My timing belt is off and I would like to know how much it would cost to replace the timing belt if i took into the dealership or if I did it myself. If I replace the belt, can someone tell me how to do it?

 

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.

 

It's an easy job to do your self.

Print out belt schematics
Remove air intake thing
Remove the grille
Release the tensioner
Remove the belt
Replace the belt based on schematics
Tighten up the tensioner
Replace air intake thing
Replace the grille
DONE.

 

If u have to ask then that means u shouldn't do it and get it done by a person with automotive knowledge..

 

Wrong. There are plenty of things people come to this site to ask about and successfully accomplish with little to no prior knowledge about them.

 

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.