While regular inspections can help predict a worn timing belt, oftentimes there is no symptom at all other than your engine dying while driving or not starting.

Since the timing belt is responsible for turning the sprockets that turn the camshaft, a bad timing belt will cause your vehicle not to start. This symptom may be caused by other mechanical issues. If your vehicle is not starting, schedule an appointment with Wichita Premier Auto Services as soon as possible.

If the timing belt cover is loose, there is a possibility that there may be an oil leak near the motor.

As a timing belt wears, it can stretch, causing the valve timing to suffer. Early on, this may not be noticeable in the performance of your vehicle other than a decrease in fuel economy. Come to Wichita Premier Auto Services, where our technicians will take care of all your timing belt repair needs and more.

Similar to the symptom of decreasing fuel economy, a worn out or stretched timing belt affects the timing of your engine. Since the primary job of the timing belt is to synchronize the turning of the camshaft, which drives the opening and closing of valves, any loss of synchronization can affect the way your engine runs, resulting in a rough idle, lack of acceleration, misfires, or stalling. Wichita Premier Auto Services can accurately diagnose these issues and get your car, truck, or SUV back on the road.

Most cars, trucks, and SUVs have multiple belts that can cause a squealing noise. A squealing timing belt may occur during acceleration, while braking, or even at idle. If you hear a belt squealing, even if it is not your timing belt, it is a clear indication that you need to visit Wichita Premier Auto Services. A squealing belt will not get better. Ignoring it could cause more costly damages in the future. If your timing belt, serpentine belt, or any other belt is squealing, call Wichita Premier Auto Services.

This could be an indication that your timing belt is wearing out or that there is low oil pressure in the motor. Either issue requires immediate action.