tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82845086046186918002024-02-08T11:58:25.609-07:00changing timing beltchanging timing belt,timing beltMaximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comBlogger276125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-90254809012367050452011-10-25T18:15:00.001-06:002011-10-25T18:15:06.589-06:00How to find out what causes engine to misfire? I changed the timing belt on my 02 Honda Odyssey EX now misfir?After I replaced the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt and put everything back I cranked the engine and <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> started to misfire. I then took everything a part and found a tooth off on rear ca<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a>haft. I reset the timing marks and put everything back together but the engine is still misfiring. Any suggestion what could be going on with it? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!!<br>How to find out what causes engine to misfire? I changed the timing belt on my 02 Honda Odyssey EX now misfir?<br>I would double check those timing marks again.<br>How to find out what causes engine to misfire? I changed the timing belt on my 02 Honda Odyssey EX now misfir?<br>Timing on this car has to be right on the money. However a bad wire, plug, coil pack can all cause a miss fire.<br>It sounds like your a tooth off on your timing belt and not the distributor.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-67360054047742065512011-10-25T18:15:00.000-06:002011-10-25T18:15:00.929-06:00How do you know if the timing belt on a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant has been changed?I am look<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> to buy this car, which is a 2000 Galant. The car has had two owners and the second owner (the person I am trying to buy the car from) does not know if the timing belt was changed before he bought <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>. The car has 106,xxx miles on it. The engine size is 3.2 liters and its a V6 engine. Hope you can help.<br>How do you know if the timing belt on a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant has been changed?<br>Really, it's not possible to know unless you do it yourself (or pay for a mechanic to have it done).<br><br /><br><br />Highly recommend you get it done if you purchase the car. The Galant (with a DOHC) all had an interference fit engine so if the belt breaks, you'll be looking at valve damage and major engine repairs.<br>How do you know if the timing belt on a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant has been changed?<br>change it yourself..if the guy doesnt know he didnt do itMaximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-5130795172120813842011-10-25T18:14:00.011-06:002011-10-25T18:14:55.979-06:00Small help changing my timing belt on my 95 eclipsei have a 95 eclipse rs non turbo<br><br />ive gotten everyth<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> out of the way...but i need to know how the heck to get the bolts off of the engine mount bracket...i got the engine as high as i can get <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> but it isnt high enough! and there isnt enough space to pull the bolts out...wtf!!??!?<br><br /><br><br />http://www.autozone.com/addVehicleId,1988403/initialAction,repairGuide/shopping/repairGuide.htm?pageId=0900c152800ad69e<br><br /><br><br />im following that guide...<br><br />im at figure six...i cant get the bolts off...please help?<br>Small help changing my timing belt on my 95 eclipse<br>You might need to lower the engine a little. You might be in a bind having too high. Then after bolts come out raise back up. Play with the engine height. You might need to go higher too.<br>Small help changing my timing belt on my 95 eclipse<br>Sorry dude, I hope you get it! I had one of those that I had in the shop, and $600 later, I had a new timing belt. Stupid foreigners. haha<br>You said you got the engine as high as you could. Well now it's to high. I wish you could take a picture and send it or post it that would help alot. Lower the engine not to low not to high then the bolts will be free to move. But I can't tell with out looking at a picture. I hope you measure how much the tensoner piston has extended when your done installing it. <br>They dont come off they are a part of that engine mount. Ask me how i kno... cause my bolts atualy broke off!!! and i have to replace the whole engine mount bracket. :((<li><a href=http://net.ittwit.com/5248778/how-to-use-cs-files>cs files</a></li><li><a href=http://beddingsetcentral.com/?p=6259>Duvet cover designers research</a></li>Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-33898825045502321742011-10-25T18:14:00.010-06:002011-10-25T18:14:51.148-06:00Why my auto is not starting at all after i changed my timing belt toyota tundra 4.7 2005?after i changed my %26quot;tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt%26quot; i put everyting back, than i went to start the car but the car would not start or not even clicking noise, what i have done? what should i do?<br>Why my auto is not starting at all after i changed my timing belt toyota tundra 4.7 2005?<br>you didn't put everything back sorry 4 the obvious. check all wires connections and battery. possibly loosened something by mistake.