What would happen if my timing belt broke?
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. Obviously, if the car won’t start, a phone call to a mechanic is usually the first step.
What are the benefits of replacing a timing belt?
- Increase in Horse Power. Taking your vehicle to a timing belt replacement shop and changing the timing belt as scheduled will benefit you in many ways.
- Better Fuel Economy. Changing the timing belt when needed will dramatically increase your gas mileage.
- Lower Auto Repair Cost.
What causes a timing belt to break or go bad?
What Causes a Timing Chain to Break? Under-tensioning. If a timing chain is not properly tensioned, it may develop slack, which can result in chain-slap and premature fatigue. Over-tensioning. An overly tight timing chain is placed under excessive stress. Engine Seizure. Situations such as an engine overheating or running out of oil can cause a piston to seize within the cylinder.
Does the timing belt ever break or fail?
In most cases, the timing belt breaks due to normal use , i.e., as a result of the natural wear that occurs during operation. If the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions are followed, we can make sure that it doesn’t snap prematurely and perhaps even extend its life, but there will always come a point where it breaks eventually.
Increase in Horse Power. Taking your vehicle to a timing belt replacement shop and changing the timing belt as scheduled will benefit you in many ways.
- Better Fuel Economy. Changing the timing belt when needed will dramatically increase your gas mileage.
- Lower Auto Repair Cost.