1. Stop driving the vehicle immediately. Driving with a broken timing belt can cause serious engine damage.
2. Have the vehicle towed to a qualified mechanic. A mechanic will need to replace the timing belt and inspect the engine for any other damage that may have been caused by the broken belt.
3. Be prepared to pay for repairs. Replacing a timing belt is a major repair that can cost several hundred dollars.
4. Ask your mechanic about how to prevent this from happening again. There are some things you can do to help prevent your timing belt from breaking, such as changing it according to the manufacturer's recommended schedule and avoiding driving in harsh conditions.
Here is some additional information about what a timing belt is and what it does:
* A timing belt is a belt that connects the crankshaft to the camshaft.
* The crankshaft is the shaft that rotates when the engine is running.
* The camshaft is the shaft that controls the valves in the engine.
* The timing belt is responsible for ensuring that the valves open and close at the correct time in relation to the crankshaft.
* If the timing belt breaks, the valves can open or close at the wrong time, which can cause serious engine damage.
