Is it expensive to replace a timing belt? Timing belt replacement can be costly due to the labor-intensive process and the potential need to remove parts of the engine to access the belt. 13 Can I replace a serpentine belt myself? If you have mechanical knowledge and the right tools, you...
is a pretty good indication that something's gone awry with the timing belt. When the camshaft retards by a few degrees, the intake valve will open and close well after it should. This will quickly dump pressure from the combustion chamber, resulting in an incomplete fuel burn and raw hydro...
Likely Cause: The serpentine belt, which drives every important engine part, is slipping. Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowCan You Fix It? Yes. You can put a new belt on yourself, usually by loosening one component, either a tensioner or the alternator. ...