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-79030773354984778292011-10-25T18:14:00.009-06:002011-10-25T18:14:45.903-06:00Does anyone know how to change the timing belt on a 1994 Honda Civic Si?I have a 1994 Honda Civic Si and I need to change the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt but I don't know how, does anyone have any advice or know a webs<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>e that I could look it up on w/o having to buy a book?<br>Does anyone know how to change the timing belt on a 1994 Honda Civic Si?<br>It's real easy if you have the tools, first you'll need a crank pulley wrench if not use a chain wrench to hold the pulley while you remove the bolt. Once you got the bolt off loosen the belt tensioner then slide the belt off, now reverse and done, you can go to hondahookup.com and reg to be a member and download there manuals.<br>Does anyone know how to change the timing belt on a 1994 Honda Civic Si?<br>youll need big guns o_0<br><br />http://paulstrovsky.20m.com/TimingBeltChange/TBPart2.htm<br>Big job. You really need the book. Maybe the library has one. Every car is different and the timing is very important. If you do it wrong it won't run. Get the book, it will show you how to fix a lot of other things also.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-77358399235589276532011-10-25T18:14:00.008-06:002011-10-25T18:14:41.829-06:00Do 2001 a4 audis need their timing belt changed after 100k miles?I'm think<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> about buying 2001 audi a4 w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>h 92k miles<br><br />for $5900, this will be my first car<br><br />is it true that almost every audi a4s need to get their timing belt changed at 100k miles?<br>Do 2001 a4 audis need their timing belt changed after 100k miles?<br>All timing belt equipped cars need the timing belt replaced between 60,000 and 100,000. Call an Audi dealership and ask them the specific mileage for that one. Any shop can do the work.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-19859472718211000022011-10-25T18:14:00.007-06:002011-10-25T18:14:36.626-06:00Should I really change the timing belt at 35K miles?I drive a 2002 Hyundai Elantra, w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>h 35,000 miles on it. The dealer in Sunnyvale recently recommended that I get my tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt and AC belt replaced. I took the car to a local guy, Habelt's on Irving Street in San Francisco, and that guy told me not to replace it just yet. He said 60,000 miles is the standard, regardless of chronological age. <br><br /><br><br />Should I go ahead and get it done (for $600 or so) or should I wait until the mileage gets closer to 60K?<br>Should I really change the timing belt at 35K miles?<br>What is the manufacturers recommendation (check your owners manual)? Lots of less than reputable dealers and Jiffy lube type shops try to con drivers into having this done early because of the profit they make. I think you will find you do not need to do this for quite a while.<br>Should I really change the timing belt at 35K miles?<br>I think the dealor is trying to upsell you on service. I took my CRV to Serramonte Honda - they recommended a rear differential fluid flush at 60k. I turned it down and read the manual, which says it should be done at 90k. <br><br /><br><br />They will cheat us if they can.<br><br /><br><br />$600.00 see<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> like about 3x too much for the timing belt change. You should hunt around...and check your manual for the actual mileage recommended by the manufacturer. Many cars are 90k for the timing belt.<br>it says 35000 miles but its a second hand and you don't know if the belt is new or an old one or where it came from. 60000 miles is the range to change but it would be wiser if you change it and start a fresh count. because if the belt breaks $600 sounds very cheap to the damage it will do.<br>Wait until it gets to 60k and it should cost no more than 400 to 450 dollars. I just bought a used one the same as yours for my son and I have done much research on this. Problem with mine is I don't know whether to trust the guy who sold it to me and said that it had been changed at 60k. I might just have to eat it and fork out the 400 and be safe rather than sorry!<br>THE CHOICE IS UP TO YOU REALLY, IF YOU ARE THE ORIGINAL OWNER WAIT TILL 60,000 MILES.<br><br /><br><br />IF THE CAR IS SECOND HAND THEN YES BUT.....<br><br /><br><br />TRY FINDING AN INDEPENDENT SHOP INSTEAD OF THE DEALER OR A CHAIN STORE BECAUSE YOU WILL BE OVERALL MORE PLEASED WITH THE FINDINGS AND THE SERVICE.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-69522171212451169412011-10-25T18:14:00.006-06:002011-10-25T18:14:30.926-06:00How do you know its time to change a timing belt on a suzuki forenza 2006?how do you know <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>s time to change a tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt on a 2006 Suzuki forenza with 34 miles on it???? What are the signs that its time for a new timing belt<br>How do you know its time to change a timing belt on a suzuki forenza 2006?<br>There are no warning signs. Just follow this advice from Suzuki:<br><br />The Suzuki Forenza Maintenance Schedule suggests inspecting it at 30,000 mile intervals and replacing it at 60,000 mile intervals.<br><br /><br><br />This car has an interference engine. That means that if the timing belt breaks the engine will suffer severe internal damage and will likely have to be replaced. Replacing the timing belt is rather e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>ensive, but doing so may save you an engine.....