How much does it cost to get your timing belt replaced?
Depending on your vehicle, a timing belt service could turn into a big deal and it’s going to be costly. Having a timing belt replaced before it breaks will cost between $500 and $1,000 on average while waiting for it to break before replacing can cost upward of $2,000 or more.
When is the best time to replace a timing belt?
When the time comes to move it on, a recently replaced timing belt will make it much easier to sell privately & if trading it in, you’ll likely find the dealer will deduct the cost of replacing the belt from the trade in value unless it’s been done.
What causes a timing belt to snap on a car?
They both wear and corrode, and when the bearings are worn, they can seize solid. This snaps the cambelt, with predictable consequences. Sometimes the first sign of failure is a trickle of coolant past the seal; if you have to keep topping up the car it could well be the cause.
Is it better to drive the water pump from the cambelt?
Driving the water pump from the cambelt is c**p design IMO. Much better to drive the water pump via the auxiliary belt like in the old days, so that it won’t wreck the engine if it seizes. Unless I’m missing something.
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt?
How Much Does Professional Timing Belt Replacement Cost? The price the pros charge to replace a timing belt ($350 to $1,500) varies depending on the engine, make, model and year. It also matters whether an independent repair shop or dealer’s service department makes the repair.
When to replace timing belt on Toyota Tundra?
My son’s friend was given a 2004 Tundra by his grandfather. It was well maintained with regular oil changes and had a timing belt replacement at about 120,000 miles. The truck now has 225,000 miles and needed the timing belt changed again.
What happens to an engine when the timing belt fails?
Engines come in two configurations: Interference and non-interference. When a timing belt fails the camshaft (s) stops turning and the valves stop moving, but the crankshaft still rotates for a few seconds. An interference engine has insufficient clearance between the valves and pistons.