Have Confidence in Prado’s Quality Auto, Truck, Boat, RV and Diesel Repair Services.

Maintaining your vehicle’s health is always in your best interest. Cars that are well taken care of outperform and outlast those that are not. When something feels “off” with your vehicle, don’t hesitate to bring it to our team for complete care for your vehicle, no matter what it is. Our expert truck and auto technicians will assess your car and provide anything it needs, from routine maintenance to major auto and diesel repair services. With a skilled and experienced technician, you know your car is in good hands – after all, Prado’s Quality Auto Repair experts have been doing this for more than 20 years and family owned and operated. How many other auto shops can say that?

TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT

TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT IN RIVERSIDE

Many of today’s engines use timing belts. A timing belt system is a precision component with wheels and belts in order to properly time the engine to run at maximum efficiency and performance. The timing buckle maintains crankshaft-to-camshaft synchronization, keeping valve procedure coordinated to piston placement. On some motors, the belt also drives additional components, including the oil pump, water pump, and balance shafts.

WHEN TO CHANGE YOUR TIMING BELT

Look at your car’s owner’s manual for information on timing belt upkeep. Our ASE Certified technicians recommend suggest timing belt must be replaced at the manufacturer’s recommended distance and/or time periods. Failure to replace timing belt can result in complete breakdown or catastrophic engine failure. If the timing belt is not changed at the advised period, the belts could break, which may leave you stuck and possibly cause major engine damage. If you’re getting the timing belt replaced, consider changing other areas which may be accessed simultaneously. Water pump, timing belt sprockets, and tensioning pulleys are great good examples. Come in to Prado’s Quality Auto Repair and have one of our technicians do an inspection if you think your car needs a timing belt service.