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Warning Signs to Look For

Not sure if your car's cambelt is wearing out? Here are some of the main warning signs that can indicate it's time for a replacement:

  • Squealing, ticking or other unusual noises coming from the engine
  • Your car sounds louder or makes a weird noise when you start the engine
  • Misfires while driving
  • Difficulty starting the engine
  • More exhaust smoke

 

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Is My Cambelt Definitely to Blame?

The warning signs for cambelt failure can often overlap with symptoms of other problems.

To find out whether your timing belt is what's causing your car's poor performance, you can take a look under the bonnet at your car's belt - this is usually visible on the left-hand side of the main engine block.

Look for any of the following, which can indicate that your car's cambelt is failing:

  • The smooth side of the belt is shiny
  • There are cracks or fraying in the rubber
  • Teeth are missing on the underside of the belt

 

Your cambelt can sometimes fail without much warning, so it pays to be proactive when it comes to maintenance.

Knowing what to look for and checking for these signs of failure every few months can go a long way to preventing a stressful breakdown, while giving you the confidence you need to book the right appointment at a local garage to get the problem fixed.

You can sort your car's cambelt repair out in less than 60 seconds, relying on reviews from fellow customers to steer you towards your new favourite garage.

Feels good to sort things out early, doesn’t it? Book now and be the savvy driver you deserve to be, knowing you're saving yourself from a more expensive repair later down the line.

 

Learn More About Cambelts

Cambelt vs Timing Belt vs Timing Chain: 10 Things You Need to Know

While most vehicles use a cambelt (sometimes referred to as a timing belt), yours might use a timing chain which works slightly differently.

 

When Do I Need to Replace My Timing Belt?

Wondering if it's time to replace your car's timing belt? You can find out more by reading this blog.

 

Frequently asked questions

Does my vehicle have a timing belt or a timing chain?

Some vehicles are fitted with timing chains or cam chains instead of timing belts. Timing chains can still be found on the left-hand side of the engine block and tends to last longer than a cambelt (usually around 120,000 miles).

Whilst cambelts are made of rubber composites, cam chains are made of steel and drive sprockets.

You can check your handbook to find out which your car has.

Is it worth replacing my water pump at the same time?

We recommend replacing your car’s water pump alongside the timing belt. Both can last between 40,000 and 60,000 miles, so if your cambelt is failing, the water pump may not be far behind.

Getting both jobs done at the same time is most cost-effective. They’re both close together in the engine bay, so you avoid paying a technician to take your engine apart and put it back together twice.

It also ensures your car is safe to drive and stays on the road as much as possible as it may be prone to overheating and frequent breakdowns without a working water pump.

What is a timing belt?

The timing belt in your car helps components of your car's engine work together in-sync - which is why it's so important that you have this component checked and replaced promptly when required.

The cambelt ensures the camshaft and the crankshaft's movements are aligned.

Why is my cambelt broken?

Your timing belt can break if you don't have it replaced at the right intervals.

A failed auxiliary belt or gradual wear and tear can also cause your timing belt to break.

You should take your car to a garage if you think your cambelt could be failing.

A broken cambelt will cause problems such as heavier power steering or braking being harder, so you should pull over when it is safe to and call your breakdown provider if your cambelt breaks when driving.

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