Advanced Auto Repair Car Care News and Information: Timing Belt Overview

In your engine, valves over each combustion chamber open to allow fresh air in, close during the combustion event, and then other valves open to let out the exhaust. All of this happens over and over thousands of times a minute. The timing belt’s important job is to make sure that all of this happens as it should – at precisely the right time. If the timing is off, your engine won’t run efficiently or maybe not at all – so a&hellip» READ MORE

Tires are a steep purchase so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Denton drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer, especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch of tire tread is considered a safe amount of tread. Uneven tread wear can be a symptom of other problems and simply replacing your ....  READ MORE

Most auto makers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The examination uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components. Environmental laws in some areas require leaks to be fixed before refrigerant can be added. Also some parts manufacturers require other components to be replaced along with certain failed parts in order to maintain the new part warranty. This is because a given failure may be the result of another worn or&hellip» READ MORE

Your auto air conditioning system cools and conditions the air in your passenger compartment. It also removes moisture from the air to keep your windows from fogging up. A common A/C problem is contaminated refrigerant (the gas that cools the air). The inside of the A/C hoses breaks down over time and little parts of rubber obstructs passages. This makes the system less efficient and overworks various components. Leaks can ensue at seals and gaskets and&hellip» READ MORE

The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. The service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they should always be replaced together. A worn tensioner inhibits the accessories from spinning properly, leading to premature wear and noise. Your vehicle manufacturer has a recommended mileage interval for serpentine belt replacement. A complete accessory&hellip» READ MORE