When should you replace timing belt and water pump?

When Should I Replace My Timing Belt and Water Pump? The timing belt and water pump will need to be changed in line with the manufacturer’s recommendation; this is normally every 60,000 miles. Most people change both components at the same time to save on costs and time.

How much should it cost to replace a timing belt?

The average cost to replace a timing belt will be anywhere from $300 to $500 in total (more for larger cars, trucks, and SUVs). The timing belt itself will usually only cost less than $50 but the majority of a timing belt job is spent on labor. The cost of the labor will be anywhere from $250 to $450 or more.

What causes a new timing belt to break?

With the heat and friction inside the engine, the rubber material will become worn with age and miles. Rubber teeth may wear down and no longer be able to grip the gears. This often results in a slip of the timing belt and potential damage to the engine. The timing belt may also begin to crack under stress.

What sound does a bad timing belt make?

A failing bad timing belt sounds like a ticking noise in front of your car when it starts wearing out. If the belt eventually breaks, it will give a whining noise when trying to start the engine. A whining noise sounds like no compression in the engine.

What is the difference between a timing chain and timing belt?

Timing chains. Timing chains serve the same purpose as a belt, but usually lasts quite a bit longer. Some manufacturers suggest replacing it at certain intervals, but others state that it will last as long as the car itself. The timing chain looks similar to a bicycle chain, and as you might expect, it’s noisier than a belt.

How do I know when my timing belt needs to be replaced?

If the timing belt is in place measure the circumference of the timing belt (distance around the outside edge of the timing belt) From these pieces of information a replacement timing belt can be identified.

What happens when your timing chain goes bad?

When your timing chain goes bad it presents slightly different symptoms than a bad timing belt. many of them can be comparable to each other however. Noises: Both the timing belt and a timing chain will make noticeable sounds when they begin to fail. If you have a loose timing chain, it’s going to cause some vibration inside the motor.

Do all 4 stroke engines have a timing belt?

Previously, virtually every four-stroke engine was equipped with a timing chain. The advantage to the belt is that it is very quiet. They’re also strong, but will wear out. Most automobile manufacturers recommend a timing belt replacement every 60,000-100,000 miles.