Star Auto Service & AC

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221 Viking Ave, Brea, CA 92821

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Archive for February 2026

Automotive Tips from Star Auto Service & AC: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced

Posted February 1, 2026 1:50 AM

The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Brea drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.

Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more expensive maintenance services, but the cost at Star Auto Service & AC to correct an engine damaged by a broken timing belt is much, much more.

The timing belt has a tensioner to help maintain proper belt tension. The tensioner should be replaced along with the timing belt and any idler pulleys at the vehicle manufacturer’s specified service interval. Your Star Auto Service & AC service advisor can help you with the timing belt.

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Star Auto Service & AC
221 Viking Avenue
Brea, CA 92821
7146710784