Will an engine turn over with a broken timing belt?
If the timing belt has broken inside, the engine will not be able to turn over or ignite. When you turn the key, you might hear the starter motor engage, but since the timing belt operates the crank and camshaft, it will not turn over.
What happens if the timing belt of a car is not properly set but the engine starts up?
It will run poorly, make little power, and may damage the engine due to valves opening when the should be closed (though this probably wouldn’t happen right away). You might even get a backfire and ignite you carburetor (if you have one) and cause an engine fire.
What happens when the timing belt breaks on a car?
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, but the engine isn’t likely to be destroyed.
Why does the timing belt tensioner need to be changed?
The timing chain tensioner is a part that requires a lot of work to change. That’s caused by the necessary time to reach the tensioner and to synchronize the chain, which is in the engine, not as a belt that is external.
How can I tell if my timing belt is right?
Another way you can check if you’re in the right ballpark is to remove the spark plug on the number 1 cylinder and put something long (screwdriver or socket extension) in the chamber and turn the crank pulley with the breaker bar and see where the top of the cylinder’s stroke is. Now that the cam and crank are timed correctly]
How much does it cost to change your timing belt?
A typical job would be around $450. If you do it yourself on a car that is relatively forgiving, the parts cost for good quality components would be around $250 or less, so taking a day and doing it yourself would be well worth it. How Do I Change My Timing Belt?