Northwest Automotive LLC
1735 Spruce St, DEFIANCE, OH 43512 419.782.7827

Engine and Exhaust

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Timing is Everything (Timing Cover Replacement)

There’s an important part in your vehicle that shields your timing belt, timing chain or cam belt from the debris and gunk that can be kicked up from the road.  It’s called the timing...
Published on: Oct 13, 2024

Timing Chain

All engines have either a timing belt or a timing chain to synchronize the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves.  This keeps the engine running smoothly and efficiently.  If ...
Published on: Oct 07, 2023

Timing Chain

As your engine runs, the intake valves need to open up to allow air into the engine. They remain closed while the air and fuel is compressed and ignited, powering the piston. Then the exhaust valves o...
Published on: Feb 12, 2023

Simple Answers from Northwest Automotive LLC for DEFIANCE: Timing Belt Replacement

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question: My friend had a broken timing belt and it was very expensive to repair his engine.  What can I do to avoid a broken timing belt? Northwest Automotive LLC Answer: ...
Published on: May 12, 2022

Simple Answers from Northwest Automotive LLC for DEFIANCE: Timing Belt Replacement

Question My friend had a broken timing belt and it was very expensive to repair his engine.  What can I do to avoid a broken timing belt? Answer Well, a broken timing belt can lead to one of t...
Published on: Nov 08, 2021

Timing Belt

Let's address a very important maintenance item for everyone in DEFIANCE OH – timing belt replacement. It's important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage.Your...
Published on: Aug 02, 2017

Timing Chain

As your engine runs, the intake valves need to open up to allow air into the engine. They remain closed while the air and fuel is compressed and ignited, powering the piston. Then the exhaust valves o...
Published on: Mar 05, 2016