Car timing belt cover

Timing belt cover protects the timing belt from external actions. Also it serves for safety. Due to this simple protection accidental contact with the moving belt is effectively prevented. Mostly timing belt cover is made of plastic. It is produced for the definite car model. That is why it is impossible to use these covers for different car models. Certainly, a faulty timing belt cover should be replaced, otherwise additional damage is possible.

If you hear a rattling sound when the belt operates, it usually indicates an insufficient belt tension. Another reason may be contamination under the cover. To dissemble it you need just to unscrew some bolts. For diagnostics it is enough just to inspect the cover. Timing belt cover can be damaged by a stone or another object. Those failures that do not affect the cover integrity are possible. If there is a serious damage, it is necessary to replace the cover.

It is not difficult to replace the timing belt cover. Still, it is important not to overdraw. Before you unscrew the bolts, it is useful to wait until the rust remover to soak. In no way use force, otherwise you will strip. In this case the repair will cost more expensively. If there is damage and you need side-turn signal, wishbone, oil temperature sensor, fan, clutch disc, condenser or any other spare car part, you came to the right shop! Our online shop is open even out of hours.

How to detect the toothed belt cover malfunction

When inspecting the component, faults are easy to notice. Diagnostics does not require special equipment and skills. Carefully check reliability of fasteners, since they may weaken over time.

If there are no obvious damages or faults, thorough inspection of the toothed belt cover is to be performed when the service life of the belt expires, and the belt requires replacement.

You may notice that the toothed belt cover requires diagnostics, by the following symptoms:

• knocks in the front part of the engine;
• too noisy operation of the timing mechanism;
• loss of tightness of the toothed belt cover;
• worn surface of the belt, cracks and folds;
• broken toothed belt.

The reasons of toothed belt cover malfunction

The toothed belt cover is quite a durable component, however such factors as temperature changes and applied force provoke its failure. This component is made of plastic, so it is prone to deformation and cracking.

Improper installation may also be the reason of the component mechanical damage. The component may also be damaged due to a road accident. Besides, fasteners of the component may get loosened. This occurs due to continuous vibration during operation of the timing mechanism.

Replacing the toothed belt cover

It is not recommended to repair a damaged component. The toothed belt cover should be replaced.

You may replace this component yourself, or seek help from specialists of a service station. However, if you decide to replace the component yourself, bear in mind that the procedure depends on many characteristics, including the brand and the model of the car, and the type of the engine. Be sure to follow the recommendations of the component manufacturer.