2009 Dodge charger Needs new engine??????

Asked by Roxyd89 Feb 16, 2020 at 01:20 AM about the 2009 Dodge Charger SXT AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 2009 dodge charger that while I was driving slowly lost RPMS and
came to a smooth stop. When I pulled to the shoulder and tried to crank it
back up it did nothing but make a sputtering sound as if the battery were
dead or starter was bad. There was never any smoke, smell or check engine
or oil lights that appeared. I have had two different mechanics look at it and
tell me that I need a new motor because the timing chain broke. However as
of right now the car still cranks, runs and drives but loses oil pressure. I am
confused about this and just want to know if the car would in fact need a new
engine if the timing belt broke. Also am confused by the fact that it runs and
drives with this issue. I would've thought that it would not. Thank you for any
answers you can provide

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If the timing chain or belt broke it would not run at all and you would have very low or zero compression readings on all cylinders. It is possible for a timing chain to jump and the engine will still run. You'll have loss of power and overheating. I'd suggest letting your local Dodge Dealer take a look at it. The diagnostics charge will be money well spent. I'd trust their diagnosis over a gas station or chain type of repair facility! Hope that helps! Jim

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