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Problems with your cambelt can have a detrimental impact to other components of your car; from causing engine damage to issues with your head gasket. Therefore, make sure not to put off cambelt repairs or replacement if the part is experiencing issues.


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Top garages for Cambelt Change in East Grinstead (20 found)
Doves Gatwick
105 Jobs Completed
Burstow, Horley Copthone
4.5 / 5

"You can be sure that when you visit Motorparks' Car Dealers in Gatwick that you will get yourself a great quality car at a really good price. Motorparks' Car Dealers in

Assist Autos
1022 Jobs Completed
Lingfield
4.9 / 5

We operate a mobile mechanic unit based in Coulsdon but cover a 20 mile radius. We cover everything from servicing to major repairs and provide our services at your hous

Allspeed Ltd.
Member since 22 May 2019
East Grinstead

Allspeed Ltd

EA Garage Service
Member since 15 May 2016
east grinstead

all vehicles up to small vans but mainly german bmw mercedes vw audi full also ford diagnostics fot these avalible

Euro SEAT Crawley
Member since 21 November 2018
Crawley

We offer competitive, transparent, fixed prices on service and maintenance work that are great value for money. You love you SEAT and so do we. Keep it as good as new wi

County Motors
Member since 03 August 2012
Crawley

We look forward to receiving your enquiries.

Rowfant Autos
Member since 06 August 2012
Rowfant

"We offer reliable motor repairs and servicing.Being a small independent business we like to think you are treated better and charged more fairly.We are proud of our inde

Pats Garage
Member since 08 August 2012
East Grinstead

"Pat's Garage was established in June 1959 by Arthur Pattenden in Green Hedges Avenue, East Grinstead, working out of a stable. Tony Harvey took over the garage in 1987 a

TC Garage
Member since 08 August 2012
Copthorne

"Are you looking for cost effective Audi garage services at affordable prices? TC Garage is an independent Audi specialist servicing South London, Surrey, West Sussex and

R & P Autos
Member since 08 August 2012
Lingfield

"Welcome to R & P Autos, MOT and Service Centre in Lingfield, near East Grinstead, Surrey. WeÔÇÖre proud to provide a personalised quality servicing for all makes and mod

churchill commercials ltd
Member since 09 February 2015
lingfield

the company has been repairing light and heavy commercials for 22years .

In Autos
Member since 03 August 2012
Newchapel

"In Autos Mercedes Benz has built an outstanding reputation based on the knowledge and expertise of our staff and the sincerity with which we deal with our customers. We

Flightpath Autos
Member since 08 February 2018
Horley

Female friendly,well established, MOT, TYRE,CENTRE YOU CAN TRUST

Jayvee Motors Ltd T/A JV Auto Clinic
Member since 12 March 2018
East Grinstead

JV Auto Clinic are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the

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Book in for Cambelt Change in East Grinstead
Frequently asked questions
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What is a cambelt and what does it do?

The cambelt helps your engine run efficiently by making sure its valves open and close in sync. It ensures that your engine parts run in harmony and keeps the timings just right to make the engine as efficient as possible.

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Does my car have a cambelt (timing belt) or timing chain?

In order to tell if your car has a timing belt or a timing chain you must inspect your engine. Check the side of your engine, if it has a tinplate or plastic cover, you've got yourself a timing belt. If your engine has neither of those, it has a timing chain.

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Where is the cambelt located?

Where it is located depends on your vehicle:

·      In front wheel drive vehicles, it is usually on the left hand side of your engine

·      In rear wheel drive vehicles, it is usually at the front of the engine, normally protected by a plastic cover

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How do I know my cambelt needs changing?

Signs which point to a problem include:

·      High pitched, whirring engine sounds

·      Juddering when the engine is on

·      Difficulty starting up your vehicle

·      Spots of oil or coolant on your cambelt

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What happens if your Cambelt breaks?

If the component breaks it could cause serious internal damage to your engine, which can be very expensive and at times impossible to fix.

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How long does a cambelt change take?

A cambelt change typically takes 3 to 4 hours, including a water pump replacement. So, ensure to set a whole morning/afternoon aside for the job to be carried out. 

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Should I change my Water Pump and Cambelt at the same time?

Your garage may have recommended a water pump change at the same time as your cambelt replacement. This is because both parts are located in the same area and typically wear out at the same point in a vehicle's life. Changing both parts at the same time can save on future labour costs.

Average rating for  Cambelt Change in East Grinstead bookings

4.50

2 reviews

What is a Cambelt?

The cambelt is a rubber belt which controls the timing of a vehicle’s internal combustion engines. It is vital in the process of making the vehicle run smoothly as it also ensures the crankshaft and camshaft rotate in synchronisation.

A snapped cambelt is uncommon however tension issues are more widespread.


If the belt is too loose it will end up whipping around inside the engine which will cause a variety of knock on effects and if the belt is too tight it will put a strain on the bearings of the cogs it's fitted to.

A tight belt will cause a whining noise to be emitted from the engine so if you hear this sound make sure to book a repair as soon as possible. You shouldn’t wait until this happens though, as the damage caused by a faulty cambelt will end up costing you even more money in repairs.


Signs that your Cambelt needs Replacing

  • A squealing noise can be heard when starting the vehicle
  • Starting issues
  • A glazed or glossy look to the belt


Cambelt Replacement prices

As you will see in the FAQ section and video above, the cost of a cambelt repair can vary depending on the vehicle and garage. The biggest cost associated with this job type will be the labour itself.

This is because the parts are based deep within the engine and getting to them takes time. The components themselves won’t cost you a huge amount as they are not complex so don’t be surprised to see labour costs making up the biggest part of the bill.

Even if your cambelt doesn’t completely break its important to keep an eye on the component as per the instructions provided by your cars manufacturer, if you leave it for too long, the belt could snap and cause catastrophic engine failure.

The cambelt will need replacing at some point, usually around the 30,000 – 50,000 mile mark but make sure to consult the vehicles owner’s manual to double check as it may vary depending on the vehicle.

If you are looking for cambelt repair or cambelt replacement, WhoCanFixMyCar is the best place to find cambelt change cost online.

Cambelt change is a relatively simple repair and cambelt replacement price should generally be close the the national average as shown at the top of this page.

However, it is impossible to predict cambelt replacement cost as each car is different, as is the extent of damage.



How much to change timing belt?


(A timing belt is another word for a cambelt)

The cost to change a timing belt should not vary from the cost to change a cambelt as they are literally the same thing.

So if you want to know how much to change a timing belt, you can use the form at the top of this page to get a quote for a new timing belt.

If you want to replace timing belt and want to find out the timing belt change cost from local garages, make sure to use WhoCanFixMyCar.

Timing belt replacement cost will vary from one car to another however timing belt replacement should not be the most expensive repair.

Remember, if you want to replace timing belt yourself, don't! Trying to carry out a repair yourself is incredibly dangerous!

Replace timing belt cost will only spiral out of control if you attempt it yourself and then take it to a garage for timing belt change.

The last thing you want is timing belt change cost to increase!



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Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy which is why we have simplified the process.

We work with a network of over 10,000 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive Cambelt repair deals for you.

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  1. Enter your car registration number
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  3. We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in your area
  4. You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best Cambelt deal in your area, before booking the Cambelt Replacement or Repair online.
  5. For more information on the cost of Cambelt Repair, read our dedicated blog post.
Gary from Complete Mechanics speaks to us about Cambelts