<br><br /><br><br />You are not only supposed to check it at 30,000, but it may need to be adjusted. The belt can get loose after it has stretched and it needs to be tightened back up.<br>How do you know its time to change a timing belt on a suzuki forenza 2006?<br>It needs to be looked at 30,000 miles and replace at 60,000 miles. Your other belt that runs the fan,AC,and other things should be replace at the same time as they have to take it off to replace the timing belt and could save your some labor costs. Cracked,chiped,or some loose treads are a good sign but not always. A good mechic can tell you if its is time and you are looking at a few hundred bucks to have it done. If you have only 34 miles on your car for a 06 then you got a good deal then.<br>There are no signs. It just goes in a second. I'm pretty sure you have an 'interference' type engine. Most people do. That means when the timing belt fails, the engine will have major damage and may need replacement.<br><br /><br><br />Every car owner lives with this so don't get too excited. Look in your car manual and be sure the timing belt is replaced exactly at the mileage stated. Not sooner and not later. Also have the water pump and belts replaced at the same time. That's done because they need replacement around the same time as the timing belt and it's cheaper to get the extras done while they have things apart.<br>Check your owners manual. Sometimes a busted timing belt can damage valves. My 03 neon is 84 months or around 100,000 miles. 30,000 is not right for any car. That's way too soon. My mechanic looked up info on my car.<br>Timing belts are to be replaced every 30,000 miles to keep the valve train working right.<br>it will tell you in your service guide and handbook, if not, research on google or wikpedia, engines vary and range from 30,000 to 78,000.<li><a href=http://get-rid-of-blackheads-on-nose.blogspot.com/>get rid of blackheads on nose</a></li><li><a href=http://net.ittwit.com/4665758/odp-net-charakterset-problem>odp.net charakterset</a></li>Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-74419638023079290102011-10-25T18:14:00.005-06:002011-10-25T18:14:25.981-06:00When to change the Timing belt on a Audi TT?Have a 2002 TT w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>h 50K, should I get the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt done now or wait till 75k? I have read some horror stories about the belt breaking causing over $6000 in repairs.<br>When to change the Timing belt on a Audi TT?<br>I had an 01TT Quattro Roadster and my shop has done timing belt jobs on them as well. YES, change the timing belt. But I don't think the main problem is timing belt failing. #1 is the water pump and #2 is the tensioner. You usually have some warning with tensioner failure. You'll hear what sounds like a knocking noise, which is the tensioner flopping around because the hydraulic fluid has leaked out. The water pumps are well known to fail prematurely. Audi used plastic impellers in the water pumps. It is very common for those impellers to crack or dissentigrate. When they fall apart, the pieces end up lodged in unknown places. Don't have an OEM water pump with the plastic impeller installed when you have the timing belt done. If the shop doesn't know where to get a water pump with a metal impeller, order it yourself from ECS Tuning. As a matter of fact, order the entire timing belt kit, as it also includes the tensioner. The metal impeller water pumps from ECS are made by the same company that makes the OEM water pump. So, they are exactly the same except for the impeller. Do not get the water pump from the dealer because they still use plastic impellers. My personal TT had about 65K miles when I did the timing belt. The impeller was missing pieces and crumbled when I pressed on it with my thumb. The other TT's we've done timing belt jobs on have all had either cracked impellers or missing pieces. With the new water pump, you'll be good for 75K.<br>When to change the Timing belt on a Audi TT?<br>depends, is it belt or chain? If it is actually the normal kind then it is 60k miles, chain lasts up to 100k.<br><br /><br><br />Audi huh? That sucks, it will cost you an arm and a leg.<br>I have a 2003 Audi A4, the warranty is amazing if it is under or around 50k take it into the shop and get it serviced FREE under warranty, and ask them about the belt. I would also assume that if you don't race your TT every night the timing belt should be fine, depneding on your service rep they might give you a little crap if it's over 51k but just tell them when the last service was and what you are planning %26quot;with your next Audi (just to make them fell better)%26quot; and you should be fine.<br>You should change it at these intervals. You should get it checked now to see if it is in good shape. If it is in good shape, then wait until 60,000 miles to change it.<br><br />60,000 miles<br><br />120,000 miles<br><br />180,000 miles<br><br />240,000 miles<br>Personally, I would go with 50k intervals. Since the eng. is an interference fit, the price of a belt pales to the cost of engine work, (valves, guides etc.). Not to mention the cost of peace of mind. Good thinking man.<br>would do it before 70K maybe around 65K. mocowma has some good advise i would buy the kit and have an Audi or German car specialist install it (cheaper than the dealer).<br>There is no one who can predict when or if your belt will go. You're right. On that car the damage caused by a broken timing belt will be costly. Here's an idea. Change the belt and stop worrying about it for another 50K. The peace of mind is priceless.