from Webtech, it doesn't appear to be too difficult if you're mechanically inclined. However, it looks like a lot of work just to check the condition of the belt (Step 1 is Remove the crankshaft pulley, coolant pump pulley and drive belt, Step 2 is remove the timing belt cover).
The timing belts on these motors should be replaced every 60000 miles whether they need it or not... (Unless the car has been sitting for a over a year, then you may want to change it anyway)...
Agreed. I've been working on cars since I was 12 (helping my Dad fix his Saab) and I wouldn't attempt it.
It's worth the $400 to have it done by a qualified mechanic and know that you won't bugger up the engine.
yeah if your gonna check it just replace it. and like speedracer said its not that bad. ive done it twice on my accent and it took me 1.5hours tops in my driveway....if you have the tools (ie. jack, sockets, etc.) then dont waste your money. timming belt is under 100 even at the most expensive shops. the onlything you have to worry about is lining up the two marks. go out and spend the money on a timming belt book, has every car in it and has diagrams to follow for every step.....well worth the money, ive used it for 3 cars now......good luck man and save your money, blow it on a cat-back or something:
love to do it myself but i think ill leave it to teh pros...
i wanted to check it cos the car has done 150 kms and i have no records with it. for all i know it could still be running on the first belt, and even if it's the second belt it could almost do with a change anyway.
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