![]() It is therefore important to be aware of belt or chain failure. It is therefore important to remember that a cambelt or timing chain will deteriorate as long as they are subjected to engine heat and varying weather conditions, cambelts can stretch, crack, and ultimately break. We think it is safe to say that you do not want this to happen. The most common outcome will be bent valves (the pistons colliding with the valves), but it can also damage the cylinder head or the camshaft itself. What do you think will happen when the belt malfunctions? Yes, timing will be out and this WILL cause serious damage. Their most important purpose, as we have seen, are to ensure synchronisation. We have learned what the timing belt/chain is and how it works. The good news however, is that this is a rare occurrence, so the core of the timing chain justification is that general maintenance is still less than that of a vehicle with a timing belt. This story therefore do not have a happy conclusion because if a timing chain need to be replaced, the cost of such a replacement can be significantly higher than that of a regular cambelt replacement. You may now make the logical deduction that chains are the chosen one above belts, but do not think for one moment that the new chain system reached its perfection! Even though chains tend not to break, they can stretch over time because they too face the worst nightmare of most vehicle components: wear and tear. ![]() Maintenance on timing chains are less than timing belts because they offer a better lifespans and should last for the life of the engine (in most cases) this means that servicing costs will be less (if any). Modern engines employ chain guides to silence the chain and to minimise vibrations. ![]() Improvements to the new chain system included the introduction of oil pressure and spring-loaded tensioners these help to keep the chain stretched and quiet. Timing chains consists of steel and lasts much longer than timing belts because they do not tend to break or wear down that easily.
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