What is included in a timing belt kit?
In the engine, what allows the correct synchronization between the crankshaft and the camshaft is the timing system. This movement is produced by one of two elements: a timing belt or a timing chain. In this article, we tell you which components are included in the SKF timing belt kit.
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Timing belt kit: all you need to know
What is included in the SKF timing belt kit?
- Kits include the correct belt for your application in trusted OE quality.
- Premium quality tensioners and idler pulleys.
- Nuts, bolts, screws, and other fasteners where necessary.
- Quality components ensuring optimum belt tension under all driving conditions.
- Specific fitting instructions including correct torques and step-by-step installation instructions downloadable from the QR code on the box.
Installing the SKF timing belt kit ensures consistent performance throughout the transmission system, which is such a critical area for the engine.
Each SKF timing belt kit contains the same components that manufacturers include in the engine assembly, guaranteeing the quality of the original kit.
How long do timing belts last?
A very common belief is to think that the timing belt can last longer than the time specified by the car's manual, but the truth is that if we wait for longer, we risk a critical failure, either if the timing belt breaks or the water pump fails, the damage to the engine will be extreme. SKF timing belts are known by mechanics to be durable and resistant, but in general, from SKF we always recommend following the car's official maintenance schedule to make sure that important parts such as the timing belt are in good condition.
SKF timing belts are known by mechanics to be durable and resistant, but in general, from SKF we always recommend following the car's official maintenance schedule to make sure that important parts such as the timing belt are in good condition.
On the other hand, it has also been seen that water pumps do not last much longer than belts, so it is a good habit to do both replacements together.
How to replace the timing belt with a water pump
Are our timing belts with water pump hard to replace? As with any other part of car maintenance, you could replace the timing belts yourself. However, SKF recommends is that timing belt replacement should be done by a professional. This is a process that must be done with proper application safeguards, and if you fail in any part of the process and end up breaking the engine, you will find yourself with an expensive problem to solve.
SKF Timing belt kits with water pump
SKF offers high-end precise timing belt kits for most of the car models on the market. By using one of our kits, you are assured of a high-quality product to be fitted to your car, thereby increasing the life of your engine, and you can live with the peace of mind of having the top of recline products looking after your car. Our Timing belt and water pump kits include everything needed to perform a complete engine timing belt kit and water pump replacement. The same kit usually fits several models of a brand, or even several brands, which means that you should look at the available kits and check beforehand if the one you are looking for really fits your model.
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