Could the timing instructions in the Haynes manual be wrong?

Chrysler Sebring 01 v6 2.7 Is it possible the dealership manual could say something different? Anyone know what manual the dealership uses? We have had a head gasket repair and water pump repair but my "backyard mechanic" just finished the job and car isnt starting!!! Were assuming it is the timing but not sure. It is the only thing I can think of given it started before. There is no compression. He believes the Haynes manual may be off. I am not sure. It makes like a growling noise when you go to start it but no goCould the timing instructions in the Haynes manual be wrong?
if it has no compression, the timing could be absolutely perfect, the spark nice and strong, the fuel system working perfectly, and it getting the right amount of air to go with the fuel, AND IT STILL WONT START.



without compression you dont have a mechanically sound engine.

that head gasket was NOT properly installed, or wasnt the only thing wrong (if the gasket itself was even bad to begin with).

it needs to come all apart again.
You need to recheck the timing marks, if your crankshaft was 180 degrees off when put back together, then your valves may be open when they should be closed. Other wise you should have at least some compression on some of the cylinders.

Need to follow what the Hayes manual said about finding Top Dead Center.Could the timing instructions in the Haynes manual be wrong?
If there is no compression as you said then no it's not the timing.



It would be the valve adjustment, head gasket install, or the rings
The 2.7 V6 is one of the worst engines ever constructed. You are better off cutting your losses and finding another car because that thing Is just gonna end up a money pit.Could the timing instructions in the Haynes manual be wrong?
Sounds like the biggest problem might be your "backyard mechanic".