Why does the Check Engine light go off when the timing belt is on?
Because the timing belt affects the overall performance of your engine, it’s possible depending on how your car’s computer works that the performance issues will cause the check engine light to go off to alert you to a problem.
Where is the timing belt located on a car?
Timing Belt Replaced–Check Engine Light Afterwards. But, on most engines it is located in the same area as the crankshaft nose where the cam timing belt is located. Some actually use the crankshaft cam cog wheel to generate the signel. It is possible that something was not assembled correctly or the sensor was damaged during the replacement.
When to change timing belt on Honda Civic?
I had my timing belt changed for my 2001 Honda Civic on Friday at 110K miles. Before I took the car into the shop, there were no problems. Ten minutes after driving away, the check engine light came on, and the car had trouble running and starting later in the day.
How can I tell if my timing belt is too free play?
Also, check the belt’s play by twisting it. If you can turn it much more than halfway around, it might have too much free play. Check your manual to see what your car’s specs indicate. This is adjustable, but can often be a fairly involved job.
When does a check engine light come on for a timing belt?
Once your timing belt breaks you don’t need a check engine light as you will quickly realize your car is not running anymore. Sometimes it will. If it goes slack without breaking, ( possible tensioner issue) you will get the mil light coming on for camshaft/ crankshaft synchronisation. ( also happens with engines fitted with timing again)
I had my timing belt changed for my 2001 Honda Civic on Friday at 110K miles. Before I took the car into the shop, there were no problems. Ten minutes after driving away, the check engine light came on, and the car had trouble running and starting later in the day.
What happens if timing belt breaks while driving?
If a timing belt breaks on an engine whilst driving one thing is certain. The engine will stop running, and you will, sooner or later, come to a stop. Beyond that what matters is whether it’s an “interference engine” or not. If it’s not an interference engine, then you are in luck as any damage will be limited to the belt timing system itself.
Can a timing belt go through the windshield?
The chance of a timing belt going through a windshield is zero. If a timing belt breaks on an engine whilst driving one thing is certain. The engine will stop running, and you will, sooner or later, come to a stop. Beyond that what matters is whether it’s an “interference engine” or not.