When to replace timing belt, tensioner and idler?
The idler & tensioner should spin freely and smoothly. Replace bearing (s) if roughness is determined. SKF recommends replacing timing belts, tensioner and idlers at 60,000 to 80,000 miles to prevent unnecessary damage to your engine. Don’t forget to check for oil leaks while investigating bearing noise.
How to change the cam belt timing mark?
Using a spanner on the bolt in the middle of the auxiliary belt tensioner move the tensioner anti clockwise then slip the belt of the pulley Remove the crank shaft pulley, note that is only goes on in one position. Remove the auxiliary belt idler. This is the crankshaft timing mark. and this is the camshaft timing mark. Remove cam belt tensioner.
What to do if your idler and tensioner are not working?
With the timing belt removed, check for side to side play or “rocking” on both the idler pulley and tensioner pulley. Replace if any movement is detected. With the timing belt removed, check both the idler and tensioner pulleys for roughness when rotating the bearing. The idler & tensioner should spin freely and smoothly.
What should I do if my cam belt fails?
Remove cam belt tensioner. Remove cam belt idler. Remove water pump and replace with a new one, the water pump siezing up is the most common cause of cam belt failures. Line the marks on the cam belt (or timing belt) up with the marks on the camshaft and crankshaft pulleys.
When to replace idler pulleys, tensioner and water pump?
Generally, the idler pulleys, tensioner and water pump should always be replaced when the timing belt is replaced. In most cases, the timing belt drives the water pump, so it is the right time to replace the water pump. It is also recommended by the manufacturer. WORD TO THE WISE.
When to replace timing belt and water pump?
In most cases, the timing belt drives the water pump, so it is the right time to replace the water pump. It is also recommended by the manufacturer. WORD TO THE WISE. Be careful when you call for an “over-the-phone” estimate for replacing a timing belt and/or water pump.
Is it necessary to replace the tensioner with the timing belt?
If a new belt is over-tightened, it could fail prematurely, or even break. When that happens, the broken timing belt can also cause neighboring components to fail. Additionally, the timing belt’s teeth can develop stress cracks, or even detach. If the belt looks worn or damaged, it needs to be replaced.
What happens when your timing belt comes off?
When a timing belt breaks, the engine stops…meaning it is not going to get you where you’re headed. So proactively check out your ‘serp belts’ or have a trusted technican (hint like at Pride Auto Care ) and replace the belt (s) before they break or get loose and come off.