Do you need to change water pump with timing belt?
Generally, the idler pulleys, tensioner and water pump should always be replaced when the timing belt is replaced. In most cases, the timing belt drives the water pump, so it is the right time to replace the water pump. It is also recommended by the manufacturer.
When to replace timing belt and water pump?
In most cases, the timing belt drives the water pump, so it is the right time to replace the water pump. It is also recommended by the manufacturer. WORD TO THE WISE. Be careful when you call for an “over-the-phone” estimate for replacing a timing belt and/or water pump.
How much does it cost to replace timing belt?
Timing belt replacement cost: The timing belt replacement in a 4-cylinder engine costs from $250 to $650, plus extra if a water pump or other parts need to be replaced. In a V6 or V8 engine, the price to replace a timing belt ranges from $450 for just a belt to over $1,000 if a water pump and related hardware need to be changed.
When to replace idler pulleys, tensioner and water pump?
Generally, the idler pulleys, tensioner and water pump should always be replaced when the timing belt is replaced. In most cases, the timing belt drives the water pump, so it is the right time to replace the water pump. It is also recommended by the manufacturer. WORD TO THE WISE.
Can you do both timing belts at the same time?
The labor cost difference to do both units at the same time is virtually non-existent in most vehicles because, in many cases, you must remove the water pump to get to the timing belt!
Is the timing belt connected to the water pump?
The timing belt may also drive the water pump . More than half of all engines that have timing belts (some use timing chains, which are not the same) also use the belt to drive the water pump. This is mostly due to the location of the belt to the pump. Because of this, anytime you replace one, you should replace the other.
When should the timing belt/water pump be replaced?
- Rough engine noise when idling
- Heavy vibration when idling
- Misfiring of the engine
- Excess smoke from the exhaust
- visible by an engine warning light or increase in temperature
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.)
When to replace timing belt?
Every car manufacturer recommends replacing the timing belt after a given time, and it is imperative to take this advice. The time or distance between timing belt replacement depends on the specific make and model of the vehicle, but on average it should be changed every 100,000 miles.