Timing Chain Garages in Camden

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Top garages for Timing Chain in Camden (9 found)
M Tek | Mobile Mechanic | National | We come to you | At your home or place of work
2445 Jobs Completed
Westminster
4.9 / 5

M Tek is a well-established family business located in Windsor and Maidenhead, officially established in March 2020 amidst the Covid pandemic lockdown. While individuals

Kar Dok
284 Jobs Completed
London
2.7 / 5

We are an independent garage based in Swiss Cottage, London. We have been providing vehicle repair and maintenance services to the local area for over 15 years, so you ca

West Hampstead Motors Ltd
11 Jobs Completed
Gospel Oak
4.5 / 5

"Established in 1975. West Hampstead Motors Ltd. are expert in the servicing and repair of both classic and modern German vehicles. We specialise in Audi, BMW, Mercedes B

1ST (E3) SONS LTD
Member since 21 October 2024
London

Mot and all cars and van all models, servicing, clutches, suspensions, engine supplied and fitted any car or van head gaskets

Little and Pace Motors
Member since 06 April 2011
London

"With over 40 years of experience you know your car is going to be in good hands. Little and Pace Motors offers a full range of services, from full and interim services t

Fix Auto West Hampstead (A.B. Dyne)
Member since 09 September 2011
West Hampstead

"A.B. Dyne Fix Auto is an expert in car body repair and collision repair for all types of vehicles. Our body shop in West Hampstead guarantees your car body repairs for l

Timing Chain Garages in Camden

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How much does [serviceName] cost in [location]?

The cost of servicing, MOT and repairs differ across the country and [serviceName] is not any different. Labour rates will be higher or lower depending on where in the country you are. Take a look below at the average quote in [location] for [serviceName] on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


[serviceName] Cost by Car Make in [location]
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
BMW£1018.34
Vauxhall£795.61
Mercedes£1000.37
Audi£937.57
Ford£726.45
Volkswagen£710.13
Nissan£737.35
MINI£859.64
Peugeot£778.01
Renault£901.05
Toyota£663.48
Citroen£611.64

This table uses data from quotes provided on FixMyCar between 14/11/2024 and 12/02/2025.

Timing Chain Repair Prices

What is a Timing Chain?

A timing chain is metal chain which works in a similar fashion to a bike chain in its function. The timing chain runs inside a car engine and is responsible for moving connecting the crankshaft to the camshaft to create motion.

The timing chain, like almost every car part, is a vital part which need to be work at optimal capacity in order for a car to be driven properly.


What does a Timing Chain do?

The timing chain is specifically responsible for connecting the crankshaft and camshaft within the engine, which are in turn, responsible for opening and closing the engines valves.


How complex is a Timing Chain repair?

A timing chain needs to be replaced between 40,000 and 100,000 miles and problems are not uncommon, especially for cars with high mileages.

Like every part used to construct a car engine, the timing chain is subject to natural wear and tear which means, eventually, it will need to be replaced.

If your engine oil is low, this will speed up the process of degradation for the part as the build-up of heat and friction will damage the part.

Furthermore, there are a variety of parts which are responsible for keeping the timing chain in the correct position including the chain guider, chain tensioner and chain silencer, which are also liable to suffer from wear and tear.

If these parts are damage, the timing chain will invariably become unsafe as well.


What will happen if my Timing Chain breaks or is damaged?

If the timing chain in your car is damaged or broken, the engine may feel sluggish, be low on power and or completely unable to start. As the timing chain wears down over time it becomes longer as it is stretched. Once this process has taken place, the ignition and valve timing becomes troublesome.

There are also a few signs that other parts surrounding the timing chain are damaged. If you can hear rattling, whirring, whining or buzzing, there is a good chance that the timing chain guide or timing chain tensioner are broken and responsible for the offending noise.


What is involved in a timing chain repair?

The average price in the UK for a timing chain repair is listed at the top of this page though the cost of a repair will depend entirely on the extend of the damage, the age of the car and the model of the car as well.


What can I do to prevent timing chain problems?

Changing your engine oil regularly will give you the best chance of keeping the timing chain in the best health and using premium oil will improve the help even more. In a well maintained engine, a timing chain could last for up to 300,000 miles and above.

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