How often do you change the timing belt on a Toyota Highlander?
every 60,000 to 100,000 miles
Timing belts are replaced as part of scheduled maintenance, usually every 60,000 to 100,000 miles.
How many years should I change timing belt?
four years
We recommend you replace your timing belt every four years, or at around the 60,000 mile mark. However, you might have noticed some symptoms of a worn timing belt. Here are the main red flags that indicate it’s time to change it up: Your engine won’t turn over.
When should you change the timing belt on a Toyota?
Toyota recommends the timing belt be replaced every 60k miles to avoid belt deterioration and prevent potential engine damage. Since timing belt replacement is rather labor intensive, it is common to replace the water pump and timing belts rollers whenever servicing the timing belt.
What is suggested interval for timing belt replacement?
Your timing belt should be replaced every 50,000-70,000 miles , depending on your car’s make and model. Also, make sure you understand if your engine is an interference engine or a non-interference engine. In an interference engine, the valves and piston share the same airspace and the timing belt keeps them from touching. This is why you’ll have a major engine failure on your hands if the belt breaks or skips.
Does my Toyota have a timing belt or timing chain?
Toyota also has a timing belt service light which comes on once it reaches 1,50,000 kms, or incase someone opens and replaces the belt. For timing chain its a non serviceable part,the movement of chain makes it serviceable only in case the timing is out due to solonoid swich or oil pressure switch fault.Aur in case of accidental damage.
What is the normal life of a timing belt?
The expected lifespan of your timing belt is specific to your car and engine configuration, usually between 60,000 and 100,000 miles. (You can check your owner’s manual or look online for your car’s service schedule.)