Is the timing belt the same as the water pump?
On some vehicles the timing belt also drives the water pump. Both the timing belt and the water pump are a part of an integrated system.
How much does it cost to replace timing belt on Nissan?
The price covers all quotes that were given to Nissan owners and is also an average price across all Nissan car models. The prices are based on all quotes sent via autobutler.co.uk, and may contain errors or vary.
Does a Nissan Frontier have a timing belt or timing chain?
All 2007 Nissan Frontiers have timing chains and interference engines. All 2006 Nissan Frontiers have timing chains and interference engines. All 2005 Nissan Frontiers have timing chains and interference engines.
How does the timing belt on a car work?
The timing belt kit on a car runs on gears and has the critical function of synchronizing the movements between the valves and pistons. How does it work? The engine valves are opened and closed by arms actuated off the camshaft that is rotated by the timing belt. The water pump pumps the coolant around the engine, keeping the engine cool.
When does the timing belt on a water pump fail?
For one, the water pump’s lifespan is typically 60,000-100,000 miles. And if the timing belt fails, whether due to simple age, or the failure of a tension pulley or bearing, the water pump will likely fail along with it.
Where is the timing belt located on a car?
True, both are connected to the crankshaft. However, the former is located inside the engine, albeit by the outer wall. The latter is found externally, and drives many of the car’s accessories, like the alternator, power steering pump, and A/C pump. But, as NAPA explains, the timing belt sometimes pulls double-duty.
What happens if the timing belt fails on a Porsche Cayman?
And if the timing belt fails, whether due to simple age, or the failure of a tension pulley or bearing, the water pump will likely fail along with it. Also, as with the Porsche Cayman’s RMS, the water pump isn’t easy to get at. In fact, ClickMechanic and NAPA explain, you can’t get at the water pump without first exposing the timing belt.
What do you need for timing belt 3.3 V6?
The only special tool you need is the crank pulley removal tool. It is commercially available and a lot of parts stores will rent them to you. The trick though is finding the bolts to fit in the two holes in the crank pulley and still be long enough to go through the puller. The bolts are 6mm x1.25 thread pitch and i believe they are 80mm long.