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-55374256432439925232011-10-25T18:14:00.004-06:002011-10-25T18:14:20.924-06:00What does it men when there is a rattling noise from the timing belt ?i had my tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt changed a year ago when i bought the car (2000 hyundai accent) and now when you turn <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> on there is a rattling sound like when you put a playing card in the spokes of a bike and when the car is warmed up you dont hear it anymore. dont know what it is...took it to a mechanic and he said he thought it was rubbing up against the plastic by the belt....now my car has started to idle rough.....help please?<br>What does it men when there is a rattling noise from the timing belt ?<br>If your timing belt fails, your engine stops, OR can very likey be damaged. This isn't something to ignore. Your mechanic needs to look at where the noise is coming from. No they don't %26quot;just make that kind of noise%26quot;<br>What does it men when there is a rattling noise from the timing belt ?<br>sounds like your water pump or one of the idler pulleys is going out,this will change the timing back and forth making it run weird one minute then fine the next......they can make some pretty funny noises too when something is failing in that area<br>Probably inadequate tension on the timing belt. There's typically a %26quot;belt tensioner%26quot; on the timing belt much like the one on a serpentine belt that runs your A/C and alternator/water pump/ect. <br><br /><br><br />I'd check the timing belt cover (plastic housing) first to make sure it isn't rubbing the timing belt making all of this noise. <br><br /><br><br />Good Luck!!<br>have the water pump checked <br><br /><br><br />if the garages you have been too have both said they think its the timing belt or timing belt cover then they could well be right.<br><br /><br><br />the timing belt commonly also runs the water pump, it may be that the bearing is failing or that the timing belt tensioner or idle pullies are failing.<br><br /><br><br />if your car has not had the cam belt replaced get it done! its far cheaper to have to replaced now (and water pump at same time) than if one of the components fails. if a tensioner, idler or water pump fail they usually take the cam belt with them resulting in bent valves and a pretty big bill.<br><br />Source(s):<br><br />past bitter e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>erience<br><br />10 months ago<br>if the rattling eventually turns into a shaky engine after a couple of days, you are in need of a new harmonic balancer. This happens to be a very neccessary part of your engine that prevents it from shattering itself to pieces. 300 dollars is all it took to get a new one for my 93 century installed.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-44155393804873025802011-10-25T18:14:00.003-06:002011-10-25T18:14:15.980-06:00How do u change the timing belt on a 1995 eclipse?I dont want to pay a mechanic and i need to chage the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt for my 1995 M<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>subishi eclipse GS-T. It has a Turbo engine also.<br>How do u change the timing belt on a 1995 eclipse?<br>This is one of these jobs that requires knowledge and skill if you have never done this job or seen it done then i wouldn't recommend doing it, but a good place to start is the local library or maybe search on the Inter<a href=http://net.ittwit.com>net</a>.<br>How do u change the timing belt on a 1995 eclipse?<br>Either buy a book, or go to the library and see if they have a book.<br><br /><br><br />If you've never done this kind of job before, it can be tricky finding the cam and crank alignment marks and where they are supposed to be pointing to.<br><br /><br><br />If the water pump is driven off this belt, it can also be a good idea to change it, especially if the car is at the 120,000 mile mark.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-41713344346021926962011-10-25T18:14:00.002-06:002011-10-25T18:14:11.845-06:00When should I change the timing belt on a 2000 CR-V LX?This car has been great almost 200K never had any major proble<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> other than tune ups w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>h the mechanic, but I have not changed the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt car runs ok should I worry until it makes weird sounds? Thank you!<br>When should I change the timing belt on a 2000 CR-V LX?<br>It wont make a weird sound, it will just snap and its over. You got your moneys worth out of it get it replaced. It'll save you a tow bill and a head job cause when it snaps you'll bend your valvesMaximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-1476171653659322302011-10-25T18:14:00.001-06:002011-10-25T18:14:05.950-06:00When to change a timing belt on a Vauxhall Vectra Diesel 2007 1.9 CDTI?Hi, Im a l<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>tle confused on when to get the Tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt changed on my Vectra. I have seen many people say anything from 36000 miles up to 100000. I would be really appreciative if someone could tell me for sure. Thank you...<br>When to change a timing belt on a Vauxhall Vectra Diesel 2007 1.9 CDTI?<br>50,000 also change the water pump as they have been known to shred the timing belt and wreck the engine<br>When to change a timing belt on a Vauxhall Vectra Diesel 2007 1.9 CDTI?