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Cambelts are also called camshaft belts, timing belts or timing chains.

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Top Mechanics For Cambelt Change, Repair & Replacements in Leeds

73 Reviews

Garage in Leeds, 20 years of experience

Welcome to CB Autos! CB Autos provides mobile mechanic services throughout Leeds & West Yorkshire. We provide complete car diagnostics, M.O.Ts, full or interim car servicing, car suspension services and main...

23 Reviews

Garage in Leeds, 18 years of experience

self-employed mobile mechanic covering all aspects of motor vehicle repair and motorcycles. We are a mobile car clinic and expert in servicing and repair in all car makes and models. Mobile car clinic provid...

243 Reviews

Garage in Leeds, 20 years of experience

We are a local garage that offer everything from remapping, Servicing, repairs, maintenance, exhausts, clutches, brakes, welding, alloy wheel refurb, wheel recolours, MOT's and much more and also as well as ...

64 Reviews

Garage in Leeds, 12 years of experience

Moor Lane Motors is a family owned garage with years of experience in the motor trade. At Moor Lane motors we offer a range of services to our customers which includes; -Services & Repairs -MOTs -Brakes ...

49 Reviews

Garage in Leeds, 10 years of experience

German Automotives has been operating since 2015, and relocated to a new site in 2017. We operate a 3 bay workshop and 1 dedicated MOT bay for class 4 vehicles. We have a team of 3 mechanics who are all full...

121 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 15 years of experience

I began my career with Whitegate Motors in Padiham where I completed my apprenticeship. Whitegate has been a large part of my life for 12 years before setting-up my own mobile mechanic business in 2018 tradi...

1453 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 14 years of experience

I started my apprenticeship when I left school at the age of 15. I’ve been fully qualified for 11+ years with NVQ level 1, 2 and 3. I’ve been an MOT tester for 10 years. Here at Jamie’s mobile mechanic w...

44 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 45 years of experience

we carry out general repairs, service, mot repairs, timing belts and chains, diagnostics, tyres, towbars, clutches, and more

141 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 19 years of experience

Richard Street Garage situated on Leeds Road, Bradford, provides efficient, value-for-money servicing for all makes and models of cars and light vans in the Bradford, Shipley and Leeds area. We are also an M...

158 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 14 years of experience

I am a dealership trained technician with over 14 years experience, so it's like brining the dealership quality to your door step. I have knowledge of many different makes and models of vehicles through my d...

39 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 11 years of experience

I completed my apprenticeship at Porsche and spent 3 great years there before moving to a body-shop in Leeds for 2 years before deciding to move into teaching for a year and taught mechanical studies in Leed...

45 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 13 years of experience

Premier Car Solutions, is a new business formed in 2017 taking over from Orange Car Wash & Tyre Centre. We offer a 2 ramp workshop and 3 man fully qualified team. The business caters for all makes/models & r...

204 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 10 years of experience

we are a family run business specialising in complex diagnostics issues and emissions problems including dpf filters we also have a fully equipped workshop to carry out general repairs and maintenance we are...

15 Reviews

Garage serving Leeds, 25 years of experience

Gledhill Road Garage was first established over 50 years ago and we have built the business up mainly from local reputation and word of mouth recommendations. This is due to our high standard of workmanship...

27 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Leeds, 10 years of experience

I started off in mechanics by completing my apprenticeship with Vauxhall in Harrogate and in total spent 5 years there before moving to both Seat and Skoda dealerships in order to gain knowledge on other bra...

Frequently asked questions about cambelt change, repair & replacements in Leeds

Read our answers to questions about cambelt change costs, symptoms and more.

What does a timing belt (cambelt) replacement in Leeds involve?

  • Mechanic will remove or loosen the components required to gain access to the cover. This may also involve removing a wheel as well, so do not be alarmed!
  • Mechanic will then lock the camshafts and crankshaft in place with timing pins, before removing the old belt and associated guides and tensioner.
  • Mechanic will also drain the cooling system and remove the water pump if it is driven by the belt
  • Once a cleanup has been done, the mechanic will renew the components and finally fit the new belt.
  • Any components removed will be put back in place, the cooling system replenished and the engine started and tested.
  • The cooling system will then be bled of air and the vehicle road tested.

What are the signs of a bad timing belt?

Sadly in 99% of cases you will only know if there is an issue with the cambelt when it breaks! This can occur at any time, at any speed and usually at the most inconvenient time and place. This is why manufacturers give recommended replacement intervals, both in terms of age and mileage. It is preventative maintenance that should never be overlooked.

How long will a cambelt replacement take in Leeds?

On average, cambelt change times can range from 1.5 to over 5 hours with an average of 2.7 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.

When should you change your Cambelt?

Each manufacturer will give a recommended replacement interval for the timing belt on its vehicles. This information is usually available in the Owner Handbook, however if you do not have this in your possession, we are happy to advise accordingly.

If you have purchased a second hand vehicle and it has no timing belt change history, such as a garage invoice, then it is important to err on the side of caution and have it replaced as soon as possible,

Do I need to change the water pump when I change the timing belt?

On many engines, the water pump is driven by the belt as well. If this is the case, it is imperative to have it replaced at the same time. There are two reasons for this, firstly, the water pump is a pulley and bearing that forms part of the circuit the belt travels around and should it fail, then the belt will come off and that is the same as it breaking. Also, water pumps are prone to seizing, which again will break the belt.

The second reason is that should the water pump fail (and not damage the belt etc) and require replacing, then the timing belt would have to be renewed at the same time, so its best to have a new one fitted as a preventative course of maintenance.

Most mechanics will not carry out the work unless the pump is replaced in the situation as they know the consequences!

How do I know if my Cambelt is worn out?

You cannot generally check to see if a belt has been replaced recently or not as not only is access difficult, what you can see doesn’t give clear indication of its age.

Is a faulty cambelt an MOT failure?

No, a faulty cambelt should not lead to an MOT failure, the cambelt or timing belt is not checked as part of an MOT.

How much does it cost to replace the timing belt and the water pump together in Leeds?

On average, the cost for a cambelt or timing belt replacement is £300. A water pump replacement generally costs between £115 and £375.

What does a bad or worn out timing belt sound like?

You may hear a clicking or ticking sound coming from the engine. You may also constantly hear knocking or slapping noises if the timing belt tensioner is unfastened and the timing belt is no longer tensioned correctly. In the worst case scenario you may find that you can't start your car at all if the cambelt has come off or has broken.

Is the timing belt checked in the MOT test?

No, the timing belt is not checked during an MOT test which is why it's essential to get it replaced as per the manufacturer's recommendations. A worn out timing belt can snap and cause expensive damage to the engine.

Can Leeds garages offer home collection and delivery for cambelt change?

Yes, many garages in Leeds are able to offer collection and delivery for a cambelt change. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a cambelt change in Leeds.

Can Leeds mobile mechanics do cambelt change at my home or office?

Typically no, Leeds mobile mechanics cannot do a cambelt or timing belt change at your home or office, because the repair may need to be carried out on a ramp, and may need specialist equipment. Also, the time involved to carry out the work may make it more practical to carry out the work at a garage. However, if there are still some doubts as to what repair is needed, mobile mechanics may be able to carry out a diagnostic inspection at your home or office and then take the car to a garage to carry out the cambelt change.

How much does a cambelt change cost in Leeds?

The average cost of a cambelt change in Leeds varies between £303 and £394, depending on your car's make and model. See the averages for different makes below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price.

Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for a cambelt change, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.

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