Timing Chain Archives - Import Car
Jaguar V6 Timing Chain Service

When a guide and tensioner fail, it induces timing chain slap that causes the chain to jump on the sprockets.

Mazda SkyActiv Engine Service Tips

These engines have been reliable, but there are four pattern failures you might see.

Honda Oil System Inspection

The leading cause of low oil pressure-related complaints with Honda vehicles is the oil level.

VarioCam: Understanding Porsche’s VVT Technology

Originally developed for the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo, VarioCam changes the valve timing to increase power & reduce emissions.

AAPEX 2021: Schaeffler INA Timing-Chain Kits

The kits come with all the essential components to ensure that the repair is done right the first time.

VIDEO: Replace All Timing-Chain Components At The Same Time

Timing systems are durable but they still wear. This video is sponsored by INA, a Schaeffler brand.

Understanding Audi’s Valve Lift System

The improved flow of exhaust gas to the turbocharger results in quick response and powerful torque buildup.

Honda: Variable Valve Timing Noise At Start Up

At cold start-up, a Honda engine rattles loudly for about two seconds. What could the possible cause be?

VIDEO: Water Pump Weep Hole Drains Are Moving

Andrew Markel covers how the drain for some water pump weep holes is moving to the block or front cover on some engines. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

Honda: iVTEC And Timing Chains

In this article, we’ll be taking a look at a 2003 four-cylinder Accord that came in with a check engine light complaint, but no reports of driveability issues. It was due for a New York state inspection, so it had to be repaired. The code was persistent, setting itself consistently on the second startup.

5 Timing Chain Warning Signs And Symptoms

Here are the top five things you should be checking to resolve a timing chain problem before it breaks.

Timing Chain or Belt: How Can an Engineering Change Affect Your Shop?

Like it or not, modern technology dictates how the modern independent import repair shop does business. Case in point, the first “rubber” timing belt I saw was in 1968 on a domestic-manufactured single overhead camshaft, six-cylinder engine. Given our experience, we had quite a laugh over the prospect of these gear-toothed “rubber” timing belts lasting