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Problems of Ford Triton Timing Chain I

2021-06-03

The Ford Triton timing chain is a complex set up featuring two separate chains.
The engine is the 4.6L and the 5.4L 3 valve per cylinder Triton engine. This motor launched in 2004 and ran through 2010 in the 5.4 L displacement. From 2004 through 2010 this engine came inside one of the best selling trucks of all time, the F150.

It's hard to say this is a good engine, but it's undeniable they can go a long way when cared for properly. Unfortunately, this engine provides many challenges for owners and drivers. Here we'll talk about the common symptoms of the Ford Triton timing chain problem.
Note: The 2005 - 2013 Triton uses a different part number kit than the 2004 and older ones.

With that said, many of the symptoms associated with a handful of the problems turn into noisy operation complaints. The engines often make a lot of noise at idle when hot or a rattling sound on cold engine startup.

Both of these issues can point to problems with the tension on the chain and the condition of the guide assemblies. Here's the best way to verify the engine noise you're hearing is from the timing chain.

In addition, to the knocking noise complaints as a result of incorrect tension or broken plastic guides we can also set a fair amount of check engine light codes. These Triton V-8's are known for setting cam phaser codes from P0340 through P0349.