For the benefit of all motorists out there, this article will provide you with some accurate information about timing belt replacements and why it is vital that you keep on top of all factory scheduled maintenance for your car. By the time you leave this page; you should have a better understanding of why you shouldn’t avoid contacting professionals for timing belt replacements, and what could happen if you overlook the job. At Accurate Automotive, our ASE certified specialists handle tasks of that nature every single day. We can answer your questions, point you in the right direction, and provide you with no-obligation quotes for the work to ensure your car runs smoothly now and in the future.
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What is a timing belt?
A timing belt or cambelt is part of your car’s engine, and it synchronizes the rotation of your camshaft. That is so the engine’s valves open and close at the right times during the intake and exhaust strokes. The timing belt in your vehicle is also vital for making sure the pistons do not strike the valves and cause damage. Most timing belts are toothed items, and while they aren’t expensive parts in most instances, failure to replace them at the right times could cause significant issues. You might end up ruining your engine and having to pay for a replacement, and that is going to cost a small fortune in most cases. Depending on the make and model of your automobile, it is sensible to check the manual to ensure you don’t continue driving for too long when you need a replacement.
What happens if I don’t replace my timing belt?
If you forget about scheduled timing belt replacement or you fail to get the job sorted at the correct time, there is a chance that you will cause lots of expensive damage to your vehicle’s engine. Most timing belt engines are “interference motors,” and that means the values will collide with the pistons if your belt isn’t kept in proper timing. If your belt breaks and the pistons hit your valves; you will have to spend a small fortune to put things right.
There is also the problem of sourcing replacement parts if your timing belt snaps. As most manufacturers tell their customers to keep on top of timing belt replacements, many of them do not stock the replacement parts you need if the belt breaks for more than around seven years after the initial production. That means people driving cars that are more than seven years old might struggle.
When should I replace my timing belt?
Most vehicles need scheduled timing belt replacements every 100,000 miles. However, you might like to make arrangements before then depending on the car you drive. At Accurate Automotive, we deal with scheduled timing belt replacements for the following car brands:
- Lexus – Replace the timing belt every 90,000 miles
- Toyota – Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles
- Acura – Replace the timing belt every 105,000 miles
- Honda – Replace the timing belt between 60,000 and 100,000 miles
- Hyundai – Replace the timing belt every 70,000 miles
- Kia – Replace the timing belt every 80,000 miles
- Subaru – Replace the timing belt every 105,000 miles
- Infiniti – Replace the timing belt every 90,000 miles
- Ford – Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles
- Chrysler – Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles
- GM (General Motors Vehicles) – Replace the timing belt every 90,000 miles
Time is also a factor you will need to consider alongside the distance you travel. While you might not reach 60,000 or 100,000 miles during a given period; you should arrange for timing belt replacements around every five years if you use the car every day. That is the basic rule of thumb that seems to work well across the board and keep everyone safe and on the road.
Why choose Accurate Automotive for timing belt replacements?
At Accurate Automotive, we only employ the best and most talented professionals in the industry. We provide an ASE certified service to car owners and drivers, and we always go above and beyond the call of duty for our customers. We can supply OEM parts and fluid for your vehicle, and we also deal in high-quality aftermarket components. Plus as a full service auto repair shop, we also perform all other auto repair services and offer specials and great deals.
We work with thousands of busy motorists every year to ensure their cars run smoothly, and they never have an issue when it comes to getting from A to B. Our team can handle all elements of factory scheduled maintenance, and we work hard to ensure we keep our prices as low as possible. If we make savings through bulk purchases or anything else, we always hand those discounts to our customers. Indeed, that is why our brand has built such a fantastic reputation during the last few years.
When it comes to scheduled timing belt replacements; you will struggle to find a more dedicated and committed team of professionals anywhere else in the Thousand Oaks area. Take a look at some of the testimonials we publish on our website if you want to learn more about the comments our happy customers leave every single day.
With a commitment to customer satisfaction and providing the highest quality results in the industry today; Accurate Automotive is the only company you need to call.
Introductory bonus offer!!!
Right now, we’re running a deal you can use if you need to book scheduled timing belt replacement in the Thousand Oaks area during the next few weeks. We are currently offering new customers a $20 discount on their bill if they spend more than $100 with us. That means you could reduce your expenditure by as much as 20%!!!
If you would like to learn more about timing belt replacement in Thousand Oaks, or you want to speak to a member of our team to arrange your booking, please use the contact details on our website to start the ball rolling. We’ll try to make arrangements that work around your schedule, so the maintenance work causes as little disruption to your life as possible.
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