When to know if your timing belt needs to be replaced?
Between about 60,000 miles and 90,000 miles when your belt might still be good, and it might not still be good. If you notice any of these signs in your car, then you should probably get yourself to a mechanic so they can take a look and see if your belt needs to be replaced.
Why does my timing belt jump on my car?
Incorrect timing of the engine can be due to many things. Often it’s not even the belt itself. It is rather pulleys that are damaged or a timing belt tensioner that has loosened up. In a worst-case scenario, your timing belt may ‘jump’. This means that the belt jumps a tooth on one of the pulleys it runs around.
Where do you put a timing belt sticker?
Most mechanics will include a sticker under the hood that includes this information, however. Just like the sticker that you’ll get in the corner of your windshield when you have your oil changed, any technician changing your timing belt should be putting a sticker under the hood of your car that lists the date a timing belt has been swapped out.
What happens when you change your timing chain?
Even before you open the hood, you might hear noises which tell you it’s time to change your timing belt. If you have a timing chain, the noise of it becoming loose will be obvious. That is if it hasn’t already shut your engine down. It will cause loud rattling and you will be able to feel vibrations in the car.
How often do you need to change your timing belt?
Some manufacturers recommend changing the timing belt every 60,000 miles, others recommend longer intervals. The timing belt connects the crankshaft to the camshafts so valves open and close at the right time.
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt?
The average cost for a timing belt replacement is between $498 and $669 . Labor costs are estimated between $319 and $403 while parts are priced between $179 and $266 .
How long does it take to change the timing belt?
Replacing a timing belt can take as little as two hours and as much as six hours, depending on the skill of the mechanic, the make of the vehicle and any additional existing problems.
When should I have my timing belt replaced?
If your car has a timing belt, it’s important that you inspect it regularly to ensure that it’s in proper working order. This small part is critical to your engine running properly, and if it breaks the results can be catastrophic. Your timing belt should be replaced every 50,000–70,000 miles, depending on your car’s make and model.