Description
The Timing Belt is a critical part of the automotive engine if it breaks, it can cause some serious damage. The belt can break due to a number of reasons, but the most common is age. One other common problem is the belt tensioner.
The Timing Tensioner is used to do just that keep tension on the timing belt. The timing belt is a rubber belt that runs over and through a series of pulleys and gears. Over time, due to age and heat, the belt will stretch out. As the belt stretches it can become loose, so the tensioner needs to adjust the belt as needed to keep it tight.
Symptoms of a damaged Timing Tensioner : Squealing, rattling, chirping, Knocking or slapping noises, check engine light illuminated..etc.
Timing Tensioner replacement will allow the components in your vehicle to run correctly again and remove that annoying grinding noise from your engine.
