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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 Leigh (37 found)
P & T Motors
452 Jobs Completed
Leigh
4.8 / 5

Bringing family values to our business ethics is vitally important to us. Our reputation is critical to our success, so we can continue offering our customers the best s

Formula One Autocentres - Tyldesley
345 Jobs Completed
Manchester
3.1 / 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

N Burke Diagnostic
12 Jobs Completed
Hindley, Wigan
5.0 / 5

Welcome to N Burke Diagnostic, a new kind of mobile automotive diagnostics & repair service where we come to you and diagnose your vehicle on-site. If you want the p

Indy Motors Pitstop
8 Job Completed
Boldon
5.0 / 5

Full Throttle Autos
239 Jobs Completed
Wigan
4.9 / 5

We are a mobile vehicle service and repair business from Wigan, working all around the local area. We offer an excellent, reliable and dependable service with excellen

Critchley Car & Commecials Ltd
181 Jobs Completed
Worsley
4.0 / 5

Here at Critchley car and commercials Ltd we are a family run independent garage based in Worsley, Lancashire established in the year 2000. Our three highly trained techn

Warrington Truck Van LTD
2 Jobs Completed
warrington
4.5 / 5

Warrington Truck Van LTD Specialise in all HGV, Light Commercial & HGV Repairs. Dealer Level Diagnostics Tachograph Calibration Roller Brake Testing MOT Class

Formula One Autocentres - Astley
117 Jobs Completed
Astley
3.4 / 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

John Trumble Motor Engineers
Member since 03 April 2018
Atherton

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

MK Automotive Services
Member since 16 January 2018
Warrington

MK Automotive Services is an independent VAG group specialist based in Warrington. Our company has been established since 1980, and we have built up a fantastic local re

Victoria Garage (Leigh, Lancs) Ltd
Member since 10 September 2015
Leigh

Welcome to Victoria Garage Ford - Victoria Garage is a family owned business which has been serving the local community in Leigh and its surrounding districts since 1937.

S.A.S Automotive
Member since 10 December 2019
Leigh

We specialise in: - MOT's - Servicing - Diagnostics - Auto-electrical work - DPF - ECU's - Clutches - Brakes - Engines - Gearboxes - Batteries - Windscre

AJAutomotive
Member since 28 September 2018
Wigan

Mobile mechanic based in wigan

CMW autos
Member since 06 July 2019
Manchester

Based in Manchester, I have 16 years experience in the trade I can undertake all types of diagnostics and repairs on vans and cars

Buckey Motors
Member since 26 March 2019
atherton

Hi, Welcome to Buckley Motors here to help you ever Step of the Way for your Motoring needs

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Book in for Cambelt Change in Leigh
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 Leigh bookings

5.00

16 reviews

How much does Cambelt Change cost in Leigh?

The cost of servicing, MOT and repairs differ across the country and Cambelt Change 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 Leigh for Cambelt Change on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


Cambelt Change Cost by Car Make in Leigh
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Ford£587.50

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 29/12/2023 and 28/03/2024.

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!



Get Your Cambelt Repaired or Replaced with WhoCanFixMyCar

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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  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