How long does it take to change a cam belt?
Replacing the timing belt is an expensive service. It is an intricate, labor-intensive process that can take 4–8 hours, depending on the vehicle.
How easy is it to change a Cambelt?
Nothing super difficult about changing a timing belt on most cars but you have to be exact and methodical. There are usually pins to lock the engine but I do not rely on these and also mark the positions off on the end of the crank and cam shaft for a extra check..
When should you change a Cambelt on a Renault Megane?
Renault recommend that the timing belt is changed on most of their vehicle’s including your Megane at 72,000 miles or 5 years whichever comes first.
How much does it cost to replace a cam belt?
The average cambelt change cost is between £290 – £730 for most vehicles in the UK and can vary considerably depending on the car model and garage. The material costs for a new cambelt, tensioner and idler pulley will only be around £70 – £180.
When to change the cambelt on a Renault Scenic?
Needs changing at 72k or 5yrs. Whilst doing it make sure the tensioner kit is changed and it’s a good idea to do the water pump at the same time And finally, whats the difference between the 80 BHP and 100 BHP 1.5 engine and is there a way of finding out which engine version a car has ? Click to expand…
How long does it take for a cambelt change?
Will find out for sure tomorrow… Walk away or get £500 knocked off price for a cambelt change. AFAIK, Renault are quoting 6 years or 72K across their belt driven engines. Was 5 years and 60K but belt technology has not moved so can only because statistically, failure rate was low.
How often do you change cam belt Renault Master?
My 2005 Renault Scenic II has now developed the same symptoms I have read on line – rattle for 2 seconds on cold start, but fine thereafter and for the rest of the day. Occasionally a temporary squeek…
What causes a cam belt to fail on a Renault?
In fact, if the car had done fewer miles in the 5 years, then the cambelt is more likely to fail due to the many more stops and starts of the engine, rather than a car which has done a higher mileage on long runs. This is what causes cambelts to fail. Is the £500 from a Renault Main Dealer?