What’s the timing belt change recommendation. Last one was done at 90k
Timing belt
My car has 178000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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The intervals for the timing belt replacement on your Lexus are every 90,000 miles, so you are due for another replacement in another 2,000 miles. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your home to replace your timing belt.
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When to replace the timing belt? Every 60k-90k miles. If an engine is equipped with a timing belt, the timing belt must be replaced at the service interval specified by the vehicle manufacturer regardless of whether or not any problem is visible, typically in the range of 60,000 to 90,000 miles.
Many manufacturers recommend that the timing belt be replaced as part of your regular maintenance every 60,000-100,000 miles. If you haven`t had the timing belt checked in a while, it`s time to contact Lexus of Towson to schedule an appointment for routine maintenance.
There was a timing belt replacement for this huge SUV.
Seven years is the maximum life of the timing belt recommended by most manufacturers. For example, the belt should be replaced even if the engine has only 30,000 miles but is seven years of age. More timing belts break due to age than mileage.
Cambelts or timing belts usually need to be replaced, usually between 40,000 and 100,000 miles. Alternatively, for lower mileage cars, the belt is advised to be replaced around four or five years.
When should you replace the timing belt? It`s important to replace your timing belt at the mileage intervals your vehicle manufacturer recommends. Every manufacturer is different, but typically, it needs to be replaced every 60,000–100,000 miles.
The recommended replacement according to mileage ranges from 60,000 miles to 150,000 miles. If your vehicle is 6 to 10 years old, it is recommended to replace the timing belt.
The average cost for a Lexus GX470 Timing Belt Replacement is between $968 and $1,172. Labor costs are estimated between $425 and $536 while parts are priced between $543 and $636.
Everything else being equal, the V8 transmission combo in the GX 470 and in its various iterations has logged well over 500,000 miles. It`s one of the most dependable motors in automotive history.
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Will a timing belt last 10 years? Most manufacturers recommend replacing the cambelt every 60,000 to 100,000 miles or every 5-7 years, whichever comes first.
However, if the vehicle has a timing belt, there is a very specific interval for replacing it. Timing belt replacement is generally recommended every 60,000 to more than 100,000 miles, depending on the vehicle manufacturer.
The average cost for a Lexus GX470 Timing Belt Replacement is between $972 and $1,173. Labor costs are estimated between $425 and $536 while parts are priced between $547 and $637.
The Lexus GX470 has a timing belt. This is an item that requires maintenance, and will typically need to be replaced every 60,000 to 100,000 miles.
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Timing belt is tight and yet appears to be slipping several teeth when belt is rotated,
ANSWER : This is okay since there are more notches on the belt than the amount on the sprockets. Once you aligned the first time the belt marks will almost never line up perfectly again. The marks are used to put the belt on correctly. They aren’t used as an indicator after the engine is turned again. You should be okay to start the motor as long as timing marks on pulleys line up. If you run into any issues, have a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, assist you with the replacement of the timing belt.
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Can you change the defected water pump without changing its defected belt (which is the drive belt and only belt in this model of
ANSWER : Hello. Yes you can replace the water pump without replacing the serpentine belt. If the belt is worn, and it breaks while you are driving, you can damage a lot of other components in that area. Typically the price of a serpentine belt is relatively inexpensive. You will have to remove the belt to replace the water pump anyway. Since you are likely going to have to purchase a new pump, we do recommend that you purchase a belt at the same time. You SHOULD replace the belt if it is worn, and this is a perfect time to do it. It is not necessarily required, but you are putting yourself at risk of another break down at a later time. Not to mention if the belt is already worn, manipulating off and back onto the vehicle while changing the water pump can further damage it, and shorten the amount of time its got left. Belts should be replaced before they break, as to the amount of damage they can cause when they do break. Again, you may be able to get away with not replacing the belt right now, but if its as worn as you say, its going to break sooner than later and should be replaced.
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What’s the timing belt change recommendation. Last one was done at 90k
ANSWER : The intervals for the timing belt replacement on your Lexus are every 90,000 miles, so you are due for another replacement in another 2,000 miles. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your home to replace your timing belt.
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changing timing belt on 10 year old car with 52k miles, not required till 102 k but decade old belt= bad?
ANSWER : My suggestion would be to take a close look at the belt for microscopic cracks or signs of deterioration. If anything is noted, I would spend the money and replace it as this is a relatively cheap "insurance policy" against the possibility of failure resulting in thousands of dollars of potential damage should it fail. As you know, with this generation of interference engines, a broken belt can cause a nightmare of damage. If you would like to replace your timing belt, a certified technician from YourMechanic can come to your home or office to perform this service.
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Alternator belt noise when running the air conditioning
ANSWER : Hello. Noise signifies a problem. The problem could be a worn belt but the noise could also be due to a faulty tensioner, misaligned pulleys, or glazing on the belt which by the way in certain configurations will result in the accessory drives running below intended speed due to belt slippage.
It’s hard to say what effect WD-40 might have had in possibly masking these other problems, if they exist, and the reality is you can’t keep spraying the belt. In essence, the mechanic is suggesting that the diagnosis be put off for six months to a year (10,000 miles). That is you won’t know for sure if it is just the belt "alone" and not a weak tensioner or a pulley issue for some time to come.
Generally, unperformed maintenance and failure to perform repairs that are needed brings one on to the proverbial slippery slope. It is better to just repair it now if it is a known issue than to wait and wonder. If it were me, I would just fix it now.
If you’d like a fresh pair of eyes on the situation, consider YourMechanic, as one of our mobile technicians can come to your home or office to diagnose the sound you’re hearing for an accurate repair.
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Hi I have a 2004 2.4L automatic Hyundai Sonata. I change the timing belt as it has chewed teeth. I also change the headgasket and
ANSWER : Hi there. Since you completed so many different repairs, it unfortunately opens the door to multiple possible issues that might be the source of your hard to start issue. The first thing I would do is knock off the easy checks; by verifying that all electrical connections, fuel and / or vacuum lines are correctly attached. If everything checks out there, I would either replace the wiring harness to the crankshaft position sensor or check the output from the PCM. Most of the time when crankshaft position sensor issues exist, it’s the wiring harness itself that is faulty. Try those steps and if you still need a hand diagnosing your problem, feel free to contact one of our mobile mechanics and they can come to your location and complete a car is hard to start inspection.
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1992 Acura Legend, when the timing belt goes, is it common for the valves to bend?
ANSWER : If the timing belt break off, the engine’s pistons will hit the valves as the pistons are moving. The engine is an interference engine and can cause damage to the internals of the engine. The last time the belt came off, the engine may have been running at an idle or not under power. It is possible for the valves to be bent. What I recommend doing is performing a leak down test on the engine with a timing belt on the engine and properly timed to determine if the valves were in fact bent. If all of the cylinders have a 80 percent hold and not leaking, then the engine is fine. If there is a mass leak on a cylinder, then the piston did some internal damage. I recommend seeking out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you check your engine’s valve train with a leak down tester.
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Billing and parts question was sent to CS for the cost of parts and labor for valve train and related parts from a broken timing belt for a 1992 Acura Legend with a V6-3.2L engine.
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My timing belt snapped about a year ago , car been sitting for about a year , just recently got the motivation to change the belt
ANSWER : Having the timing belt off by one tooth is enough to cause problems. I suggest having a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, determine the exact cause of your starting issue and to make sure that you have no further engine damage.
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