We must first understand what each of these two systems does for a car. They both serve the same purpose, which is to coordinate the movement of the crankshaft as well as the camshaft(s) so that the ...

Does the Mazda6 have a timing belt or a timing chain and does it really matter? The current Mazda6 has a timing chain and yes, it certainly matters. Got two minutes? Let me explain. First up, the ...

As a car owner, you’re likely to run into your fair share of engine issues. While some are rarer than others, you could experience oil leaks, overheating, and multiple other things. These problems ...

Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. Keep reading to find out what a timing chain replacement costs, what kind of help you can expect from your warranty, and what the key ...

We have a 2002 Mazda 6 – 151,000 kms – always serviced. On the weekend, the car stopped and we were told it was a problem with the timing chain which I understand is a rare problem. Is there a time or ...

Inside the front of your engine, there’s a component that’s either a timing belt, or a timing chain. They both serve the same function, but they’re made of different materials. And while belts aren’t ...

Hello Paul, I drive a Toyota CAMRY 2003 with a 2AZ-FE engine. Recently, my engine started making a rattling noise, especially in the morning. This noise is increasing and my engine has started losing ...

I have a Hyundai ix20 1.6 diesel active which, I believe, has a timing chain as opposed to a belt. I always understood that timing chains were generally expected to last the life of the engine. A ...