timing chain

noun

1. a chain for driving the camshaft of an internal-combustion engine from the crankshaft.

Example Sentences

He and Aaron replaced the cooling fan and installed a sway bar, timing chain and water pump.

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The only other major work he’s had done was getting a new timing chain installed at 750,000 miles, even though it didn’t need one, and replacing radiator and alternator.

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The timing chain in your Element is supposed to last the life of the vehicle.

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On your car, the timing chain doesn’t drive the water pump, but there is some duplication of labor.

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So why does the Honda dealer want to replace the timing chain and water pump on my 2010 Honda Element at 120,000 miles when there is nothing wrong with this vehicle?

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