Veyance Promotion Aims to Educate Technicians and Consumers about Timing Belt Kits
As summer heats up, Veyance Technologies, the manufacturer of Goodyear Gatorback belts, is reminding motorists that vehicle maintenance is all about timing. Veyance is the exclusive manufacturer of Goodyear Engineered Products worldwide.
Tech Feature: Toyota V8 Timing Belt Service
When I first started researching this article, I called and stopped by several shops that do work on Toyota vehicles. I asked if any of them had any V8 models coming in for timing belts so I could get some pictures of the process. Either a blank stare, or a question like: “What Toyota V8?” was the general response. The idea that there was a Toyota V8 needing a timing belt replacement seems to be generally unknown in the aftermarket.
Tech Tip: Installing Timing Belt Covers with Guides for 2001 Hyundai Sonata, Santa Fe
Some 2001 Hyundai Sonata and Santa Fe vehicles may experience rough running, rough idle, lack of power at low rpm, or
the check engine light on. This may be caused by the exhaust camshaft coming out of time, which can be fixed by installing a new timing belt cover.
Engine Maintenance: Timing Belt Replacement on Lexus GS 300s
Recommended replacement intervals for timing belts are all over the map these days. Mileage and time suggestions can vary widely, so examine accessory belts and factor in the use of the car and its maintenance history. In this article, we’ll discuss timing belt replacement on a 2001 Lexus GS 300 model with the 2JZ-GE engine.
Gearing Up for Timing Belt and Chain Work
Timing belts are a maintenance item on engines that have them, but what about timing chains? On most overhead cam engines that use a timing chain to turn the cams, there’s usually some type of chain tensioner or adjuster to keep the chain tight and to compensate for stretch as the chain ages. But on pushrod V6 and V8 engines, there is no chain tensioner to compensate for chain stretch. Consequently, after tens of thousand of miles, the chain loosens up, starts to make noise as it rattles against the front cover, and causes cam timing to retard. At this point the timing chain needs to be replaced.
Tech Tip: Tackling Timing Belts
Several years ago, the phone rang about 10 a.m. with a voice on the other end introducing herself as the service writer for a well-known import shop in a nearby state. The conversation revealed that the son of a very good customer had broken the timing belt on his 2000 Toyota Pathfinder. Based upon the mileage of the vehicle, the import shop had previously recommended a timing belt replacement on the 3.4 L engine, but the owner had postponed the ….
Mazda: Timing Belt Replacement
A Little Prevention Goes a Long Way
Right On the Mark: Lining Up Timing Belt Service for First-Generation Kias
This month, we’re going to take a look at timing belt replacement on the increasingly popular Kia line of vehicles. Kia has made strong inroads into the market by offering high-quality vehicles at an affordable price. As underhood car techs, we’re prepared to handle any of these cars: You have the required skills and, with
Kia: Timing Belt Replacement
This month, we’re going to take a look at timing belt replacement on the increasingly popular Kia line of vehicles. Kia has made strong inroads into the market by offering high-quality vehicles at an affordable price. As import car techs, we’re prepared to handle any of these cars: We have the required skills and, with
Chevy AVEO Timing Belt Service
As a rule, General Motors uses timing chains rather than timing belts on most of its engines. Timing chains are long-lived and reliable, and do not have a recommended replacement interval. Not so with timing belts. One GM engine that does use a rubber timing belt is the 1.6L E-TECH II engine in the 2004