<br>I've just clocked up 63, 000 on mine and the dealership rang me to say it was due a service (stll not sure about that) So I asked the question of when the timing belt was due for replacement, and the rang me back to say 100, 000 miles.. Somewhat doubtful, i'm going to get mine done at 65, 000 and have the water pump replaced too.<li><a href=http://private-dermatologist.blogspot.com/>private dermatologist</a></li><li><a href=http://eyes-lips-appealing.blogspot.com/>eyes lips appealing</a></li>Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-35444669427967617882011-10-25T18:14:00.000-06:002011-10-25T18:14:00.933-06:00Parts needed for a timing belt change on a 2001 Lexus RX 300?I know <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> will get a tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt, tensioner and water pump. Should the crank and ca<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a>hft seals be replaced? Is there anything else that should be replaced as a preventative measure? My Lexus has 106,000 miles on it. I know the belt should have been replaced at 90,000 miles but I did not find that out until it had 105,000 miles on it.<br>Parts needed for a timing belt change on a 2001 Lexus RX 300?<br>I would not touch the front seals unless they were leaking.Actually I don't even recommend replacing water pump %26amp; tensioner on that engine with that mileage.This engine has plenty of clearance (unlike most Hondas %26amp; Mitsubishis) and does not cause major engine damage if timing belt (or waterpump or tensioner) break.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-22067624409676592312011-10-25T18:13:00.010-06:002011-10-25T18:13:56.211-06:00How do I change a timing belt for a 1997 Daewoo Espero?I am hav<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> trouble installing the timing belt on my car. If you know how to install <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> please let me know. Or if you know a web page for a free online service manual for a Daewoo Espero let me know.<br>How do I change a timing belt for a 1997 Daewoo Espero?<br>Go to the library and look it up in a manual there. Then photo copy the instructions.<br>How do I change a timing belt for a 1997 Daewoo Espero?<br>TAKE IT TO A MECHANIC.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-82462056730309024812011-10-25T18:13:00.009-06:002011-10-25T18:13:50.953-06:00Need to change timing belt, serpentine belt & oil pan on Acura TL. What other things to get done?Please recommend other repair <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>e<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> that should get done when I am spend<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> on the labor cost to get these done. How much should I e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>ect to spend on these repairs in Portland, OR?<br>Need to change timing belt, serpentine belt %26amp; oil pan on Acura TL. What other things to get done?<br>Definitely change the water pump along with the timing belt. There is very little extra labor, and you don't want it to start leaking (requiring having to do the whole job again) before the next timing belt change, or, even worse, to seize and ruin the belt and your engine. Looks like $600-$900 will cover it all - see the first source.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-36393165584807246982011-10-25T18:13:00.008-06:002011-10-25T18:13:46.182-06:00Whats is the step to change a timing belt on a mazda mx3?Whats is the step to change a tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt on a mazda mx3<br><br /><br><br />thanks<br>Whats is the step to change a timing belt on a mazda mx3?<br>Nothing you can do w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>hout tools, time and patience.<br><br />http://www.autozone.com/az/cds/en_us/090鈥?/a>Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-23261337010553755602011-10-25T18:13:00.007-06:002011-10-25T18:13:40.941-06:00Should I change the timing belt/chain on my Toyota Camry?I have a 2004 Toyota Camry and I just h<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> 100,000 miles. When should I change the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt/chain? My car is still running fine; just like the day I bought it.<br>Should I change the timing belt/chain on my Toyota Camry?<br>your maintenance schedule should tell you when to change belt but chains have no maintenance and should not be serviced until making noise, that usually doesnt happen until 200,000 miles, belts are a different story and need regular service, anywhere from 60,000 to 100,000 miles depending on motor, you need to know which type of engine you have.<br>Should I change the timing belt/chain on my Toyota Camry?<br>change it...it usually doesnt get bad slowly ...it snapps and leaves you on side of road..[usually at night in rain in bad %26quot;hood%26quot;]<br>the owners manual probably recommended changing it around 80k. <br><br />You need to change it even if your car is running fine. I had one brake(my car ran fine up until it did) and it caused my pistons to hit and bend my valves. It cost about $1400 to fix and that was because a friend did the work for me. It is recommended you change them to keep that from happening to you.<br>Your 2004 Camry has a maintenance-free timing chain if you have the 4 cylinder. You shouldn't have to change it. If it's the V6, you have a timing belt and it has to be replaced at 100K I believe. Newer timing belts tend to have longer intervals than the ones of the past. Also, if you have a V6 and the belt does break, it is a non-interference engine. That means that there's enough clearance that if the valves stop moving (ie. timing belt breaking), the pistons one crash into them and cause damage while you're driving. You just get your car towed to the shop, get a timing belt replacement service and you drive away.