Timing chains are generally more durable than timing belts – though neither is as durable as direct gear drive – however, timing belts are lighter, less expensive, and operate more quietly. Photo by ...

Q: I have a 2008 Hyundai Sonata which is equipped with a timing chain. The vehicle is approaching 100,000 miles. I was wondering, since it is a timing chain instead of a rubber timing belt, does it ...

My wife & I bought a BMW 118d SE two years ago for £13k as an approved used car with 23k miles. 3-6 months in the start stop function ceased to work - I raised this and we were told to take the car on ...

Dealing with an engine is one of the most complex tasks anyone can perform in a vehicle. Sometimes, removing any component is just a step to do something, such as removing the timing chain. Although ...

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In a recent Carsguide you advised a reader that there was no need to replace the timing chains on D40 Nissan Navaras. Well, we have just got our back from the dealer after having both chains replaced ...

The Mazda 3 timing belt or chain question is a common one, but one with a fairly simple answer. Unless the Mazda 3 in question is the very first turbo-diesel model (sold in Australia between 2007 and ...