ALFA ROMEO

A timing belt is one critical component of the internal combustion engine regardless of what fuel it runs at. It synchronises the rotation of crankshaft and camshaft to control the valve train. A timing belt is usually a toothed belt. Most modern engines come equipped with a timing belt, and it is critical to prevent a timing belt failure as these engines are interference engines. Interference engine as it indicates by the name, where valves come in contact with the pistons if they are not timed correctly. At AVW we use OEM tools to align the camshaft and crankshaft to rule out the chance of misalignment where it can prevent you from a catastrophic failure.

Timing belt must be replaced according to the manufactures recommended time or distance travelled. Most Alfa Romeo’s are due for timing belt replacement in 60,000 km’s or 3 years, but It can vary from model to model. The information regarding the timing belt replacement can be found in your vehicles owner’s mannual, or you can call us to find out about the recommended replacement and replacement cost.