2. Preventing Engine Damage A timing belt failure can lead to catastrophic engine damage. In a non-interference engine, a broken timing belt may result in the engine simply stalling. However, in an interference engine, which many Daewoo models feature, the pistons and valves occupy the same space. If the timing belt fails, this can lead to severe damage where the pistons crash into open valves, often necessitating a costly engine rebuild or replacement.
