When should the timing belt be replaced on a 2005 Toyota Tacoma?
Although timing belts are critical, there’s no need to replace them regularly –unless explicitly recommended in your Toyota owner’s manual. Some automakers recommend changing a timing belt between 60,000 and 100,000, others don’t.
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a 2005 Toyota Highlander?
The average cost for a Toyota Highlander timing belt replacement is between $569 and $854. Labor costs are estimated between $240 and $303 while parts are priced between $329 and $551.
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt on a Toyota Tacoma?
The average cost for a Toyota Tacoma timing belt replacement is between $628 and $941. Labor costs are estimated between $246 and $311 while parts are priced between $382 and $630.
Does the 2005 Tacoma have a timing belt or chain?
Does my vehicle have a timing belt or timing chain?
| Model | Year | Belt / Chain / Gear |
|---|---|---|
| Tacoma | 1995-2020 | Chain |
| 1995-2004 | Belt | |
| 2005-2020 | Chain | |
| Tercel | 1990-1998 | Belt |
Does a Toyota Tacoma have a timing belt or timing chain?
All 2002 Toyota Tacomas 4 Cylinder engines have timing chains and are interference engines. The 2002 Tacoma V6 model has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine. All 2001 Toyota Tacomas 4 Cylinder engines have timing chains and are interference engines. The 2001 Tacoma V6 model has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.
How often do you need to replace timing belts on a Toyota?
Some Toyota engines have timing belts, some have timing chains. It pays to know what your engine has. Belts need to be replaced at normal intervals (usually every 90-100k on late model cars) or you will have hell to pay. Timing chains however are a different story and will generally last the lifetime of the engine.
What are the timing chains on a Toyota 1GR-FE?
There are three timing chains on these 1GR-FE engines. The first two are for the exhaust/intake camshaft timing. The last chain is the main cam/crank timing chain and is set up much like a timing belt. Lets look at bank 1 Cam to Cam chain and look at the marks. This view would be from the back side of the gears.
How to know if your car has timing chain or chain?
To know if your car has a timing chain or belt watch the video where I explain how to quickly check. Here is the complete list: Greg Macke is a car blogger and author of “My 7 Secrets to Buying a High Quality Used Car”. He is a professional car buyer and consumer advocate working closely in the industry to improve the buyer’s experience.