Auto Tech Automotive Inc
22008 Saint Rose Road, Highland, IL 62249 618.654.4151

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Timing Chain

As your engine runs, the intake valves need to open to allow air into the engine.  They remain closed while the air and fuel are compressed and ignited, powering the piston.  Then the exhaus...
Published on: Nov 05, 2022

Simple Answers from Auto Tech Automotive Inc for Highland: 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: Dec 20, 2021

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: Aug 25, 2020

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: Apr 26, 2020

Timing Belt

Let's address a very important maintenance item for everyone in Highland Illinois – timing belt replacement. It's important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damag...
Published on: Sep 04, 2017

Simple Answers from Auto Tech Automotive Inc for Highland: 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? Auto Tech Automotive Inc Answer: ...
Published on: Sep 17, 2016

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: Aug 27, 2016