Cambelts
Cambelt replacement in Milton Keynes
Cambelts replaced at the interval your car's maker sets, in our workshop on Sinclair Court, Bletchley.
4.7 from 30 Google reviewsWe replace cambelts, also called timing belts, on cars and vans at our Bletchley workshop. A cambelt that snaps can wreck an engine, so it's one job worth doing on time. Tell us the make, model and mileage and we'll quote for the belt, the tensioners and the water pump where the belt drives it.
- Cambelt and tensioners
- Water pumps
- Cars and vans, all makes
- Petrol and diesel
- 12-month labour guarantee
When to change your cambelt
Your car's maker sets the interval in miles and years, and it's due at whichever comes first.
- Mileage
- Often somewhere between 40,000 and 100,000 miles
- Age
- Often every 4 years or more, even if the car does few miles
- Your handbook
- The service book gives the exact interval for your engine
- Not sure?
- Call us with the registration and mileage and we'll check
How a cambelt change works
- 1
Tell us about the car
Call, send a WhatsApp or use the quote form. The make, model, engine and mileage are what we need to quote.
- 2
We quote
We tell you what the job includes, such as the belt, tensioners and water pump, and what it will cost.
- 3
We fit it
Book the car in, we replace the belt and let you know when it's ready.
What happens if a cambelt snaps
The cambelt keeps the engine's valves and pistons in time with each other. On many engines, if the belt snaps, the pistons hit the valves. The AA warns this can cause serious engine damage, and the engine can stop suddenly while you're driving.
Warning signs
Many cambelts give no warning before they fail, which is why the interval matters. Signs the AA and RAC list include a rubbing or ticking noise from the belt cover, misfires, rough idling, loss of power and difficulty starting. If you hear a rubbing noise from the front of the engine, switch it off and call us on 01908 371693.
The water pump
On many cars the cambelt also drives the water pump, and on some the belt has to come off to reach the pump. That's why the two are often replaced together. We'll tell you whether your car needs it and include it in the quote.
Belt or chain
Not every engine has a cambelt. Some use a metal timing chain inside the engine instead, and the AA notes that most BMW and Mercedes engines use chains. If you're not sure which your car has, ask us.
Our guarantee
Our labour is guaranteed for 12 months. Parts carry the manufacturer's own warranty, which varies from part to part.
Questions about cambelts
More answers on our FAQ page.
How often should a cambelt be changed?
Your car's maker sets the interval in miles and years. The AA says it's often somewhere between 40,000 and 100,000 miles, or every 4 years or more. Check your handbook, or call us with the registration and mileage.
What happens if a cambelt snaps?
On many engines the pistons hit the valves, which can cause serious engine damage. That's why it's worth changing the belt on time.
Should the water pump be changed at the same time?
On many cars the cambelt drives the water pump, and the belt has to come off to reach it, so the two are often replaced together. We'll tell you if your car needs it.
Does my car have a cambelt or a timing chain?
It depends on the engine. Some use a metal timing chain instead of a belt. Tell us the make, model and engine and we'll let you know.
How do I know when my cambelt was last changed?
Check the service history and any receipts that came with the car. If there's no record, it's safest to treat it as due.
Get a quote
Get a quote for a cambelt change
Tell us about your car and what it needs. Martin will get back to you with a quote.
Send Us a Message
Contact Details
- 01908 371693
- 07843 699463 (WhatsApp)
- mhautoservices@aol.com
- 2-3 Sinclair Court, Denbigh West Industrial Estate, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK1 1RB
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
- Monday to Friday
- 8am to 6pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed