Efficient Engine Operation – It’s All In The Timing
Fuel, Spark, Air and Compression are all clearly important, but if they all need to happen at the same time.
VANOS Variable Valve Timing Diagnostics
The latest versions continuously adjust the position of the intake and exhaust camshafts for better power and more.
Nissan VQ35 Water Pump: Chain-Driven Replacement Procedure
At the top of the list of the engines with the most challenging water pumps to replace is the Nissan VQ-Series V6 engines.
Import Cam Phasing Systems: Variable Valve Timing
One of the ways automakers squeeze more horsepower and torque from an engine is adding variable valve timing (VVT) to the valvetrain.
Belt-In-Oil Timing Drives
Since the adoption of timing belts by auto manufacturers began in the early 1970s, it has been pretty well beaten into our heads that oil and timing belts do not play well together.
VW/Audi Timing Belt Repairs
A quick look at the list of VW and Audi engine codes will make your head spin. Before starting any repair, you should know the Âengine code, production date and country of origin.
Top 10 Timing Belt Tips
Here are the Top 10 timing belt job tips that can make your next job just a little easier.Â
Toyota V8 Timing Belt Service
Each of the various Toyota models that use the V8 have specific items that must be removed to allow access to the timing belt and allow room to remove the accessories, belt drives and timing covers.
Variable Valve Timing On Import Vehicles
One of the ways automakers squeeze more horsepower and torque from an engine is adding variable valve timing (VVT) to the valvetrain.
Under the Hood: Short on Time – Compact Engine Timing Belt Service
As a rule, General Motors uses timing chains rather than timing belts on most of its engines. Timing chains are long-lived and reliable, and do not have a recommended replacement interval. But, not so with timing belts. One GM engine that does use a rubber timing belt is the 1.6L E-TECH II engine in the 2004 and up Chevrolet Aveo. We take a look at timing belt procedures for this and similar compact engines.