Your engine relies on precise timing to run efficiently. The timing belt or timing chain is a crucial component that keeps the camshaft and crankshaft in sync, ensuring your engine’s valves open and close at the right time. Maintaining this component is crucial to preventing serious engine damage, and we can do precisely that at Gibbon Tire and Auto
in Charlotte
, NC.
Timing Belts and Timing Chains Near Me
A timing belt is a reinforced rubber belt that rotates the camshaft in coordination with the crankshaft. Over time, belts can wear, crack, or stretch, potentially causing the engine to misfire or fail to function properly. Some vehicles use a timing chain instead of a belt; chains are made of metal and tend to last longer, but they can still stretch or wear, requiring replacement over time.
Most manufacturers recommend timing belt replacement between 60,000 and 100,000 miles; however, this interval can vary depending on the make and model of your vehicle. Failing to replace the timing belt can lead to catastrophic engine damage, including bent valves, damaged pistons, or complete engine failure, especially in interference engines.
Charlotte drivers should be aware of warning signs that indicate timing belt wear or failure, including:
- Engine misfires or rough idling
- Ticking or rattling noises coming from the engine
- Difficulty starting the engine
- Oil leaks near the timing cover
- Engine performance issues
Timing Belt Replacement at Gibbon Tire and Auto
At Gibbon Tire and Auto, our technicians provide timing belt replacement services for most makes and models. Our process includes:
- Inspecting the current timing belt or chain and related components, including the tensioner, pulleys, and water pump
- Replacing the timing belt or chain with a high-quality replacement
- Replacing associated components prone to wear, like tensioners, idler pulleys, and water pumps
- Ensuring proper timing alignment
- Performing a digital multipoint inspection (on the house)
Replacing your timing belt on schedule is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your engine. Timing belts should never be delayed beyond the manufacturer’s recommended interval. Unlike other maintenance items, failure of a timing belt can cause significant engine damage.
Timing Belt Repair in Charlotte, NC
Protect your vehicle’s engine and ensure dependable performance with timing belt (or chain) replacement from Gibbon Tire and Auto in Charlotte, NC. A 2-year/24,000-mile nationwide warranty backs all qualified repairs. Call or request an appointment online today to keep your vehicle in optimal condition and drive with confidence.
