The consequences of a broken timing belt

Many car owners check their vehicles on a daily basis and are likely to ignore the timing belt. Indeed, the location of the timing belt is not obvious, and some car owners even think that the timing belt does not need to be replaced. If you do not replace it for a long time, the consequences of a broken timing belt may make you regret it.

The consequences of a broken timing belt

Timing belts are rubber parts and consumables. As the engine moves closer and closer, the timing belts will wear out and aging on the tensioning wheels, working wheels, tensioners and other components that are in close contact with it. If the timing belt is broken, the camshaft will not run in accordance with the timing when the engine is running, which may cause the valve to collide with the piston and cause serious damage.

The timing belt should be replaced regularly

In order to avoid greater losses caused by the timing belt fracture, we should check and maintain the timing belt regularly. If the belt has cracks or cracks, it is best to replace it. Under normal circumstances, a well-maintained timing belt should be replaced every 3 years or 50,000-80,000 kilometers.

The timing belt is a type of engine transmission, and there is also a timing chain. In contrast, belt drive has low cost, mature technology and low noise, but requires regular inspection and maintenance, while chain drive is more worry-free and highly reliable. If you are lucky, it can even be maintenance-free for life. However, compared with the timing belt, the noise of the chain will increase with the use of time.