Does the 2008 Toyota Camry have a timing belt or chain?

The 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a timing chain. Unlike a belt, the chain doesn't require routine maintenance and replacement, but that doesn't mean You'll never have to replace one. This part is made of links, which interact with the crankshaft and camshaft. It's purpose is to keep those two components synC-HRonized since they control intake and exhaust valves opening and closing every time a cylinder fires. If a chain breaks, it can cause serious damage to the engine. So, replacing a failing one before it gets to this point is definitely advised, but this is not a cheap service appointment, if the vehicle doesn't have a warranty. The average cost to replace a timing chain in a 2008 Toyota Camry is $980 to $1,220. Labor accounts for $930 to $1,174 of that amount, so this is a very labor-heavy task.