Timing belts are a maintenance item; they can wear out and fail without warning. Check your owner’s manual. It pays to know which kind of engine you have and the recommended replacement intervals.

Q: I’ve had mixed input on whether or not to proactively replace the timing chain on my 2008 CR-V. It has 81,000 miles. I’ve also read that if you’re having ...

Citroen, Ford, Honda and Peugeot are among the brands that have fitted wet timing belts to some of their cars. Because the rubber belt is in constant contact with the oil, it can cause the belt to ...