There are many parts underneath your hood allowing your vehicle to work. The timing belt is a vital one. When it fails, you are not going anywhere. At Heritage Ford, we want to make sure that you know exactly what your timing belt is doing for you.
The timing belt keeps the crankshaft and camshaft working in harmony. When these two parts are not in sync, severe damage can occur. The crankshaft moves the pistons up and down, while the camshaft is what is allowing air and gas into in and out of your engine.
How do you know when you need to replace the timing belt? It is incredibly hard to tell, which is why regular maintenance and inspections are important. Your vehicle's manufacturer will also have recommendations for how often the belt should be replaced. It is better to take the time and money to do it before your car stops running out of the blue one day in Corydon, IN.