How Do You Replace A Timing Belt?
Changing a timing belt is not an easy job. It will require the average back yard do-it-yourself a full weekend to remove all of the parts necessary to reach the timing belt. If you’re not confident, or if you can’t spare more than one weekend if the job takes longer than expected, you might be better off taking the car to a mechanic. If you decide that you do want to take it to a mechanic, don’t go before checking out a copy of A Mechanic Comes Clean; this book will help you avoid common auto repair scams. Indications: When and why should I change it? You should plan on changing a timing belt or chain whenever it is easily accessible for other jobs, such as a water pump replacement. Plan on changing the timing belt if your car has accumulated more than 60,000 miles. Worn or damaged timing belts can cause the engine to run rough or, even worse, not run at all. In fact, a timing belt break can