<br>2003-2006 Model camries have 2 types. The 2.4i engine has a timing chain - which should never need replacing. The 3.3L V6 has a timing belt, and should be replaced every 100,000 miles - so if you have a 3.3L V6 camry you should get it worked on sometime soon.<br><br /><br><br />The good news is you do not have an interfearing engine - so even if it does brake (yes you'll be stranded) but at least your car will be repairable - unlike most hondas which DIE if their timing belts break.<li><a href=http://school-nurse-needing-advice.blogspot.com/>school nurse needing advice</a></li><li><a href=http://advice-and-suggestions.blogspot.com/>advice and suggestions</a></li>Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-80624667115056104042011-10-25T18:13:00.006-06:002011-10-25T18:13:36.005-06:00Should I change the timing belt/chain on my Toyota Camry?I have a 2004 Toyota Camry and I just h<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> 100,000 miles. When should I change the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt/chain? My car is still running fine; just like the day I bought it.<br>Should I change the timing belt/chain on my Toyota Camry?<br>your maintenance schedule should tell you when to change belt but chains have no maintenance and should not be serviced until making noise, that usually doesnt happen until 200,000 miles, belts are a different story and need regular service, anywhere from 60,000 to 100,000 miles depending on motor, you need to know which type of engine you have.<br>Should I change the timing belt/chain on my Toyota Camry?<br>change it...it usually doesnt get bad slowly ...it snapps and leaves you on side of road..[usually at night in rain in bad %26quot;hood%26quot;]<br>the owners manual probably recommended changing it around 80k. <br><br />You need to change it even if your car is running fine. I had one brake(my car ran fine up until it did) and it caused my pistons to hit and bend my valves. It cost about $1400 to fix and that was because a friend did the work for me. It is recommended you change them to keep that from happening to you.<br>Your 2004 Camry has a maintenance-free timing chain if you have the 4 cylinder. You shouldn't have to change it. If it's the V6, you have a timing belt and it has to be replaced at 100K I believe. Newer timing belts tend to have longer intervals than the ones of the past. Also, if you have a V6 and the belt does break, it is a non-interference engine. That means that there's enough clearance that if the valves stop moving (ie. timing belt breaking), the pistons one crash into them and cause damage while you're driving. You just get your car towed to the shop, get a timing belt replacement service and you drive away.<br>2003-2006 Model camries have 2 types. The 2.4i engine has a timing chain - which should never need replacing. The 3.3L V6 has a timing belt, and should be replaced every 100,000 miles - so if you have a 3.3L V6 camry you should get it worked on sometime soon.<br><br /><br><br />The good news is you do not have an interfearing engine - so even if it does brake (yes you'll be stranded) but at least your car will be repairable - unlike most hondas which DIE if their timing belts break.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-69765974699232731542011-10-25T18:13:00.005-06:002011-10-25T18:13:31.191-06:00How Do I Change The Timing Belt On a 1990 Ranger?I have a 1990 Ford Ranger pick up truck and we did get a manual but <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> isn't help<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a>, there is no diagram for the timing belt. This truck has a Mazda motor. We need help finding the timing pattern for the timing belt.<br>How Do I Change The Timing Belt On a 1990 Ranger?<br>That is one of the things you don't want to do your self if you have never done it before.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-47621848482994796682011-10-25T18:13:00.004-06:002011-10-25T18:13:21.341-06:00Which one is a timing belt. we can see around 3 to 4 belts engine to alternator,?which one is a tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt. we can see around 3 to 4 belts. engine to alternator, another connecting to waterpump via various pulley. i want to understand that for changing timing bealt weather you need to change all the belts which passes through various pullies or only one belt which has teeth like structure from inside. if timing belt is worn, does <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> means only the teeth like belt is worn. what about the other belts. is it not necessary to change them??<br>Which one is a timing belt. we can see around 3 to 4 belts engine to alternator,?<br>it would be easier to help you if you stated what car, and you only have to change the timing belt not all of them, its the one you stated that has the 'teeth structure on the inside' it should go to 2 pulley's at the top of the block that are on your ca<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a>haft and one pulley at the bottom of the block that is on your crankshaft, unless you have a timing light and know what your doing, i suggest you leave it to a mechanic as you can destroy the engine if its not on correctly, but if you don't have that option and don't mine risking it, take the belt off but what ever you do, don't let the pulleys turn a single notch or it will mess up the timing of the internal functions and could cause that much damage it ends up being cheaper to replace the motor...