Nissan Micra - timing chain

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Thu 23 Dec 2010 16:35
Nissan Micra - timing chain - Ped

Hi

I am having trouble starting my micra - especially when its cold weather.

Once its running its no problem.

Ive read about the timing chains stretching.

Is this anything to do with this or more likely to be a choke problem or similar.

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Thu 23 Dec 2010 18:55
Nissan Micra - timing chain - madf

When was it last serviced? Date and miles?

Using proper oil?

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Sat 25 Dec 2010 20:30
Nissan Micra - timing chain - starfield

My wife has got a k11 and does start with difficulty, a longer cranking. I will say it is the cold weather. The timing chain has nothing to do with it, it should contract in cold weather.

Try pressing the clutch during ignition, it does help

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