Timing belt replacement
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Are you sure this posting is on correct forum ?
Based on the overwhelming information provided about your car I can see why no one responded yet.
I'll make an assumption your referring to a VQ powered vehicle. If so VQ engine uses timing chains designed to last life of engine 250K-300K, so a belt should not be off or broken.
Based on your automotive knowledge presented in this thread would not suggest replacing timing chains yourself. Timing chains and labor would be over 1K.
Likely scenario is your referring to the drive belts mounted on front of timing chain covers. Those run anywhere from $30-$50 each and require two.
Paying a mechanic will be about 2hrs labor and need to know there rates to estimate charges.
Based on the overwhelming information provided about your car I can see why no one responded yet.
I'll make an assumption your referring to a VQ powered vehicle. If so VQ engine uses timing chains designed to last life of engine 250K-300K, so a belt should not be off or broken.
Based on your automotive knowledge presented in this thread would not suggest replacing timing chains yourself. Timing chains and labor would be over 1K.
Likely scenario is your referring to the drive belts mounted on front of timing chain covers. Those run anywhere from $30-$50 each and require two.
Paying a mechanic will be about 2hrs labor and need to know there rates to estimate charges.
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its easier to release tension bolt and pulley from underneath the car on ramps or jacks (removal of belly pan required). pulley nut is 14mm socket, tensioner screw is 12mm socket. car has two belts, one specifically for the a/c, and the main belt that turns the alternator, p/s, .. removal of belt is easier from top after popping off the air intake duct. no grill removal is needed. personally i wouldnt care for the a/c belt since it's harmless if it snaps and falls off after 60-100k miles.
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02-29-2024 08:45 PM