Camshaft Service Video

A ticking noise from the top of the engine or a rough idle that keeps coming back should be checked. The camshaft helps open and close the intake and exhaust valves at the right time. When valve timing is off, the engine may feel weak, rough, or slow.

A worn camshaft can cause ticking from the top of the engine, rough idle, power loss, poor fuel use, and trouble with valve timing. When oil is cold and thick, it can move more slowly for the first few seconds. That can leave cam lobes and lifters with less protection until the engine warms up.

Ohio winters can be hard on engines at startup. Long miles on I-70, US-40, and Route 68 can also make small engine wear more noticeable. This matters for high-mileage cars, work trucks, family SUVs, and European vehicles around Clark County.

At Zima Automotive, we do not guess at deep engine repairs. We inspect the oil condition, listen for top-end noise, check engine codes, and examine lifters, timing components, and related parts before we recommend internal work. Our digital inspection can help show what we find.

Drivers from Urbana and Mechanicsburg may visit our Springfield shop when a small tick gets louder, or the idle feels worse. Camshaft repair can be detailed, so it is important to confirm the real cause first.

If your engine is ticking, misfiring, or losing power, call Zima Automotive at (937) 342-3911. You can schedule our engine diagnostics service so the team can find the real cause before repairs begin. For local help, work with a trusted mechanic in Springfield today.