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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 Seaham (87 found)
City Auto Solutions
1413 Jobs Completed
Sunderland
4.3 / 5

If you are looking for a garage that you know you can trust and rely on, look no further! We are a family run business who have been serving the Southwick area since we

MIA MV.LTD t/a SURE VEHICLE CENTRE
212 Jobs Completed
Sunderland
5.0 / 5

PJA Motors Ltd, Bosch Car Service
63 Jobs Completed
Quarrington Hill
5.0 / 5

PJA Motors LTD is a Bosch Car Service Centre Based in Quarrington Hill, County Durham, PJA Motors. provides a totally independent Vehicle Care, Repair and Maintenance

Quarry Service Station, Bosch Car Service
67 Jobs Completed
Houghton-le-Spring
4.0 / 5

Quarry Service Station is a family run business which has grown from strength to strength over the years, and is recognised by Bosch as a centre of excellence. Our invest

WMNE LIMITED
15 Jobs Completed
Sunderland
5.0 / 5

Slaters Motor Group
224 Jobs Completed
Sunderland
4.2 / 5

We are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6

Washington Auto Repair Centre
37 Jobs Completed
Washington
3.7 / 5

Finding a garage you trust can be difficult. It's easy to take your car in with a flat tyre and come out with a massive bill for brakes you never asked to be repaired. Yo

MotorFreakz
22 Jobs Completed
Sunderland
4.0 / 5

With over 14 years experience we have a vast amount of knowledge and experience in the motor trade industry. We are an independent garage that can provide you with dealer

Hylton Road MOT Centre
1 Job Completed
Sunderland
5.0 / 5

If you need a reliable MOT service that you know you can count on, then you know you have come to the right place. We understand that when you need a reliable garage,

Origin Automotive Ltd
35 Jobs Completed
Durham
4.4 / 5

Origin Automotive is a vehicle MOT service and repair centre based in Durham, England. If you have a problem with your vehicle or should it need its annual service or

Coast Road Vehicle Repairs
19 Jobs Completed
Horden, Peterlee
4.9 / 5

We are a reliable, friendly garage and mobile team of trained technicians. Our garage is based in Horden, near Peterlee. Mobile work is available upon request. We are spe

J J Transport
4 Jobs Completed
Houghton Le Spring
5.0 / 5

J J Transport are your local indepedent garage based in Hetton-Le-Hole. We are a fully-fledged garage offering our customer all mechanical repairs, servicing, classand 7

Complete Vehicle Maintenance - Newcastle
6 Job Completed
Washington
5.0 / 5

We carry out mobile vehicle servicing, MOT and repairs Nationwide. You will no longer have to take your vehicle to a static workshop as we come out to you at home or work

Mick Kendrick Independent Specialist
4 Job Completed
Sunderland
5.0 / 5

My name is Mick Kendrick and I am a BMW Senior Technician, having worked for a BMW main dealer for 13 years. I’ve been in the motor trade industry for almost 45 years no

Sunderland Tyre and Exhaust Centre
3 Jobs Completed
Sunderland
5.0 / 5

MOT's, Servicing, Brakes, Clutches, Cam Belts, ECU Remapping, Diagnostics, Tracking and Recoveries. All mechanical work undertaken. Why pay main dealer prices for you

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Book in for Cambelt Change in Seaham

Frequently asked questions

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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. 

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 Seaham bookings

4.83

6 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, FixMyCar 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 FixMyCar.

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.

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  5. For more information on the cost of Cambelt Repair, read our dedicated blog post.
Gary from Complete Mechanics speaks to us about Cambelts