Why did my timing belt break?
Misalignment is one of the main causes of the timing belt drive failure and can cause a broken timing belt. Excessive or uneven tooth wear on the timing belt, the belt tracking and tensile failure, and tensile damage can all be attributed to misalignment of the timing belt.
How do you know if your Cambelt is broken?
If it is becoming worn, the belt will appear to look glazed or glossy on the underside. This means the rubber is getting hard and will not provide the flexibility the belt needs. Some signs are much more obvious, such as cracking or fraying. Belts with that kind of damage should be replaced immediately.
What damage does a broken Cambelt do?
If the timing belt snaps, they run into each other, causing bent valves (most common), cylinder head or camshaft damage, and possibly piston and cylinder wall damage. While it is possible that no damage could occur from a snapped belt on an interference engine, such a case is unlikely.
When did the cam belt snap on my van?
Van died on The motorway last Wednesday, just found out its the cambelt. It’s a 2.2hdi citron relay, 04 reg. I’m almost certain I have paperwork showing that it was changed just before I bought it by a main dealer. Would have been approx 70k miles in 2009.
How often does a Citroen cam belt snap?
No comeback of 3 years have passed imo. Hi , I work for citroen UK , TBA belts snapping on 2.2 relays are rare and when it’s been stripped and investigated you will probably find that a tentioner not a belt has given way , In box me where in the UK you are ? Chrisdiesel whats usually the best citroen engine to go for reliabiltywise?
What should I do if my timing belt snaps?
At this point, the camshaft sprockets will align with the marks on engine, and the crank sprocket will align with the marks on the engine. Some engines, like GM interference DOHC V6s, will require special tools keep the cams from moving, so consult with a factory service manual if you can.
What happens if the timing belt snaps on an interference engine?
While it is possible that no damage could occur from a snapped belt on an interference engine, such a case is unlikely. In a non-interference engine, the pistons and valves don’t occupy the same space, so if the timing belt snaps, no valve or cylinder damage occurs.
What happens when the cam belt is not right?
Decline in oil pressure – if the timing of the cam belt is not right, it can skip causing fragments to break off the camshaft. These pieces sometimes fall into the oil pan generating a dramatic drop in pressure. If this happens, it could mean a complete engine rebuild.
At this point, the camshaft sprockets will align with the marks on engine, and the crank sprocket will align with the marks on the engine. Some engines, like GM interference DOHC V6s, will require special tools keep the cams from moving, so consult with a factory service manual if you can.
While it is possible that no damage could occur from a snapped belt on an interference engine, such a case is unlikely. In a non-interference engine, the pistons and valves don’t occupy the same space, so if the timing belt snaps, no valve or cylinder damage occurs.
How often should you change your cam belt?
Some cars have chains, and these will last longer than their rubber cousins, but will also eventually fail. How often should you change your cam belt? Most manufacturers will advise you to change your cam belt periodically – either every 4 to 5 years or 60K miles.