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What is included in a timing belt change?
What other services are included in my timing belt replacement?
- Water pump replacement. We replace your water pump at the same time as your timing belt.
- Idler Pulleys, Tensioners, Drive Belts, Crankshaft, and Camshaft Services. These parts of your engine will be checked and replaced.
- Fresh coolant.
What should be replaced with timing chain?
Timing chain replacement: when it’s necessary?
- The timing chain is a component of the car engine that synchronises the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft in the engine’s lower and higher portions.
- Unless there is a specific fault, the timing chain should be replaced between 80,000 and 120,000 miles.
Do you need to replace the tensioner when replacing timing belt?
When the timing belt is replaced, other parts, including the tensioner, should be replaced at the same time. This is because these components wear out at essentially the same rate as the belt. For instance, the tensioner bearings could dry out or even seize.
Does timing belt affect gear change?
As your timing belt wears, these teeth will become deteriorated, meaning that at higher RPM it will have trouble gripping the gears.
How much should a timing belt replacement cost?
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.
Do timing belts stretch?
Timing belts keep the valves, pistons, and other internal engine parts properly synchronized. The good news about timing belts is that they have very minimal stretch over their life, which means there is no need for periodic adjustments. The bad news is that they eventually will weaken and break.
How much does it cost to change a timing belt?
A typical timing belt will only cost between $25 and $50 , but the repair takes at least a few hours. The labor cost to replace a timing belt can range from $200 – $900 .
How long does it take to change a timing belt?
Replacing a timing belt can take as little as two hours and as much as six hours, depending on the skill of the mechanic, the make of the vehicle and any additional existing problems.
When should you get a timing belt change?
The Function of a Timing Belt. The camshaft operates the valves in your engine to let in and out air and gas.
How often should you replace your timing belt?
Many car owners may wonder how often to replace a timing belt. The old rule was every 60,000 miles. As technology has improved, many manufacturers recommend intervals up to 100,000 miles. To be safe you should check what the vehicle’s manufacturer recommends and stay within that mileage.