Sooner or later,
timing belt replacement on your Land Rover in Apache Junction is inevitable. Your auto has a number of components that make it run properly, and the timing belt is one of those components. A timing belt has a simple set of tasks that it performs. A timing belt sets the way your valves and pistons work and stops pistons from impacting into closed valves. A timing belt also helps the camshaft and the crankshaft perform better.
Land Rover Timing Belt Replacement in Apache Junction and Information About Timing Belts
Timing belts used to require replacement every 50,000 miles on older Land Rover vehicles. Modern day Land Rover timing belts last a bit longer, between 60,000 and 105,000 miles. Consult your owner's manual regarding a schedule for timing belt replacement. Some car makers accidentally or intentionally omit replacement schedules for timing belts. Be aware however, that Land Rover timing belts do not last, as either the rubber or the metal teeth will wear out or get damaged. As to when you should get Land Rover timing belt replacement in Apache Junction, done, if your odometer is showing mileage at or above 90,000 miles, you will need to get your timing belt replaced as soon as possible.
Timing belts are used by non-interference engines and interference engines as well. The timing belt in an interference engine stops valves from becoming distorted and ultimately helps to prevent engine damage. You would do well to call an timing belt repair facility in Apache Junction and get your Land Rover timing belt replaced on your own volition, not because it breaks down on you.
Land Rover Timing Belt Slippage and Timing Belt Replacement
As timing belts are usually made of high-tensile fiber rubber, motor oil, antifreeze and high temperatures can wear them down. An unfortunate problem with timing belts is that damaged belts often don't show any signs of a problem, until, they finally give out. As you drive your auto, heat and stress stretch the timing belt. Once it begins to stretch and deteriorate the teeth of the belt begin to wear out, which can result in it "slipping", or breaking altogether. When that happens, you have no more choice. You will have to get Apache Junction timing belt replacement work done on your Land Rover. If your timing belt slips while you're driving, you're going to likely call a tow truck as your car will coast to a stop. No one likes their timing belt to break, but that is part of life. How you choose to handle it is entirely up to you. Try to do it on your time, and get Land Rover timing belt replacement in Apache Junction before you have no other choice. American Five Star Car Care specializes in timing belt replacement on Land Rovers and every other type of vehicle on the road today. Give us a call for a free quote to repair your Land Rover timing belt. 480-725-2836