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Your engine timing belt can be loosely referred to as the Mitochondria – the powerhouse of the cell. The timing belt is so important to the functionality of your car and engine that if it fails or stops performing as well as it should, you are at high risk of causing your car to shut down entirely.
In short, the timing belt is very responsible for crankshaft and camshaft rotation, and also the opening and closing of the engine’s valves – the timing. When the valves open and close, air and gas flow in and out. The consistency and amount are essential. When not executed properly due to timing belt break, the valves will open at the wrong time and can cause serious damage.
Your timing belt also controls vital engine components such as:
It’s never safe to drive with a timing belt issue. There is, unfortunately, no signs to look for or indications that the belt is wearing. Ultimately, it will just snap. We recommend having it replaced once every 60,000 to 100,000 miles as a rule of thumb and to also consult your owner’s manual for more recommendations and tips.
There are some overlapping signs that could possibly be due to your timing belt:
Things like that can only be noticed or seen during inspection. When you notice your mileage getting high, bring your car into our service center to make sure everything that has a long lifespan, like the timing belt, is still in good condition.
For the timing belt to function properly, it has to have the proper amount of tension. Having a loose belt is often the root engine and timing issues. By coming in to see our certified professionals, you know that you are seeing the experts check that your timing belt is properly adjusted and replaced correctly.
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