When to change cam belt and water pump?
Even if the car has had 0 miles done since new, the belt has to be changed when the time comes. It can snap with no warning and if it does, you’ll be looking at from a couple hours’ workshop time to an engine replacement. A couple hours ago I called a workshop to book a time for a belt kit and waterpump replacement.
Can a cam belt last more than 5 years?
Don’t be fooled by anyone telling you otherwise. Not one decent mechanic will guarantee your belt lasting more than 5 years. Anything beyond that is borrowed time. The belt might last 7-8 years and even more, but it can also snap at any given time, even if it looks alright.
When to change cam belt on superb elegance?
That was on a 2010 model Superb Elegance 2.0 tdi DSg. Changing belts at given deadlines is as important as changing the oil. Over time belts go brittle. I had my belt inspected when the thermostat was changed.
How old is the cam belt on a Skoda?
Cambelt changed (early according to Skoda NZ) yesterday at 7 years and 100,000 miles. Tensioner, guides/pulleys and bearings feel brand new. Belt condition up for debate, but mechanic said it looked good.
Is it worth replacing the cam belt at the same time?
If you are going to replace the cam belt and it has a cam belt driven water pump, replace the pump at the same time, they’re only about £25 so its worth doing whilst you’ve got the belt off. if you like the car at all – use a genuine water pump.
Where was cambelt snapped 6 weeks after buying a used car?
Recently helped a freind buy a first car, and today the cambelt has snapped. It was purchased from a local dealer about 6 weeks ago and came with a full service history and we where assured at the time all maintanence had been completed to schedule. No warranty as it was an 04-plate but car seemed tidy so a deal was done.
What are the disadvantages of cutting a cambelt?
The disadvantage of doing it by cutting the old belt is that the you have no way of knowing if the timing was set correctly in the first place plus the belt will have stretched slightly making it even further out.
Is it possible to change the timing belt?
Just serviced the car and noticed that the timing belt has never been changed. It’s coming up to 70k so starting to think it should be replaced soon. Thinking of having a go myself.