Timing Chain Replacement in Romsey, Totton and all Locations in the Southampton Area
The timing chain is a critical moving part that coordinates how the camshaft and crankshaft rotate. With the correct timing, the valves open and close in unison as the cylinder fires. The chain is found in a vehicle’s engine and needs oil to maintain lubrication, but it is still common for this part to wear down, or to fail, over time.
Brystone can address any known issues with timing chain replacement services, provided at our popular workshop in Southampton.
Areas covered by Brystone include:
Eastleigh | Lyndhurst | Romsey | Southampton | Totton | Winchester | Hampshire
Timing chains connect to the gears and pulleys in an engine to power other components. To fire correctly, the chain should rotate around the gears effortlessly. Manufactured in metal, this component should be replaced in line with recommended intervals from a manufacturer.
A timing chain replacement service for a 4-stroke vehicle adjusts a cycle that impacts intake, compression, power and exhaust strokes. If the pistons and valves fail to operate in time, the engine won’t work or, worse still, you could cause damage to your car’s gearbox.
Instead of waiting for the timing chain to fail, we recommend having it replaced at the interval suggested in your driver’s handbook.
Replacing the Timing Chain
Timing chain replacement intervals vary from car to car but for most vehicles, swapping out for new components should be undertaken after 40,000 to 120,000 miles of driving. Always consult your handbook or, if the information isn’t readily available, call us for advice. You can also check your service book, if you have one, to see when your timing chain was last replaced. The cost will vary from car to car.
You may also need to book in for a timing chain replacement if:
- Your car’s engine starts to run poorly or begins to misfire
- A technician has found metal in the oil during a service
- The car doesn’t stop or fails when you are driving it
- A dashboard warning light indicates a worn timing chain
- There are visible signs of play, vibrations or rattling sounds
Motorists from Eastleigh, Lyndhurst, Romsey, Southampton, Totton and Winchester, and those across Hampshire, should expect the cost to vary based on the model they drive. If you drive a BMW or a Mini, it is better to use our timing chain replacement services instead of an equivalent replacement at a dealership where prices will be higher.
Our objective is to always provide a fuss-free solution.
We also specialise in car air conditioning repairs and offer you a 3D wheel alignment service, primarily for the BMW and Mini marques.