<br>Which one is a timing belt. we can see around 3 to 4 belts engine to alternator,?<br>The timing belt is a actual belt or it might be a chain simular to a bike chain but heavier and stronger. It is closest to the engine block and usually is completely covered so that if a accessory belt were to break it would not interfer with the timing belt. If the timing belt breaks it can cause major damage to the valve train, making it necessary for a whole new head assembly or rebuild.<br><br /><br><br />When the timing belt is replaced is a great time to install all new belts since you have to remove all of them to replace the timing belt anyway.<br>It's the belt attached to the crankshaft pulley(the big one on bottom of engine).<br><br /><br><br />The timing belt is usually covered to protect from the elements, It's a good idea to change it according to manufactures routine maintenance charts that should be in your owners manual, if available. An untrained person can do this but I would advise against it if you've never done it or atleast seen it done. If the belt happens to break while going down the road you will have to have the whole top end of motor rebuilt. <br><br /><br><br />Bottom line is spending a little money now will save you lots of money later. As far as the other belts, anyone can change them. Check them for cracking, fraying, if they squill then they may be stretched and worn. To replace, don't forget how the old ones were on, or you might have a diagram showing the belts routing under the hood somewhere.<br><br />good luck.<br>The belts you are looking at are the accessory drive belts, they are completely different than the timing belt. The timing belt can't be seen on the outside of the engine by just peaking under the hood. It is located on the front of the engine on a V6 or V8, and on a Inline 4 cylinder its still on the %26quot;front%26quot; of the engine but typically on the drivers side of the engine compartment due to the fact that the engine is sideways in the car. <br><br /><br><br />If you don't have much e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>erience with cars i don't suggest changing one on your own due to the fact that if you mess something up you could end up paying extra for someone to clean up your mess, or messing up the cam timing and crushing a valve or worse. <br><br /><br><br />Pay someone to change it, depending on the vehicle, a broking timing belt while driving can DESTROY you upper half of the engine....<br>it would really help to know what kind of motor you are looking at, but as you have described it, It has got to be older, with multiple belts. most stock motors that I have ever seen have have timing belt covered, and would be on the same end of the engine block as the other belts that you are looking at. The timing belt is crucial to the motor operation, and I really don't mean to be rude but unless you have a second car to drive while you learn to find top dead center, my advice on this would be as follows: if you have to ask where it is, then you're better off taking it somewhere to have this belt replaced. Also the timing belt will usually outlive the other belts tenfold, If the car runs reliably then just change the belts that you can see, and enjoy the ride<br>the belts that are visible are V or fanbelts, the cambelt will not be visible, however more info is required, ie:;make, model %26amp; year.<br>those are your accessory belts. the timing belt should be behind a cover.if the teeth are worn and the belt has heat cracks then yes it should be replaced before it leaves you sitting.<br>the timing belt is normally covered. it is usually located near the other belts and pulleysMaximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-63381756036326062062011-10-25T18:13:00.003-06:002011-10-25T18:13:15.952-06:00Can someone tell me what the Honda factory recommends for timing belt service on 97 Prelude?I don't have a manual as i bought the car used and i keep read<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> different things. I want to know what the Honda manufacturer suggests as the timing belt change interval. is <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> 90k miles or 105k miles?<br>Can someone tell me what the Honda factory recommends for timing belt service on 97 Prelude?<br>If you have 90,000 miles on your engine I'd look into replacement ASAP. The saying %26quot;Pay a little now or Pay ALOT later%26quot; definitely applies when it comes to Honda Engines. Because if the belt happens to break a little before it's recommended replacement time, your going to bend valves and cost yourself at least $1000 more for the repairs. My shop recommends changing it every 7 years or 90.000 miles depending on the driving and elements the car is e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>osed to. I'd change the water pump and cam,crank seals while your at it. Also check the condition of the tensioner and idler pulley as well as the drive belts since the labor will be about the same to do so. Good luck and hope this helps.<br>Can someone tell me what the Honda factory recommends for timing belt service on 97 Prelude?<br>Get it done before 100k miles and do your water pump at the same time.<br>Agreed the sooner the better.<br><br />i do mine every 95k miles.