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 ...

Your engine’s timing belt or chain quietly keeps pistons and valves in sync — until it doesn’t. Knowing the differences, warning signs, and replacement schedules can save you thousands in repairs. A ...

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 ...

The timing chain is the heartbeat of your engine, keeping pistons and valves in perfect sync. When it wears or stretches, performance drops and repair bills soar. Knowing the warning signs, using the ...

An independent study by FEV GmbH found that timing belts in automotive timing assemblies better reduced CO 2 and gave more ride comfort than did chains. In a 1.6-liter gas engine, a belt drive reduced ...

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 ...