Your car’s timing belt manages the timing of the pistons in your car’s engine. It is an essential part of your car’s performance and overall engine efficiency. A bad timing belt can cause many performance issues and possible damage to your automobile. In general timing belts should be replaced every 60,000 to 100,000 miles, however, it is important to pay attention to engine noise and performance when driving in Kemp or Athens as these can be signs the belt may be damaged or worn out.
Over time your timing belt wears down and can break randomly when you’re driving your car. However, there are signs a belt is going bad that are reflected in your car’s performance. Signs of timing belt wear can include the following: the engine makes strange noises when idling, oil pressure randomly dropping, the engine misfiring, and more advanced signs such as smoke or broken positions. If your vehicle displays any of these signs it should be taken in for vehicle maintenance as soon as possible as a bad timing belt can lead to severe engine damage.
A bad timing belt is a danger to your car’s continued operation and can cause expensive repairs if not replaced immediately. The belt can break randomly causing your car to become completely inoperable. In addition to this, the engine damage can be quite severe with damage to the pistons, water pumps, valves, and other various engine parts. Ignoring a bad timing belt can lead to expensive engine rebuilds that are far more costly than replacing the belt when it starts showing performance issues.
When you bring your automobile to have the timing belt replaced you can expect the following process. A trained technician will remove components from your engine to gain access to the belt itself for replacement. Once the belt is replaced and the engine is reassembled it will then be tested to ensure it is working properly. During the belt replacement process, other components (such as the water pump) may be replaced if there was any other damage caused by the belt breaking.
When looking for a maintenance shop in Gun Barrel City or nearby communities such as Kaufman there are several factors to keep in mind such as the shop’s reputation, amenities, responsiveness, training, and customer satisfaction. A community-focused dealership Elder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Cedar Creek offers OEM parts, a comfortable waiting area, and easy scheduling for all your maintenance needs. Contact them today to learn more.
309 N. Gun Barrel Lane,
Gun Barrel City, TX 75156
Service: 430-558-0806
Parts: 430-558-0740
Sales: 430-558-0679
Service Hours |
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| Monday | 8AM – 6PM |
| Tuesday | 8AM – 6PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM – 6PM |
| Thursday | 8AM – 6PM |
| Friday | 8AM – 6PM |
| Saturday | 8AM – 5PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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