The timing belt is one of the constituents of the most capital of a car. However, on the assumption that one does not necessarily pay attention to it, the breakage of a belt can damage very important engine malfunctions. Everyone has already heard that it is necessary to change this timing belt, on the Volvo 122 but also on any style of car. To fully understand the subject, it is necessary to go around the question of the timing belt: what it is used for, for what purpose to change it, when to change it, and finally how to change it. Here is our special article timing belt!
What is the purpose of a timing belt on a Volvo 122?
To understand the function of the belt in your Volvo 122, it is necessary to understand what a distribution. In fact, distribution is the totality of mechanical components that governs the admission phase (the valves) of the air-fuel mixture and exhaust. The timing belt is a toothed belt, prompted by crankshaft pinion, which subsequently incites the pulley camshaft. Depending on the car styles, the latter may also drive the pulley of the injection pump and the pulley of the water pump in most of the mechanics. Basically, it is the timing belt that gives the possibility to turn the pistons and multiple parts of the engine so synchronized.
Why change the timing belt on a Volvo 122?
Because of its material in caoutchouc, the distribution belt will deteriorate over time. If you drive badly, the belt will become much less malleable and less resistant. This characteristic is more and more important if you are driving in town, with frequent starts. If the opposite happens that you drive little, the belt may deform by remaining day and night in an identical posture. If this strap comes loose or comes loose, it will cause engine stop immediate. Also, with the contraction, all of this could damage several parts of the engine block. It is therefore important to pay attention to it. We will suddenly see when it is essential to change it.
When to change the timing belt on a Volvo 122?
The problem with the belt is that it has no wear indicator. It is not easy to assess its wear, especially since it happens to be hardly accessible within the engine. The best way to avoid engine block breakage is to follow the manufacturer's instructions. However, it is often useful to trust the mechanics. It is regularly recommended to change them every 100 000 kilometers, or every 5 years. Several causes, such as leakage of coolant or oil, can damage the belt more quickly.
How to change the timing belt on a Volvo 122?
Replacing the timing belt on a Volvo 122 is not easy. Certainly, it is a fundamental part of the engine block, in fact when it is not properly executed, it will inevitably create major damage to the engine block. Such an action is therefore not recommended without the company of a garage owner. In order to change the timing belt, you must first obtain the distribution kit whole. Here are the phases to be observed in order to be able to replace this belt:
- Make sure to loosen the tensioner pulley so that the belt is relaxed.
- Remove the timing belt.
- Disassemble all the roller rollers and the water pump.
- Secure the new water pump in place
- Place the rollers in their respective locations
- Add the timing belt in place following the marks
- Tension the belt respecting the recommended tension thanks to a tensiometer
- Rotate the engine block manually, which is equivalent to 4 city turns
Conclusion
It is therefore important to understand several points before starting any repairs. The belt is a basic element of the vehicle, it is the latter which allows to synchronize some parts. Its inevitable wear makes it necessary to change it quite often. If you let it wait too long, it can permanently damage the vehicle. Finally, it is important to have very good mechanical skills to be able to start these tasks. Done, the key is now in your pocket. Good road !