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A camshaft tensioner serves a significant purpose within your Audi. It is responsible for keeping the belts tight and maintaining the proper tension during operation. This responsibility is centered around the timing belts and serpentine. Pressurized hydraulic oil sent from the engine allows the component to maintain tension and keep the belts running at optimal performance. However, this oil can leak or seep out of the camshaft tensioner, thus leading to potentially serious problems. In some instances, such leaks can cause catastrophic damage to your Audi’s engine.
The camshaft tensioner is vital to the operation of all vehicle makes and models. High-performance brands are certainly no exception. Your Audi could easily succumb to major engine damage if the tensioner is compromised, damaged, or malfunctions. It is a vitally important piece within the working mechanisms in your vehicle, and allows your car to perform at its absolute best.
Whether it’s time for regularly-scheduled maintenance or you suspect there may be a problem with the camshaft tensioner, you should consult an expert automotive shop that specializes in European automobile repairs.
As your car ages, the belts in the engine can show signs of normal wear and tear. However, when the camshaft tensioner suffers a leak, the oil can fall onto one of these belts, causing damage, deterioration, or fraying of the material. This can make them more susceptible to serious complications.
A loose serpentine or timing belt will often result in odd and unusual sounds. A consistent ticking, loud clicking, or persistent grinding can indicate that the tension of the belt is not being held as tight as needed. This too can be a result of an oil leak. In this scenario, the camshaft tensioner will fail to adequately maintain the belt’s proper operation.
If the belt or timing chain is snapped or broken, the car will fail to start when you engage the ignition. This malfunction will create combustion issues and make your Audi inoperable. It will make it more difficult and expensive to get your car to an automotive repair shop.
If there is improper tension in the belts or timing chain, you may notice unexpected and odd behavior from the engine. Commonly, this is experienced when powering during acceleration over 2000 RPM. This is normally one of the first signs that you may have leaking fluid from the camshaft tensioner.
The timing and serpentine belts affect other areas or components in your vehicle that may not be initially recognized as potential problems. These can include things like the battery power or even the air conditioning and heating system of your Audi.
Known as The Valley’s Import Specialists, our team at Euro Plus Automotive has been providing service to residents in the Canoga Park, Woodland Hills, San Fernando Valley, and Los Angeles County, CA areas for over 30 years. Our decades of experience allow us to offer the same dependable services as the dealership, but at half the cost to you.
As leaders in German automotive services, we understand the high standard of quality and performance that makes your Audi a truly unique automobile. We are committed to maintaining that level of 
superiority by offering an extensive list of services and repairs. In addition to dealing with camshaft tensioner issues, we offer factory engine and transmission maintenance, engine or brake repairs, tune-ups, and much more.
The staff at Euro Plus includes ASE-certified mechanics who use the latest in computer diagnostic and repair equipment. We are among only a handful of shops who have an ASE-certified service repair writer on staff as well. Our factory replacement parts are backed by our 2-year, 20,000-mile warranty, which also includes labor.
Your Audi has a reputation for unsurpassed quality, design, and engineering. We understand this reputation and possess the skills needed to make sure your car leaves our shop in like new condition. Trust expertise and experience to service your Audi. Call us today for an appointment.
Euro Plus Automotive specializes in maintenance, services, & repairs with certified technicians and cutting-edge tools & equipment for European vehicles including Audi, BMW, Mercedes, & more as well as Japanese cars like Honda, Nissan, Toyota, & more.
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