1352137011 Toyota GEAR OR SPROCKET, CRANKSHAFT TIMING, Price: 8.31$, Weight: 0.059kg

Crankshaft Timing Gear: The Heartbeat of Your Engine

In the complex symphony of car engine components, the crankshaft timing gear, or sprocket, plays a pivotal role. This gear ensures that the camshaft and crankshaft are in perfect harmony, thus allowing engine valves to open and close at the right times in relation to piston movement. Without this precise timing, engine performance would notably suffer.

Why You Need a Crankshaft Timing Gear

The timing gear is crucial for maintaining the synchronization between the rotation of the crankshaft and the camshaft. By doing so, it ensures optimal engine performance, fuel efficiency, and emissions control. A properly functioning timing gear provides a smooth driving experience and prolongs engine life.

How It Works

The crankshaft timing gear is part of a timing system that controls the opening and closing of engine valves. It connects to the camshaft gear via a timing chain or belt. As the crankshaft rotates, the gear turns the camshaft, maintaining the engine cycle's required timing sequence.

Consequences of a Broken Timing Gear

If the crankshaft timing gear fails, the timing between the camshaft and crankshaft can become erratic. This can lead to a myriad of engine issues, including misfiring, reduced power, increased fuel consumption, and even catastrophic engine damage if valves hit pistons. Early diagnostics and replacement are key to avoiding high repair costs.

Compatible Car Models:

• Auris
• Auris/Corolla Hb
• Auris/Hybrid
• Avensis
• C-Hr
• Corolla
• Corolla (S.africa)
• Corolla Axio/Fielder
• Corolla Cross
• Corolla Rumion
• Corolla Sed
• Corolla Sport
• Corolla/Altis
• Corolla/Auris
• Corolla/Touring
• Isis
• Levin/Hybrid
• Noah/Voxy
• Noah/Voxy/Esquire
• Premio/Allion
• Prius
• Prius +/V/A(Alpha)
• Prius A(Alpha)
• Prius Phv
• Prius Prime(Phv)
• Prius V
• Prius(Plug-In Hbd)
• Scion Im/Im
• Sienta
• Verso
• Vitz Grmn
• Wish
• Yaris Grmn