When it comes to the internal function of a vehicle’s engine, there is likely no one item that is as important as the timing belt. To the average vehicle owner, a timing belt doesn’t look like anything special. It is a simple belt with rubber teeth and it turns, like most other belts on a vehicle do. However, this particular belt is one of the most important moving parts of an engine. That’s why timing belt repair in Junction City KS, is something that every vehicle owner whose car uses a timing belt should concern themselves with.
Many people have heard of this particular part of their vehicles, but it’s not uncommon for people to be unaware of its important purpose. Two internal aspects of a vehicle’s engine are the crankshaft and the camshaft. The crankshaft controls the pistons in of the engine block of a vehicle. The camshaft controls the valves in the cylinder head. In order for the valves as well as the pistons to work in sync, the crankshaft, as well as the camshaft, must turn in perfect synchronization as well. This synchronization is facilitated by the timing belt.
In instances where the timing belt begins to loosen or it breaks, which is the most common occurrence, this could cause the camshaft and the crankshaft to either stop turning or turn out of sequence. This can cause significant internal damage to the motor, which typically leads to the motor needing to be either rebuilt or replaced.
The problem that many people have is that the timing belt will usually give little warning before it fails. For this reason, it’s important to look at the timing belt periodically and inspect the condition of the belt itself. Experts tend to agree that a timing belt should be replaced between every 60,000 miles and 100,000 miles. Many times, manufacturers will suggest a particular interval in which to change the timing belt. In other cases, inspecting the belt to determine if it is showing signs of wear and needs to be replaced is required.
If your vehicle has a timing belt, especially if that belt has been ignored, Timing Belt Repair in Junction City KS may need to be performed. If you have questions about timing belt issues, or any other mechanical issues, you can simply contact us here.
