Timing belt inspection
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Timing belt inspection
Couple of questions on the 96 timing belt: What's the best way to inspect it, and is it usually obvious when it needs to be replaced? I mean, if it looks as new with no teeth missing or significant cracks, should one just leave it for another 20K miles and check again then?
My 225K miles has seen it changed at 70K and then again at 140K, so I've got 85K on it since the last change (which was at the dealer - though I am planning to do it myself this time).
Cheers,
Dean
My 225K miles has seen it changed at 70K and then again at 140K, so I've got 85K on it since the last change (which was at the dealer - though I am planning to do it myself this time).
Cheers,
Dean
#3
Inspections of the TB are, IMO, a waste of time. You would have to remove one or both upper cam pulley covers to get a look which is not a big deal. But, sight alone would be very questionable to assess the actual condition. It might look fine but be ready to go soon. So, just go by mileage (90k) and change at those intervals.
Now, it is quite possible that your water pump could seize up and that will instantly trash the belt. So, be very concerned about the age of the pump. Perhaps more so than the belt (they should be changed at the same time). In either case, you have an interference fit engine and serious damage can occur if the belt breaks.
When was the last time the WP was changed?
Now, it is quite possible that your water pump could seize up and that will instantly trash the belt. So, be very concerned about the age of the pump. Perhaps more so than the belt (they should be changed at the same time). In either case, you have an interference fit engine and serious damage can occur if the belt breaks.
When was the last time the WP was changed?
Last edited by randal; 04-15-10 at 04:26 PM.
#5
I would plan on a new water pump when you do the timing belt. You have to take the timing belt off to get to the water pump. So while in there, you might as well replace the pump. Its good insurance.
There are tutorials on how to do this.
#7
Not that I've found. But the notes I posted earlier today have the only substantive changes between the 1st gen and 2nd gen. I used the lexls.com guide and a 2 day subscription to TIS.
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Yep HH is the place to be, at 2am!
But Old World Pizza next door - now it's $2.70 a slice, but the best slice in town!
I am 4m north - just off Canal Road. (Old Georgetown, if you know it).
ps Anything I can help you with at the same time? So far I am highly experienced in front drivers side upper control arms! lol
But Old World Pizza next door - now it's $2.70 a slice, but the best slice in town!
I am 4m north - just off Canal Road. (Old Georgetown, if you know it).
ps Anything I can help you with at the same time? So far I am highly experienced in front drivers side upper control arms! lol
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