Timing chains and timing belts both serve the same purpose, which is to coordinate the movement of the crankshaft as well as the camshaft (s) so that the engine's valves open and close at the ...

Q: I’ve had mixed input on whether or not to proactively replace the timing chain on my 2008 CR-V. It has 81,000 miles. I’ve also read that if you’re having the timing chain done, it’s a ...

Timing belts work well but need an expensive replacement between 60,000-120,000 miles. Timing chains are making a comeback.

When you add a chain, you have to encase it, lubricate it, add a tensioner, an idler pulley and guides. So you're basically replacing a simple rubber belt with an entire chain "system." Need a break?

To inspect the timing chain, the valve cover will need to be removed. When it comes to timing components such as timing gears and chains, we recommend you let the pros handle the repairs.

Timing chains can fail prematurely if the tensioners that hold and guide the chain fail, although usually there will be some engine noise or poor performance prior to the chain failing.

04. The timing gears have marks on them that align with specially colored links on the timing chain to get everything in time before removing the timing chains.

I can't imagine any company other than Hyundai (well, maybe Kia) bragging about the lower maintenance costs of a timing chain over a timing belt in a luxury $40,000 sedan. But, indeed, Hyundai did ...