Saab Timing Belt is usually made of synthetic rubber and is responsible for turning the camshaft at the right speed in relation to the crankshaft. It is also known as the cam belt, and ensures that valves in the engine cylinders open at the correct time.
When Saab timing belts are replaced, correct belt tension is critical - too loose and the belt will whip, too tight and it will whine and put excess strain on the bearings of the cogs. In either case timingbelts life will be drastically shortened. It is absolutely essential to replace Saab timing belts at interval, as if the belt snaps whilst in motion, it can result in serious and irrevocable damage being done to the engine.To see what