We are seeing a lot of Vauxhall Insignia vehicles come to the garage needing their timing chain replaced. For whatever reason that is we are unsure, but it doesn’t really matter to us other than if you need the timing chain replaced, we can do just that for you. Here is a Vauxhall Insignia on the ramp with the engine being refitted after having the timing chain replaced.

What causes a timing chain to fail?

There are many reason why a timing chain could fail or will need replacing. We will give you some of the most obvious symptoms you could be experiencing when a timing chain could be about to fail, these are:

– The timing chain has worn over time. Normally when you have driven a certain number of miles when out on the road the timing chain will need to be replaced because of wear and tear.

– The build-up of carbon within the engine can cause the timing chain to erode.

– Contaminated oil can also cause a timing chain to fail. If the oil accumulates carbon or metal fragments its effectiveness for keeping engine components like the timing chain properly lubricated becomes compromised.

Engine service work is the backbone of our award-winning independent garage. If you think you have a timing chain problem, get in touch and lets diagnose the fault and get to the bottom of it.

Contact us

We are an award-winning independent garage with twenty plus years of experience in the vehicle service trade. If you are experiencing problems with your engine, then we can diagnose and fix the fault for you. Just get in touch with us and book your vehicle in. We offer a fast and reliable service time priced at competitive rates. Use the contact form below to get in touch we are happy to help.

A1-Diagnostics and ECU Repairs
64 Sloper Road
Leckwith,
Cardiff
CF11 8AB

Tel: (029 20) 220380
Fax: (029 20) 223172

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Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 6:00pm

Email: info@a1-diagnostics.com