Ted's Auto Clinic Inc
7850 W ADDISON ST CHICAGO, Illinois 60634 | (773) 625-7360

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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: Feb 23, 2025

Simple Answers from Ted's Auto Clinic Inc for Chicago: 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? Ted's Auto Clinic Inc Answer: We...
Published on: Oct 06, 2024

Simple Answers from Ted's Auto Clinic Inc for Chicago: 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: Apr 09, 2023

Timing Belt

Let's address a very important maintenance item for everyone in Chicago Illinois – timing belt replacement. It's important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage...
Published on: Aug 24, 2021

Timing Belt

Let’s address a very important maintenance item – timing belt replacement.  It’s important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage. Your timing ...
Published on: May 30, 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: Feb 01, 2020

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: Mar 23, 2019