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A cambelt, also known as a timing belt, regulates the combustion process by synchronising your crankshaft and camshaft which, in turn, open and close the cylinder valves. A cambelt problem can be disastrous for your engine. Your car can’t work properly without this toothed belt - your engine parts will smash together more than 100 times a minute, causing irreversible damage.

That’s why you need to look after it properly and book a timing belt replacement when your car needs it.

 

Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your Nissan Cambelt Replacement?

We have helped over 23.5 million drivers compare prices to book their MOT, servicing, and repairs at local garages. In fact, when you compare garages near you through our online comparison site, you can save up to 70% when you choose one of the lower-cost options!

As one of the UK’s leading garage comparison sites, we’re dedicated to helping drivers save money on their car maintenance. Here are just some of the ways we keep you in control of your Nissan's timing belt replacement:

 

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Enter your reg and postcode to compare labour rates from timing belt replacement specialists near you and book a visual inspection in seconds. After the inspection, your chosen garage will provide a no-obligation estimate for the repair work. You always pay this bill to the garage directly and only ever after they've completed all the work.

 

How to Book a Cambelt Change for Your Nissan

  1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
  2. Compare deals. You can sort garages in your area by whatever best suits your needs: price, distance, reviews and ratings or availability.
  3. Pick a date and time for your appointment.

 

After you book your Nissan cambelt change, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage, and they may also be in touch to confirm the appointment or to ask for extra details.

You can change or cancel your booking for free until the day of your appointment.

 

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How Much Does a Nissan Cambelt Change Cost?

The price of your cambelt change will vary depending on the garage you visit. On average, a Nissan cambelt change can cost between £200 and £500. Most of this price comes from the labour costs, as changing the cambelt is a very labour-intensive job – many parts of the vehicle need to be removed to get to the cambelt, and then put back on afterwards, which can take several hours.

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About Nissan

Boasting a lineup that includes one of the best-selling cars in the UK (the Qashqai), Nissan is a company known for being experimental. The Qashqai is noted as being one of the first true crossover SUVs. Alongside it, Nissan also offers the battery-powered Leaf, among lots of other cheap and cheerful options, such as the ever popular Micra, and the Note.

Since 1999, Nissan has been part of the Renault–Nissan Alliance, a partnership between Nissan and French automaker Renault. As of 2013, Renault holds a 43.4% voting stake in Nissan, while Nissan holds a 15% non-voting stake in Renault. Carlos Ghosn serves as CEO of both companies.

Selling cars under the Nissan, Infiniti, and Datsun brands, Nissan was the sixth largest automaker in the world behind Toyota, GM, Volkswagen Group, Hyundai, and Ford in recent years; however they are the leading Japanese brand in China, Russia, and Mexico.

 

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

When Should I Change My Nissan Cambelt or Timing Chain?

According to the official Nissan website, you should have your cambelt or timing chain changed every 5 years or every 90,000 miles - whichever comes first. You should also look into getting your cambelt or timing chain changed if you notice any of the following symptoms:

• A slapping or grinding noise
• Your engine cuts out and won't turn over when you turn the key
• Your car won't start, accompanied by a clunking noise from the engine
• Rattling or high-pitched sound while your engine is idling
• Your car leaks oil
• A glazed, glossy cambelt underside
• A cracked or fraying cambelt

Any of these warning signs could indicate a serious problem with your cambelt. To avoid endangering yourself, your passengers and other drivers, you should book an inspection to find out what's wrong as soon as possible.

How Long Does a Timing Belt Change Take?

A cambelt change takes between 3-6 hours. The belt is buried deep within the engine and so isn’t very accessible for the mechanic. This means that the price of your timing belt replacement is mainly made up of labour costs.

What Happens If the Timing Belt Breaks While Driving?

If your timing belt breaks while you're driving, your car will grind to a sudden halt. A combustion engine can't function properly without a timing belt, so you can cause very serious and expensive damage if you don't stop.

Potential damage includes warped cylinder heads and other broken parts. In some extreme circumstances, this can leave you needing a full engine replacement - a repair that can cost thousands of pounds.

How Do You Check the Condition of a Cambelt?

You can check the condition of your cambelt by opening the bonnet and looking at the belt. You should find this at the side of your engine. It may be underneath a plastic cover so you may need to lift this up to get a proper look.

• When you check your timing belt, look for the following:
• Cracks Missing chunks
• Broken or missing teeth
• The belt twisting too much when you turn it over
• Glossy underside

If your cambelt is showing any of the above, you should book a visual inspection as soon as possible. These indicate that it is coming to the end of its life and may fail soon.

How Does a Timing Chain Differ from a Timing Belt?

Some vehicles use a timing chain to regulate the combustion process rather than a cambelt. This looks like a metal bicycle chain and requires lubricant to work. It is much more durable than a timing belt, lasting more than 200,000 miles if looked after well.

However, you should book regular oil and filter changes and a timing chain service after 125,000 miles to keep it in good condition.

You can consult your vehicle handbook to find out whether your vehicle uses a timing chain or timing belt.

Failing that, you can check your engine bay for a plastic cover on the right- or left-hand side of your engine. If you see this plastic cover, your car uses a timing belt. If not, it uses a timing chain.