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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 Hunslet (137 found)
Formula One Autocentres - Leeds
546 Jobs Completed
Leeds
3.9 / 5

Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

K & F Car & commercial Ltd
9 Jobs Completed
Leeds
5.0 / 5

K & F Car & commercial is a brand new business formed in December 2023, we have over a decade of experience in repairs & servicing vehicles from 40 tonne comm

Stroud's Auto Repairs Ltd
298 Jobs Completed
Leeds
5.0 / 5

We're based in Morley, Leeds West Yorkshire. We're also mobile 2 days a week, that being Tuesday's and Wednesday's. We will be closed between 6th may until 28th May 20

Parkside Garage Leeds Ltd
1299 Jobs Completed
Leeds
4.8 / 5

Parkside Garage is a fully equipped garage and Mot Station for Cars Vans Motorbikes and Scooters , we are also carry out all Major Garage Repairs . We also carry out S

Brooklands Service Centre
2541 Jobs Completed
Leeds
4.7 / 5

Brooklands have been here for 25 years. We are proud in everything we do and carry everything out to a high spec. Brooklands technicians carry over 15 years of experienc

Whites Garage LTD Carbon Clean Center Leeds
1064 Jobs Completed
Leeds
4.6 / 5

Collection and drop off service is within 5 mile radius of the garage. This is a limited daily availability so please call ahead to book. Our mechanics have been in th

Easy Garage Services
163 Jobs Completed
Leeds
4.9 / 5

Who are we & what do we do? Starting as an independent garage with one lift, we began to build up our customer base and our first contract to repair and maintain a

Moor Lane Motors Ltd
139 Jobs Completed
leeds
4.8 / 5

Here at Moor Lane Motor's, our customers requirements are our utmost priority. We have a great team from highly trained technicians to MOT testers that are able to delive

GFmotorsport
17 Jobs Completed
Leeds
5.0 / 5

Global Autocare Limited
124 Jobs Completed
Leeds
5.0 / 5

'Trusted by the UK's largest fleets and now open to all' Our Bosch trained technicians service all makes and models of car and van using the latest diagnostic equipmen

KNM Motors Ltd.
127 Jobs Completed
Leeds
3.0 / 5

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JS DIAGNOSTICS AND REPAIR ltd
19 Jobs Completed
WAKEFIELD
5.0 / 5

We are a local business that has been running since July 2022, we are hoping to expand with time to come. Our mechanics are level 2 qualified. We are fully insured and VA

Saftey Recoveries & Servicing
54 Jobs Completed
leeds
4.6 / 5

Trust and reliability are the heart of our service. We pride ourselves on giving our customers peace of mind by grounding our work in honesty to create a welcoming enviro

Auto Performance Centre Ltd
37 Jobs Completed
Leeds
5.0 / 5

Auto Performance Centre Ltd in Leeds was established in 2016 to provide customers with an efficient, cost-effective alternative to main dealers for servicing, repairs and

DPS Autocare
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We are a very friendly, very reliable, very experienced garage with competitive prices the latest software for any make and model. We under take the biggest to the smalle

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Book in for Cambelt Change in Hunslet
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 Hunslet bookings

4.77

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