How do I keep my timing chain good?
To avoid timing chain problems you should maintain your engine properly and have the engine oil changed at recommended intervals. Using premium quality engine oils and oil filters will also help. Keeping the proper oil level will ensure that the timing chain is always lubricated.
What does a stretched timing chain do?
When a timing chain is loose or stretched, you might experience misfires while driving because the timing between the valves and pistons is out of sync, which affects the combustion in the engine. A stretched chain can skip a gear on the cam or crankshaft so that the engine’s timing falls out of calibration.
How much does it cost to change timing belt on Magna?
The service interval for the timing belt on most cars including the magna is 100k with 10% +/- . I had my previous Magna’s timing belt changed. According to Mitsubishi, the timing belt on this engine needs to be changed at 90,000Km. The service cost me about $650.00 from memory. Gazza writes… ah the joys of timing belts..
When to change timing belt and timing chain?
A belt will need to be changed at regular intervals (usually at 90-120k miles) whereas a chain is generally good for the life of the engine and does not require maintenance. As a side note ALL Honda engines are interference engines.
What should I do to tighten my timing chain?
Tighten the chain according to your car manual’s specifications. Some chains are tensioned by adjusting either the crankshaft gear or the camshaft gear, while others have an automatic tensioner. This will vary by make and model of your car. The important thing is to make sure that your timing belt is as tight as it should be.
Can a bad timing chain cause an engine to fail?
3. Engine won’t start or fails. A broken timing chain will cause an engine to not start or fail while driving. If the belt is already broken, the engine won’t have enough compression to start. If it breaks or jumps while driving, the pistons will be damaged from contact with the valves.