When should the timing belt be changed on a Opel Astra?
About Vauxhall Timing Belt It’s recommended that you replace your timing belt every 60,000-100,000 miles depending on which Vauxhall model you own. If you hear a ticking noise coming from the engine, or your engine can’t turn over, it’s probably already time to get a replacement timing belt.
What happens when timing belt snapped while driving?
If a timing belt breaks, the engine will no longer work. If a timing belt breaks while driving in an interference engine, the camshaft stops turning leaving some of the engine valves in the open position. The heavier crankshaft will continue rotating by inertia, moving pistons up and down.
How much does it cost to tighten a timing belt?
The average cost to replace a timing belt will be anywhere from $300 to $500 in total (more for larger cars, trucks, and SUVs). The timing belt itself will usually only cost less than $50 but the majority of a timing belt job is spent on labor. The cost of the labor will be anywhere from $250 to $450 or more.
Can a broken timing belt cause bent valves?
Interference vs. non-interference engines. The level of damage caused by a broken timing belt can depend on the type of engine you have in your car. A non-interference engine provides clearance between the valves and pistons, so if the timing belt breaks, you might end up with bent valves, and you might have to have your cylinder heads rebuilt,…
Are there any problems with the Opel Astra?
Can someone assist to identify what the problem Will never ever buy Astra or Opel again!!!!! Shakirhusein. H.A. Hira my car has got a faulty shock absorber and a broken break light. Can I add Air condition into my Car?
What causes Pistons on Vauxhall Astra to crack?
Lean mixture = excessive heat = cracked piston. The pistons are cast and not very durable, otherwise, they would not crack (duh!). People who tune these engines with stock injectors risk breaking their 4th piston. When it goes, they usually replace all pistons with stronger, aftermarket forged ones.
What can I do to make the Opel Astra faster?
160i goes well. What can I do to make it faster. 1995 Opel Astra; Gasflowed head. Yashwant. Singh The traction light just comes on the dash board and then the transmission light comes up with the spanners and the car stops just like that.