How long can a timing belt last?
Depending on what schedule you may read, including information distributed by the manufacturers themselves, the average life span of a timing belt is between 60,000 and 105,000 miles or after 7 to 10 years regardless of mileage.
When do I need to change my timing belt?
Most models, like those with 3.2-liter engines, do not need their timing belt replaced until they hit 92,000 miles or after six years, whichever comes first. Others can go as long as 105,000 miles before the belt has to be replaced. Most Audis have a recommended timing belt replacement at 110,000 miles.
Can a timing belt replacement affect gas mileage?
The belt was probably installed correctly. OR No!, It might be off a tooth and the gas mileage and performance may be suffering as a result. Based on my limited experience, if the belt were off even 1 tooth the car would be a total dog with horrendous gas mileage. Only an extremely unobservant person could have any doubt.
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).
When to replace timing belt on Acura 3.2 liter?
Acuras have one of the longest intervals for timing belt replacement. Most models, like those with 3.2-liter engines, do not need their timing belt replaced until they hit 92,000 miles or after six years, whichever comes first.
What mile interval should the timing belt be replaced?
A timing belt typically needs to be replaced between 40,000 and 100,000 miles depending on the vehicle. It’s a few hundred dollar repair. A timing chain doesn’t need to be replaced unless there is a problem with it.
What is the recommended mileage to change the timing belt on?
While the recommended timing for a belt change in most vehicles is between 60,000 miles and 100,000 miles your best bet is to check with your owner’s manual to know for sure exactly when yours has to be changed.
When to replace timing belt?
Every car manufacturer recommends replacing the timing belt after a given time, and it is imperative to take this advice. The time or distance between timing belt replacement depends on the specific make and model of the vehicle, but on average it should be changed every 100,000 miles.
What are the benefits of replacing a timing belt?
- Increase in Horse Power. Taking your vehicle to a timing belt replacement shop and changing the timing belt as scheduled will benefit you in many ways.
- Better Fuel Economy. Changing the timing belt when needed will dramatically increase your gas mileage.
- Lower Auto Repair Cost.