Timing Belt Repair
A broken or faulty timing belt can cause misfiring, destroy the engine components, and require expert timing belt repairs.
A timing belt is an important part of your vehicle, which works to open and close the valves, allowing the fuel to ignite and the engine to start. By controlling the camshaft and crankshaft rotations, it helps keep the valves moving and the engine in perfect synchronization. Since immense forces act on the inside your motor and timing belts, they will eventually wear out and need to be replaced. If you have a bad timing belt, it can cause various issues and expensive damage to your engine. Don’t know when to opt for a professional timing belt and timing chain replacement service? Look out for these signs of a failing or bad timing belt before any permanent damage occurs to your engine and vehicle:
Check light engine is flashing: A flashing or constantly on check engine light along with a code can be a sign that there’s something wrong within the engine.
Severe engine misfire: If the timing belt is worn out and not replaced, the belt can slip. This can jeopardize the firing rate of your engine and force the engine’s cylinders to open and close inconsistently.
Engine won’t start: If the cam and crankshaft become unsynchronized, the engine will shut down immediately.
Apart from the signs mentioned above, low oil pressure, oil leakage, ticking noises, and smoke coming out from the engine are additional signs of a failing or worn-out timing belt. If you notice any of these symptoms, have your timing belts and other parts of your vehicle inspected by an expert mechanic or repair shop.
Autopro Service Center, a professional automotive repair shop, offers cost-effective timing belt and chain replacement services of different brands, including:
- Firestone timing belt replacement
- Honda timing chain replacement
- Cadillac timing chain replacement
- Landrover timing belt replacement
Our expert vehicle repair technicians will inspect your car’s timing belt or chain and replace it if necessary.