The timing belt is one of most important constituents of a car. However, in the event that one does not necessarily pay attention to it, the breakage of a belt could induce major engine malfunctions. Everyone has heard that it is important to change this timing belt, on the smart roadster as much as on any model of automobile. In order to fully understand the subject, we will go through the question about the timing belt: What is its role, why to change it, when to change it, and finally how to change it. So here is our specific article timing belt!
What is a timing belt for on a smart roadster?
In order to master the role of the belt of any smart roadster, it will be necessary to assimilate what a distribution. In fact, distribution is the entirety of the mechanical components that governs the admission phase (the valves) of the air-fuel mixture, But also exhaust. The timing belt is a toothed belt, prompted through crankshaft pinion, which subsequently prompts the pulley camshaft. Depending on the type of vehicle, it may also drive the pulley of the injection pump and the pulley of the water pump within most of the engines. Basically, it is the timing belt that gives the possibility to turn the pistons and other engine parts so synchronized.
Why change the timing belt on a smart roadster?
Because of its material made of caoutchouc, the distribution belt will deteriorate over time. If you drive a lot, the walking belt becomes much less malleable and less enduring. This phenomenon is all the more important if you live within the city walls, with frequent starts. Assuming that on the other hand you do not drive much, the belt could deform if it remains day and night in the same position. If ever this strap bursts or comes out of its location, it triggers a engine stop instantaneous. Also, with the voltage, it could deteriorate various parts of the engine block. It is therefore important to pay attention to it. We will suddenly understand when to change it.
When to change the timing belt on a smart roadster?
The problem with the belt is that it does not have a wear indicator. It is therefore complicated to assess its wear, especially since it happens to be hardly accessible in your engine. The best way not to create an engine breakage turns out to be to read the manufacturer's information. On the other hand, it is often wiser to trust the mechanics. It is generally recommended to change them every 100 000 kilometers, or every 5 years. Several situations, such as coolant or oil leaks, will damage the belt more quickly.
How to change the timing belt on a smart roadster?
Changing the timing belt on your smart roadster is no easy task. Indeed, it is an essential part of the engine, consequently when it is not properly accomplished, it will inevitably produce irreversible damage to the engine block. This manipulation is in fact not recommended without the presence of a garage owner. To change the timing belt, you must first buy the distribution kit full. We therefore suggest the phases to follow in order to change the famous belt:
- Make sure to loosen the tensioner pulley if you want to loosen the belt.
- Remove the timing belt.
- Remove all the rollers and the water pump.
- Install the new water pump
- Place the rollers in their original place
- Put the timing belt in place following the marks
- Tension the belt following the recommended tension using a blood pressure monitor
- Run the engine manually, which corresponds to 4 city revolutions
Conclusion
It is therefore important to master a few points before embarking on any work. The belt is a fundamental engine component, it is this one which will make it possible to synchronize some parts. Its natural degradation makes it important to change it very frequently. If ever you delay excessively, it could irrevocably damage the engine. And finally, it is still important to have excellent mechanical skills to engage in this kind of task. It's done, the key is now in your hands. Good road !