Timing Belt Replacement is critical on many of today's engines, due to the fact that if the timing belt actually fails it usually means severe engine damage occurring immediately as a result. To avoid engine damage car manufacturers have a maintenance schedule that is usaully based off mileage of the car.
Some models recommend timing belt service at every 60,000, 100,000 or 120,000 mile intervals every model is different. I also would recommend that you change the timing belt on any car that you may not know the complete history of ....such as a recently purchased used car. Don't take any chances....its hard to determine if the belt has been changed or not.
Proper timing belt service can be somewhat costly. A thorough timing belt service with all recommend parts replaced such as belts, belt tensioners, various pulleys & water pumps can range anywhere from $500-$700. I understand that for some people that's alot of money to spend on a car that's not actually broke at the time. But the gamble is not worth it simply because the damage that a failed timing belt will cause will easily cost you $1500-$2000.
The good thing about this service requirement is that it can be planned and budgeted for...but make sure it gets done! You may also notice it is customary to change out the water pump during the timing belt service, mainly because the water pump takes about a extra half hour to change and is more as a preventive maintenance item. Timing belt replacement usually takes several hours to perform, so any item that has a potential of wearing out gets replaced while we're in there.
Dr. Phil's can perform factory scheduled timing belt service at your home or office. Call now to schedule your service & get a quote.
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