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That’s why highly rated auto mechanics recommend replacing it every 60,000 to 105,000 miles based on the vehicle’s factory recommended maintenance schedule, your individual driving habits and conditions as well as time before the belt breaks or has a catastrophic failure.
At what mileage do you change timing belt?
Timing belt replacement is generally recommended every 60,000 to more than 100,000 miles, depending on the vehicle manufacturer. Check ChiltonDIY’s maintenance schedules or the owner’s manual to determine the recommended service interval for your vehicle.
Can a timing belt last 200 000 miles?
Of course the timing belt itself has to be replaced at, whichever comes first, the time or the mileage in the owner’s manual. There’s no way that these various components are going to last through two timing belts – they’re not going to last for 200,000 miles in most cases.
How much does it cost to replace your timing belt?
The average cost to replace a timing belt will be anywhere from $300 to $500 in total (more for larger cars, trucks, and SUVs). The timing belt itself will usually only cost less than $50 but the majority of a timing belt job is spent on labor. The cost of the labor will be anywhere from $250 to $450 or more.
Which is better timing belt or chain?
Most automakers recommend replacing the timing belt every 60,000 to 105,000 miles. Timing chains are heavier and more complex than timing belts, but they also last much longer. Really, unless there’s a problem, timing chains don’t have a replacement interval.
Will a timing belt last 10 years?
Depending on what schedule you may read, including information distributed by the manufacturers themselves, the average life span of a timing belt is between 60,000 and 105,000 miles or after 7 to 10 years regardless of mileage.
What happens if I don’t change my timing belt?
Because the timing belt is made of rubber, it will wear down over time and eventually break. If you don’t replace the timing belt at the recommended time, you could end up with total engine failure, broken or bent valves, cylinder head or camshaft damage, and piston and cylinder wall damage.
How do I check my timing belt?
Look for any contaminants that could eat away at the belt or cause it to slip. Also, look for cracks in the belt. If the belt has many cracks in it, this can indicate that the belt is old or has dried out. Next, inspect the underside of the belt and verify that all the teeth are in good condition.
What happens if your timing belt breaks while driving?
If a timing belt breaks while driving in an interference engine, the camshaft stops turning leaving some of the engine valves in the open position. This may result in a heavy damage to the engine with broken or bent valves, damaged pistons and, possibly, destroyed cylinder head and block.
Can a timing belt destroy an engine?
As your vehicle gets older and accumulates miles, its timing belt wears out and becomes compromised. While timing belt replacement is a simple service to perform, if a worn out timing belt snaps, it can seriously damage your engine and cost you thousands.
Can I replace timing belt myself?
But if you are and you enjoy doing your own repairs or restorations then it’s something you can do yourself, and save on some big repair bills in the process. We’ll walk you through the process of replacing a timing belt and water pump step by step, starting with the tools you’ll need.
Do timing belts break often?
The belt runs on a pulley from the crankshaft to the camshaft. Although timing belts are critical, it is not true that they should be regularly replaced unless explicitly recommended in the owner’s manual. Many timing belts can go more than 100,000 miles without failing.
What causes the timing belt to go bad?
Misalignment is one of the main causes of timing belt drive failure. Excessive or uneven tooth wear, belt tracking and tensile failure can all be attributed to misalignment. By checking and aligning your shafts and timing pulleys you can increase the life of your timing belts and save yourself lots of downtime.
Can timing belt affect acceleration?
Increase in Horse Power. Taking your vehicle to a timing belt replacement shop and changing the timing belt as scheduled will benefit you in many ways. The fist and the most important one is that having this piece in great condition will increase acceleration and horse power when you hit the gas pedal.
What cars dont have timing belts?
What cars have timing chains instead of belts? Most BMWs. Most Mercedes. All Cadillacs. Alfa Romeo 159. Chevrolet Corvette. Dacia Duster, Sandero, Sandero Stepway. Honda Jazz. Mazda with Skyactiv-G engine.
Do timing chains last forever?
A: As a general rule, if an engine has a timing chain and the oil was changed on a regular basis, the timing chain should last the lifetime of the engine.
Will a broken timing chain destroy my engine?
A broken timing chain will cause an engine to not start or fail while driving. The valves themselves will bend and potentially ruin the engine. If the belt is jumping because it’s gotten loose, it can also flail around and damage other parts of the engine.
