Posts Tagged ‘timing belt’
Setting 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…
Read MoreHow (And Why) To Measure Timing Belt Tension
Una correa de distribución es una correa de goma ubicada en la parte delantera del motor. Sincroniza la rotación del cigüeñal con la rotación del árbol de levas. Muchos motores modernos tienen un diseño de motor de interferencia. Esto significa que, si el movimiento de los pistones y el movimiento de las válvulas no están…
Read MoreWhy It Is Critical To Replace Your Timing Belt Kit Before It Fails
Under normal circumstances, timing belts last between 60K and 100K miles. It’s important to service timing belts and related parts before failure happens. If your timing belt breaks while driving, you’ll run into a variety of engine issues. In this post, we’ll cover the most common issues that may happen when a timing belt snaps…
Read MoreNew Timing Belt Already Squeaking? Here’s What You Should Check
Did you just install a new timing belt, and it’s already making a squeaking noise? Since a timing belt has teeth, it can’t slip, therefore it’s not exactly a timing belt noise. Something else is the problem. This troubleshooting guide will help you pinpoint the cause of the noise.
Read More4 Tips To Make Sure a Timing Belt and Water Pump Replacement Goes Smoothly
No one enjoys doing the same job twice, but this is especially true of timing belt and water pump replacements. If a timing belt and water pump replacement isn’t done correctly, one of these parts will fail. That means you would have to go into the engine again and replace one of these parts (or…
Read MoreWhy Consumers Are Skeptical About Timing-Belt Repair
Note: This article was originally published on Counterman.com Many people have a “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mentality. Not only that, but most timing belts are hidden under an engine cover, so they are “out of sight, out of mind”. It’s no wonder many people don’t really think about replacing their timing belt.
Read MoreThe Three Main Reasons to Replace a Failed Water Pump or Timing Belt Simultaneously
This article was originally published on UnderhoodService.com The typical life expectancy for most water pumps and timing belts is about 100,000 miles. Both parts tend to go bad around the same time.
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 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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