<br>The belt may still be serviceable,but for peace of mind change everything under the belt cover.The belt kit is only $105 and includes tensioner(s)The water pump is $38.You can go to Honda for these parts and pay quadruple,or use the site below where I found your parts.A Honda motor is almost forever,the rubber parts aren't.You'll find the labor cost steep and few will use your parts provided (no mark up or profit) A certified Honda dealer charges $700 for a package job,outside jobbers are similar.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-79042010677597124592011-10-25T18:13:00.002-06:002011-10-25T18:13:10.985-06:00When should I change the timing belt in my 04 dodge sx 2.0?My car just h<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> 100k, and I'm wonder<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> when I should be changing the timing belt. Should I be getting the water pump changed as well?<br>When should I change the timing belt in my 04 dodge sx 2.0?<br>100K sounds like its about time to change your timing belt. It's best to buy an owner's manual for any car you own, it also tells you what other maintenance needs to be done and when you need to do it. With most vehicles, the timing belt is behind the water pump and needs to be replaced as well, typically you would have the water pump and timing belt changed at the same time.<br>When should I change the timing belt in my 04 dodge sx 2.0?<br>yes to both 80,000 is a good time, radiator reverse flushed as well,<li><a href=http://medium-hair-styles-ws.blogspot.com/>medium hair styles</a></li><li><a href=http://net.ittwit.com/3781583/how-can-i-lock-a-file>lock file</a></li>Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-21000736758393213602011-10-25T18:13:00.001-06:002011-10-25T18:13:05.967-06:00How do I change the timing belt on my 1990 Honda Civic?Any e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>erts? I'm good w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>h cars but, I have never changed a tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt?<br><br />Can you explain in detail how to do it?<br><br />thanks<br>How do I change the timing belt on my 1990 Honda Civic?<br>1) get some 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 17mm, 19mm, sockets and wrenches. and a 1/16%26quot; allen wrench, small bench vice.<br><br />2) disconnect battery + and tape a rag on it.<br><br />2.1) remove power steering pump and set aside. this can usually be done without disconnecting lines.<br><br />2.2) remove alternator.<br><br />3) turn engine with socket on crank (17mm or 19mm) until timing marks are t.d.c.<br><br />4) remove timing cover (10mm socket) needed for this should be 8 or 10 small bolts.<br><br />5) dont forget the 2 at the oil pan connection below (12mm socket)remove crank pulleys (17mm socket)<br><br />6) once covers are off locate tensioner and insert 1/16%26quot; allen wrench in hole on side of tensioner this will save lots of grief later. and then remove. (12mm socket) <br><br />7) on the valve sprockets there will be a dimple that you line up with a notch on top of cyl head usually at 12:00 position.<br><br />8) remove timing belt.<br><br />9) reverse order to re assemble.<br><br />10) oh darn the allen wrench wont fit because belt is too streched or broken! (no worries, compress in small vise and put allen wrench in make sure that you put it in the correct side or you'll have a problem when you go to remove it after the new belt is on)<br><br />11) just for future reference get yourself a Clymers auto manual. about $20 but worth it.<br><br />12) also i'd replace your water pump while you have it apart because that is a pain to get to.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284508604618691800.post-37159103471739957042011-10-25T18:13:00.000-06:002011-10-25T18:13:00.996-06:00What signs will tell you that the timing belt needs changing?will the engine make a noise<br>What signs will tell you that the timing belt needs changing?<br>Noth<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a>! You have to pull the cover back and look at <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>. There is no sensor that tells you it's bad. Never run a timing belt over 100,000 miles. Honda recommends changing theres every 60,000 miles. Not sure about Toyota but I'm sure it's about the same.<br>What signs will tell you that the timing belt needs changing?<br>usually you wont notice until it snaps. try to replace it as a precaution by about 125,000 to 150,000 miles or sooner if you have a lead foot.<br>nothing<br><br />You just change them at regular intervals<br><br /><br><br />where is the noise coming from?<br>If your Toyota is after 1996, there is a sensor that alerts you if the timing is bad, but this is too late in my opinion. Go by the mileage, a belt should do 100,000 or even more.<br><br />When you do the belt, also change the water pump and the oil pump gasket.<br>Unfortunately there's no way to tell if your timing belt needs changing without removing the upper plastic cover to inspect it visually. If your in doubt as to if it needs to be changed I'd strongly recommend changing it ASAP, if not for piece of mind, then for the saving of hundreds of dollars by doing so. Since you didn't give what year, make, and engine size it's hard to say what will happen if it were to break.The majority of engines are interference motors which tend to bend valves when the t-belt breaks. The saying %26quot;Pay a little now or PAY allot later%26quot; definitely applies when it comes to Timing Belts. Good luck and hope this helps.Maximinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05771295800150107260noreply@blogger.com