How often should timing belts and chains be replaced?
Timing belt and chain replacement is one service that isn’t going away any time soon. Most Ford engines with overhead cam timing belts have a recommended replacement interval of 60,000 miles to 120,000 miles depending on the application (see the chart on page 54).
What do you need to know about Toyota timing belts?
Toyota Timing Belt or Timing Chain: Everything You Need to Know. Every modern vehicle that runs on a gasoline powered combustion engine uses a timing chain or a timing belt to synchronize the movements of the engine. These belts and chains connect the camshaft to the crankshaft so that they turn in a 1:2 ratio.
Do you need a timing chain in a VW?
Some cars do not have a timing belt, though. Some Volkswagens, for example, have a timing chain instead. So what then is the distinction between timing belts and timing chains?
What happens if you break your timing chain?
Timing chains don’t usually break (timing belts do!), but chains can get far enough out of time so that the vehicle can’t be driven. If you’re driving on the highway, the engine can instantly shut down without any warning. If this happens to you, immediately and carefully pull over to the side of the road while your car still has its momentum.
Timing belt and chain replacement is one service that isn’t going away any time soon. Most Ford engines with overhead cam timing belts have a recommended replacement interval of 60,000 miles to 120,000 miles depending on the application (see the chart on page 54).
Toyota Timing Belt or Timing Chain: Everything You Need to Know. Every modern vehicle that runs on a gasoline powered combustion engine uses a timing chain or a timing belt to synchronize the movements of the engine. These belts and chains connect the camshaft to the crankshaft so that they turn in a 1:2 ratio.
What happens if there is a timing belt failure?
If there is a belt failure, valves can dangle in the cylinder and will be hit by the piston. That will cause a lot of damage – you’ll need a new engine. So, you are protected 2 ways: a timing chain instead of a less robust timing belt, and much less damage if a timing chain failure occurs.
When to change the timing chain on a Honda Accord?
Timing chains typically last longer, but they also have the potential to cause a lot more damage to your engine if they do fail. When should I change my timing belt on a Honda Accord? The timing belt on a Honda Accord generally needs to be replaced about every 60,000-100,000 miles.
When to replace timing belt on Honda Accord?
They accurately stated timing belt replacement on my Honda at 105,000 miles, so the recommendation for your car seems legitimate. This would be equivalent to 15,000 miles per year. Check your owner’s manual. 15,000 miles in 4 years equals 50,000 miles, so the 4 year interval may be reasonable. Seems on the early side to me.
When to replace timing belt on 2008 Elantra?
I have a 2008 Elantra with about 44k miles on it. I always get my oil changed at a dealership. Last time I went in, they told me that I need a new timing belt. I don’t know a lot about cars but I know that’s early for a timing belt replacement. When I asked about this, I was told the recommendation was 60k miles or 4 years.
When to replace timing belt in Ford Focus?
The risk of belt failure goes up sharply once a belt surpasses its recommended replacement interval, which for most Ford applications (except the Taurus SHO) is 60,000 miles. The recommended replacement interval for the timing belt in the 3.0L and 3.2L V6 Taurus SHO is 100,000 miles and 120,000 miles for Focus.