Can a water pump be changed with a timing belt?
Water pumps are changed with timing belts so often that you’ll notice if you go to a site like AutoZone to look for a timing belt that they’re often sold in kits with water pumps just to make it easier.
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.
When was the last time I Changed my Waterpump?
Last time my A8 had the cambelt done (April 2012) it had the waterpump, thermostat and alternator belt changed too. Still cost over £1000 but with a considerable saving on labour. i had a waterpump go on an old escort runabout, luckily it only started leaking so i had enough warning to change that and the cam belt.
Can a timing belt change cause exhaust valves to burn?
That is absolutely ludicrous and even if the intake valves are not bent due to a mistake it’s also possible that the exhaust valves could burn depending on the cam timing situation. You cannot continue to drive the car like this; period. I would approach them one time about making this right.
When does the timing belt on a water pump fail?
For one, the water pump’s lifespan is typically 60,000-100,000 miles. And if the timing belt fails, whether due to simple age, or the failure of a tension pulley or bearing, the water pump will likely fail along with it.
How can I tell if my water pump needs to be replaced?
Mechanics can check for coolant flow by comparing the temperature of different parts (hoses) of the cooling system. In some cars, the flow of coolant is visible in the expansion tank. If a water pump is driven by the timing belt, it is often replaced as a precaution during the timing belt replacement.
When do you need to change your timing belt?
Or, as AAMCO reports, depending on what kind of vehicle you have, a timing chain. The belt is quieter and doesn’t have to be lubricated. But the chain is made of metal, which lasts longer. Regardless, at some point, due to stretching and wear, they’ll have to be replaced. Typically, for a timing belt, that’s after 60,000-100,000 miles.
What happens if the timing belt fails on a Porsche Cayman?
And if the timing belt fails, whether due to simple age, or the failure of a tension pulley or bearing, the water pump will likely fail along with it. Also, as with the Porsche Cayman’s RMS, the water pump isn’t easy to get at. In fact, ClickMechanic and NAPA explain, you can’t get at the water pump without first exposing the timing belt.