timing chain / cambelt

[morg_monster]

Is a cam belt/chain the same as a timing belt/chain?
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[Clanad]

In the U.S. they would be the same...

[KebabMeister]

Basically, yes.

[grahamharvey]

Both do the same job i.e. they rotate the camshaft at half the revolutions of the crankshaft. However the important distinction is that  cam chain has a long life expectancy and wear & stretch will become obvious with increased noise coming from the chain. Cam bekts being of a rubber compound have a finite life span - normally around 50,000 - 70,000 miles and must be replaced according to the manufacturers schedule. Failure to replace will result in a broken cam belt and catastrophic engine damage. Be warned !!

[morg_monster]

thanks. I think I have a chain rather than a belt but will check.

someone told me to be aware that i need to get the timing (chain/belt) changed at about 60,000 m and then someone else told me i need to get the cam (chain/belt) changed . just wanted to check that I will only have one or the other, not both!
Thanks againfor your help.

[ntl_marc]

if its a cambelt...FIND OUT THE SERVICE INTERVAL FOR IT!!!! by contacting the manfacturer. Failure to replace it will very often be very costly!!!