Timing Belt Replacement
Timing Belt Replacement and Service at Stanley Ford Sweetwater
Your timing belt is vital to your engine’s health, as it serves a prominent role when it comes to combustion. Your engine needs just the right amount of both air and gasoline in order to provide you with the performance you’re used to, and your timing belt helps to make that happen by keeping everything in sync. When your timing belt is damaged near Abilene, Sweetwater, or Roscoe, you’ll want to head over to Stanley Ford Sweetwater for your next repair.The Timing Belt
Your timing belt is made of rubber, and shouldn’t be confused with a timing chain, which is made of metal. Different models may sport one instead of the other, so it’s important to know which one you have. You should be able to find this in your owner’s manual, or you can research your specific model online. Your timing belt is responsible for keeping the internal parts of your engine in sync and has hard teeth that interlock with the cogwheels of both your camshafts and our crankshaft. When in the proper position, it’s able to make sure that your engine intake and exhaust valves are opening and closing at the right time, and your timing belt may even power your oil pump, water pump, or injection pump. Because it has such a vital role, you’re going to want to make sure that it’s in optimal condition.Bad Omens
Your timing belt isn’t invincible and is sure to give out sooner or later. While they can last a long time, if you begin to notice any one of these signs, you’re going to want to have it inspected as soon as possible.- Your oil is leaking
- You feel vibrating or shaking as you drive
- Your check engine light comes on
- Your engine no longer provides as much power
- You cannot start your vehicle
- Your engine begins to overheat, even when you’ve had no prior issues
- Ticking or other unpleasant noises from your engine
- Your belts begin to make squealing or rubbing noises
Servicing Your Model
When you’re in need of service, you’re going to want to count on Stanley Ford Sweetwater. Once you arrive, you can expect our mechanics to quickly diagnose your vehicle. This will let you know whether or not your timing belt is truly the cause of the issue, or if it’s a different part of your vehicle. From there, the repair may take some time due to where the timing belt is located. While you wait, you may want to consider ordering other services like a tire balancing, a tire rotation, or a fluid change. This will help to make sure that your vehicle has everything it needs once it’s ready for the road. You also won’t have to worry about scheduling any more general service appointments anytime soon.When you feel that your timing belt is in trouble, you’ll want to schedule your next service at Stanley Ford Sweetwater.