Your engine’s timing system coordinates the crankshaft and camshaft, ensuring that valves open and close at the exact right moment. Some engines use a timing belt, while others use a timing chain — both are critical to engine life.

Over time, belts dry out, stretch, or wear teeth, while chains can elongate or develop tensioner and guide wear. If the timing system slips or breaks, it can cause bent valves, piston damage, or complete engine failure.

That’s why manufacturers recommend replacement intervals — typically every 60,000–100,000 miles for belts, and inspection intervals for chains. Our team checks for:

• Noise, vibration, or rattle during startup
• Visible belt wear or oil contamination
• Fault codes for cam/crank correlation
• Metal debris or tensioner failure in chain systems

At The Garage MKG, we handle timing service with the precision your engine deserves. Using OEM-level tools and verified alignment procedures, we replace worn timing components with top-quality parts and document every step in your Complete Vehicle Health Report.

Our service includes:

• Timing belt or chain replacement
• New tensioners, pulleys, and guides
• Front engine seals and gaskets
• Water pump replacement (when driven by timing system)
• Timing calibration and verification with scan data

Every installation follows torque specs, factory patterns, and alignment marks — no shortcuts, no guesswork.

Proactive replacement is the best way to protect your engine investment. A properly serviced timing system ensures smooth operation, better fuel efficiency, and long-term reliability.

We’ll help you identify your vehicle’s exact service interval, inspect related systems like oil leaks or coolant contamination, and advise on the right time to replace your belt or chain. If you’ve recently purchased a used car and aren’t sure of its history, scheduling a timing inspection can prevent a costly failure later.

Whether your vehicle uses a timing belt or chain, our experienced technicians have the tools and expertise to handle it properly. Schedule timing service at The Garage MKG today by calling (231) 246-7735, visiting 1860 Henry St, Muskegon, MI, or booking online anytime.

We’ll confirm your engine’s timing integrity and perform service that keeps it running with the precision it was built for.