How long will a timing belt replacement last?
Manufacturers will usually recommend to replace your timing belt after a set number of years or miles. This could be anywhere from 40,000 to 100,000 miles or 4+ years. Check your vehicle handbook to see what your manufacturer recommends.
What is the longest a timing belt has lasted?
On average you can expect a timing belt to last 60,000 miles to 100,000 miles. This will change based on the make, model, and year of your vehicle. Every manufacturer has their specific recommended years or mileage to replace the belt.
Can an old timing belt cause loss of power?
You Notice A Loss Of Power And Your Car Runs Or Idles More Roughly Than Normal. Your timing belt is constructed with “teeth” that grip gears as it rotates your engines moving parts. Alternatively, your timing belt can “jump a tooth” causing your vehicle to suffer from loss of power.
When did my timing belt need to be replaced?
My timing belt needed replacement at about four years, too. Drive belt was replaced at the same time. Mine is a 2002 Hyundai Accent which is still going strong at 66,000 miles. If it would only last forever. . . 32 mpg around town, 38 on the road, a manual transmission. “Whichever comes first” is definitely implied.
When to change timing belt on Audi A4?
It is our recommendation to closely inspect all timing belt components before the recommended interval. Play it safe, changing your timing belt may seem expensive. However, choosing to exceed your timing belt service interval is risky and can lead to unknown repair costs that will far exceed typical timing belt replacement service cost.
How often should you replace your car belt?
Gates also recommends a 60k mile interval replacement…even when the manufacturer says 100k miles replacement interval. Gates’ incentive is to sell as many belts as possible.
When to replace timing belt on Hyundai Sonata?
Most vehicle maintenance in general mentions whichever comes first. I’ll have to confirm in the user manual tomorrow, but seems the Hyundai recommendation (as offered by mechanic shop) says timing belt replacement at 48 months or 60k miles (37500 miles under severe conditions).