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511 PAISANO ST NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87123 | 505.298.4996

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Timing Chain

As your engine runs, the intake valves need to open up to allow air into the engine. They remain closed while the air and fuel is compressed and ignited, powering the piston. Then the exhaust valves o...
Published on: Nov 23, 2025

Simple Answers from Advantage Automotive for ALBUQUERQUE: 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? Advantage Automotive Answer: Wel...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025

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: Apr 06, 2024

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: Nov 26, 2023

Simple Answers from Advantage Automotive for ALBUQUERQUE: 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: Apr 07, 2021

Timing Belt

Let's address a very important maintenance item for everyone in ALBUQUERQUE NM – timing belt replacement. It's important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage.Y...
Published on: Jun 30, 2019

Timing Chain

As your engine runs, the intake valves need to open up to allow air into the engine. They remain closed while the air and fuel is compressed and ignited, powering the piston. Then the exhaust valves o...
Published on: May 22, 2019