RICHMOND GERMAN AUTO REPAIR

While most people are wary about their oil changes, they don’t care much for their vehicle’s timing belt or chain. But did you know just as important of a role for your engine? The timing belt is a part of the motor that rotates the camshaft and crankshaft so that they can move in sync.  This ensures every cylinder fires at the right time without incurring any damage.    The rubbery timing belt typically sits under a timing cover near the front of the engine. Since timing belts are made to last up anywhere between 60,000 to 100,000 miles or more, most drivers neglect to check on them early on. However, frequent inspections of your vehicle’s belts are essential to plan out the replacement service. When timing belts wear down, they are more inclined to break. A broken timing belt can cause extensive engine damage if you’re not careful.   In this blog, we will go over several common symptoms that may indicate your timing belt needs repair ... read more