Timing belt & water pump kits are intended to maintain the proper state of the timing mechanism and the cooling system. The need to use such kits for replacement occurs if the pump is driven by the timing belt. On the average, the service life of this car part is 80,000 to 100,000 km of mileage. Other components from the kit may serve longer, but since it is necessary to visit a service station, it is cheaper to replace all at once. Besides, in this case, the risk of mechanism jamming is lower.
What you should know about installation of the timing belt and water pump kits
- Failure of a cooling system component is often accompanied by antifreeze leakage. Its typical symptoms are steam from under the hood and a characteristic odour in the passenger compartment. Besides, possible overheating of the engine is indicated by a warning light on the dashboard.
- If you notice extraneous sounds when the engine is running, and have problems starting it, do not wait to contact a service station. Some components of the drive might have failed. To have them replaced as fast as possible, you can buy timing belt and water pump kits in our online shop. Find out on the website or from the customer support specialist about current promotions: maybe, today the components you need are sold at a discount.
- Installation of the components should be entrusted to specialists at a service station, as the process requires utmost care and compliance with the recommendations of the vehicle manufacturer. For example, excessive force applied to tighten the belt may soon result in its breakage. Besides, special equipment is required, including crankshaft and camshaft locking tools.
- To avoid wear of the components of the timing belt drive, regularly check the state of the lubrication system. In particular, never allow leakage of the motor oil. Getting on the car parts, it causes jamming or slipping, and inevitable repair of the unit.
- To extend the service life of the water pump, use only the antifreeze recommended by the manufacturer of the vehicle.