Posts Tagged ‘timing belt’
Common Questions Consumers Have About Their Timing Belt
One of the most critical components of your vehicle is the timing belt. The timing belt is responsible for keeping the camshaft in “time” with the crankshaft. This ensures that the valves are opening and closing when they should. In many, but not all engines, the timing belt will also turn the water pump.
Read MoreThe High Cost Of Putting Off Timing Belt Replacement
When it comes to your engine, there are very few maintenance parts more important than your timing belt. In many cars, timing belts are rubber belts with teeth designed to help your engine keep the valves in time with the pistons. Modern technology allows many timing belts to last up to 100,000 miles of reliable…
Read MoreThe High Cost Of Putting Off Idler Pulley Or Belt Tensioner Replacement
A worn timing belt tensioner or idler pulley can be a ticking time bomb for an engine. If either part fails, it can cause the camshafts and crankshaft to rotate out of sync. This can cause catastrophic engine failure and very expensive repair costs.
Read MoreIs It The Timing Belt Or The Tensioner That Is The Problem?
When a timing belt fails, it can cause serious engine issues. A good quality timing belt lasts between 60K and 100K miles. The estimated longevity depends on the manufacturer. There are two common reasons a timing belt fails:
Read MoreOEM Manufacturers Continue To Extend The Lifespan Of Timing Belt- What You Need To Know
Car parts are always evolving to become more durable, reliable, and long-lasting. Timing belts seem like parts that don’t need design updates. Yet, OEM manufacturers are always looking for ways to prolong the lifespan of their timing belts.
Read MoreHow To Diagnose Belt And Timing Component Failures
The timing belt is one of a few belts in an engine. At the front of the engine, you’ll see a plastic or metal cover. Behind it is a timing belt. Many current vehicles have switched to a timing chain, but these two parts perform the same function. Timing chains usually last the life of…
Read MoreSymptoms Of Timing Belt Tensioner Failure
Some timing belt tensioners last a long time. Others don’t last all that long. Usually, the tensioner is replaced along with the timing belt. When a timing belt tensioner fails, it loses tension. As a result, the timing belt becomes loose and the valve timing can be thrown off. This leads to engine performance issues.
Read MoreIs It The Timing Belt The Tensioner Or The Idler Pulley?
When an engine has timing belt issues, the root cause is not always the timing belt. It may be the timing belt tensioner or the idler pulley. It’s important to know which part is failing. That way, you can replace the failing part (and any other affected parts) to bring the timing belt assembly back…
Read MoreSetting Timing Belt Idler Torque
When installing a new timing belt, it’s important to tighten the timing belt idler pulley to the correct torque specs. The pulley can get loose over time from vibration. So when you’re in there, it’s worth taking the time to retighten the timing belt idler pulley. It’s very important to set the right amount of torque.
Read MoreEducating Customers On Timing Belt Tensioner Replacement
The timing belt tensioner is a part only a few customers know about. So when customers find out that their timing belt tensioner needs replacing, they may get confused or skeptical. Some may even refuse a timing belt tensioner replacement. It’s simply because they don’t know enough about it. That kind of negligence will be…
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