Timing Belt Replacement Services
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One of the most important belts in the engine is the timing belt.
Without this belt operating properly, it can throw off the entire operation of the engine. It's purpose is to turn the camshafts exactly half as fast as the crankshaft. Earlier cars and trucks had chains instead of a belt. The chain is preferred by many owners because it seldom needs to be replaced. The only problem with the chain is the noise it creates. For this reason, many manufacturers design the belt, and ask you to replace it periodically. Since your timing belt is hidden within the engine, the labor costs just to “check” it are unreasonable. Which is why it is just better to change them regularly, before they break. How often timing belts need to be replaced will depend on the type of engine. Some belts will only turn one camshaft, while others may turn as many as four. The more camshafts the belt has to move, the quicker it will wear out. The standard school of thought is: for vehicles before 1998, replace your timing belts around 90,000 miles. For vehicles after 1998 replace the belt around 105,000 miles. |
Call us at 801-776-4330 for friendly neighborhood repair service!
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