We must first understand what each of these two systems does for a car. They both serve the same purpose, which is to coordinate the movement of the crankshaft as well as the camshaft(s) so that the ...
QUESTION: You often talk about timing belts vs. timing chains. How can I tell which my car has, and when I should change it? We have a 2002 Nissan Altima six-cylinder with 106,000 miles, a 2005 ...
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Mechanics keep seeing timing chain failures on high-mileage GM SUVs
High-mileage GM SUVs are increasingly showing up in repair shops with timing chain problems that often catch owners off guard. Models equipped with V6 engines like the 3.6L have built a reputation for ...
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Mechanics keep seeing timing belt neglect destroy otherwise reliable engines
The timing belt is one of those components most drivers never think about—until the engine suddenly stops running. Mechanics ...
DEAR CAR TALK: I bought a 2009 Hyundai Accent new back in the day. Today it has 77,000 miles on it. I knew it was time to change the timing belt, but that's not cheap, so I put it off thinking I could ...
Q: I’ve had mixed input on whether or not to proactively replace the timing chain on my 2008 CR-V. It has 81,000 miles. I’ve also read that if you’re having the timing chain done, it’s a good time to ...
Dear Doctor: My 1996 Toyota Corolla operates just fine. My mechanic recommends a new timing belt because of the mileage is 107,260. But the manual states a timing belt is only required under special ...
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