There are several belts on a car, and you might've heard of the timing belt. But just because you've heard of it doesn't mean that you know what it does. At Capitol Cadillac of Salem in Salem, OR, we are always looking for ways to expand our customer's knowledge so that they can make better decisions when it comes to the care of their car. Keep reading to learn more about what the timing belt on your vehicle does.
The timing belt is responsible for ensuring that the pistons and valves open in a synchronous fashion so that the combustion in the engine works properly. It also connects the camshaft and the crankshaft.
If you didn't have a timing belt on your vehicle, your car just wouldn't run at all. If your timing belt breaks while your engine is running, you'll likely need to replace the entire engine or at least have it fixed.
