolts 96 in-lbs
Chain guide bolts: 78 in-lbs
Crankshaft pulley bolt: 109 ft-lbs