How many miles should a timing belt last?
Timing belt replacement is generally recommended every 60,000 to more than 100,000 miles, depending on the vehicle manufacturer.
When did Toyota Camry stop having timing belts?
The V6 Camrys from 1990 to 2006 had timing belts and non-interference engines. From 2002 to 2021 all Toyota Camry 4 cylinder models had a timing chain and interference engine. The 4 cylinder Camrys from 1990 to 2001 had timing belts and non-interference engines. Scroll down for detailed information on your particular model year.
How many miles does a 1993 Toyota Camry have?
I’m driving a 1993 Toyota Camry with over 235,000 miles. I have spent about $2,000 in maintenance on the car since 1996, when I bought it with 64k on the odometer. The car runs fine and drives fine.
What makes a Toyota Camry last so long?
Vehicle mileage can get significantly higher depending on the type of miles put on the car. Highway miles tend to be easier on cars than city miles. When you go to sell a Toyota Camry with high miles, buyers are less likely to be wary of its driveability. This doesn’t mean a high resale value, but it does extend the car’s shelf life.
What kind of timing chain does a Toyota Camry have?
All 2018 Toyota Camrys have timing chains and are interference engines. Engine Type Timing Belt Or Chain Interference Or Non-Interference Replacement Interval (Miles)
A timing belt should last at least 50K miles, so maybe the belt just came off. Still, damage could occur.
What happens if you ignore your timing belt?
Ignoring your timing belt can come with a high cost. Timing belts don’t often snap, but when they do, it can cause piston damage, ruined cylinder heads, and engine valve damage. Probably, when you think of your engine, you picture the valves and pistons, but you don’t think much about what keeps them in good working order.
What does the timing belt do in an engine?
The timing belt is an internal engine component that rotates the engine’s cam and crankshaft in sync and ensures each cylinder fires at the appropriate time.
What happens if your timing belt breaks on a Honda Accord?
Failure to do so can create hot spots due to glowing metal. This leads to detonation, possible serious engine problems, and back to square one. It would be a good idea to go back in and recheck the head bolt torque and valve lash approximately 1000 miles after the repair is done.