Does a 2002 Subaru Forester have a timing belt?
2002 Subaru Forester – Timing Belt Or Chain All 2002 Subaru Forester models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
How often do you change the timing belt on a Subaru Forester?
The schedule to change the timing belt on a Subaru Forester is at an interval of 105,000 miles or every 8 years and 9 months. This does not apply to cars with the FB20, FB25 or FA20 engines as those have a chain drive.
When did Subaru stop using a timing chain?
From model years 2011 to 2013 the naturally aspirated Foresters have timing chains while the turbo Foresters have timing belts. Prior to 2013 all Foresters have timing belts. All Forester engines are interference.
What happens when the timing belt breaks on a Subaru EJ?
Warning: Subaru EJ series engines are “interference” engines, meaning that if the timing belt breaks it will result in contact between valves and pistons. This nearly always damages valves and pistons, necessitating a replacement engine.
How much does a timing belt replacement cost?
How much does a timing belt replacement cost? The cost to replace a timing belt for a Subaru Forester varies between $874 and $1493 based on your model year and whether you get it done at a local mechanic or at the dealership. How much does it cost at the dealership?
Do I need to change Subaru timing belt?
Subaru recommends that the belts be changed at 105,000 miles. Don’t wait, take your car to the mechanic next week, I’m serious. If the timing belt should fail, you will be looking at a major engine overhaul and at least a complete valve job.
Does Subaru use timing belts or timing chains?
In order to synchronize all your engine’s moving parts, your Subaru engine is equipped with either a rubber timing belt or a metal timing chain. The timing belt looks similar to a drive belt you’d also find under the hood of your car. Meanwhile, a timing chain looks more like a heavy-duty bicycle chain.
Does Subaru Legacy have a timing chain or a belt?
Subaru Legacy cars with the EJ series of engines such as the EJ18, EJ20, EJ22 etc have a timing belt and cars with the FA20, FB25, EE20, EZ36 and EZ30 engines have a chain.
Do Subarus have timing chains?
Your Subaru does indeed have a timing chain, and it does not normally need to be changed during the life of the vehicle. Unlike timing belts, which have a finite life span and which require periodic replacement, timing chains typically last for at least 200,000 miles and many of them are still good at 300k.
Where is the timing belt set on a Subaru Outback?
With most cars, timing is set to top dead center on number 1 piston. But on a Subaru with their funny horizontal boxer engine, it is set at mid-stroke. For those not familiar, I will explain what that means later. This DIY post will explain the most minimal way to access the timing belt for doing a timing belt change.
How to change timing belt on Subaru EJ25?
How to set timing (timing belt change) on a Subaru SOHC EJ25. Line up the cam sprockets with the index marks above. Wrap your old belt around to double check your marks line up. If you didn’t do that step, wrap your new belt around the crankshaft sprocket under the tensioner and black pulley and over the camshafts.
How do you change the belt on a Subaru?
Crank the tensioner bolt (14mm) beside the alternator so that the alternator drops down enough to remove the front drive belt. Then loosen the locknut under the tensioner bolt for the a/c belt, loosen the bolt on the pulley, so it can slide.
What happens when the timing belt wears out?
For those who aren’t familiar. The job of the timing belt is to position the valves correctly in relation to the pistons for intake of fuel and exhaust. So, when a timing belt is set in the incorrect position (or wears out), valves can be smashed by the pistons and severe engine damage occurs.