Phil's Quality Automotive
7590 Commerce St, Corcoran, MN 55340 763.420.2059

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(Timing Belt)

You may have heard about an important part of your vehicle's engine called a timing belt, and many know that if that belt breaks, it can cause some very serious engine problems.   Not all vehicle...
Published on: Jan 12, 2025

Timing is Everything (Timing Cover Replacement)

There’s an important part in your vehicle that shields your timing belt, timing chain or cam belt from the debris and gunk that can be kicked up from the road.  It’s called the timing...
Published on: Nov 17, 2024

Timing Belt

Let’s address a very important maintenance item – timing belt replacement.  It’s important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage. Your timing ...
Published on: Jan 21, 2024

Simple Answers from Phil's Quality Automotive for Corcoran: Timing Belt Replacement

Question My friend had a broken timing belt and it was very expensive to repair his engine.  What can I do to avoid a broken timing belt? Answer Well, a broken timing belt can lead to one of t...
Published on: Oct 11, 2023

Timing Chain

All engines have either a timing belt or a timing chain to synchronize the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves.  This keeps the engine running smoothly and efficiently.  If ...
Published on: Feb 14, 2022

Simple Answers from Phil's Quality Automotive for Corcoran: Timing Belt Replacement

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question: My friend had a broken timing belt and it was very expensive to repair his engine.  What can I do to avoid a broken timing belt? Phil's Quality Automotive Answer:...
Published on: Dec 20, 2021

Timing Chain

As your engine runs, the intake valves need to open to allow air into the engine.  They remain closed while the air and fuel are compressed and ignited, powering the piston.  Then the exhaus...
Published on: Sep 17, 2021

Timing Belt

Let's address a very important maintenance item for everyone in Corcoran MN – timing belt replacement. It's important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage.Your...
Published on: May 08, 2021