A little maintenance can prevent a big problem
Not all engines have a time belt, those that do this is great information for you.
Your timing belt is what makes your engine run properly - it is what does it make sure that the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft are correct so that the engine's valves open and close at the proper times.
If your timing is off or the belt breaks it can cause the pistons and the valves to collide and that will cause damage. Your engine will not run and the cylinder head will need to come off the engine to have the valves replaced. This repair can get expensive quickly and this is where a bit of preventative maintenance comes into play.
Most engines need to have the timing belt replaced every 60,000 to 100,000 miles. This depends on the manufacturer. If we are looking at age instead of mileage that means that you need to have your timing belt serviced every 7 years. After that the rubber deteriorates and the belt can break even if you are not ready for it based on mileage.
Many water pumps are driven by the timing belt, this means that it will get replaced at the same time that your timing belt gets taken care of. There are many things that get touched as we go in and out of a timing belt replacement. There are things that should be done at the same time to save you money in labor later.
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Happy Adventures,
Heather
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