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- How many miles should a cam belt last?
- How do I know if my cam belt needs changing?
- How long does a Ford timing belt last?
- When should you change a cam belt on a Ford Fiesta?
- How much does a Cambelt change cost?
- Does timing belt give warning?
- Will a broken timing belt destroy my engine?
- Is a cam belt a timing belt?
- How long does a Cambelt change take?
- Will a timing belt last 10 years?
- How much does a timing belt cost UK?
- Can I drive with a bad timing belt?
- Can a timing belt last 12 years?
How many miles should a cam belt last?
When to replace the cam belt
Manufacturers will usually recommend to replace your timing belt after a set number of years or miles. This could be anywhere from 40,000 to 100,000 miles or 4+ years. Check your vehicle handbook to see what your manufacturer recommends.
How do I know if my cam belt needs changing?
If it is becoming worn, the belt will appear to look glazed or glossy on the underside. This means the rubber is getting hard and will not provide the flexibility the belt needs. Some signs are much more obvious, such as cracking or fraying. Belts with that kind of damage should be replaced immediately.
How long does a Ford timing belt last?
Ford recommends that you replace the timing belt at 60,000 miles for almost all of its models.
When should you change a cam belt on a Ford Fiesta?
Unlike most cars, which call for timing belt changes around 70,000 to 90,000 miles, the Fiesta requires a timing belt change every 35,000 miles or every three years.
How much does a Cambelt change cost?
The average cambelt change cost is between £290 – £730 for most vehicles in the UK and can vary considerably depending on the car model and garage. The material costs for a new cambelt, tensioner and idler pulley will only be around £70 – £180.
Does timing belt give warning?
The timing belt can fail without any prior symptoms, so if you're within the mileage window, you should go ahead and have it replaced regardless. That being said, sometimes your car will give you a bit of warning that the belt is wearing out.
Will a broken timing belt destroy my engine?
If a timing belt breaks, the engine will no longer work. ... This may result in a heavy damage to the engine with broken or bent valves, damaged pistons and, possibly, destroyed cylinder head and block.
Is a cam belt a timing belt?
The most important maintenance item in your vehicle is the engine's Cambelt (also known as a Timing Belt). A Cambelt is often ribbed and is placed in the car's engine to keep the camshaft and crank timed as it should be.
How long does a Cambelt change take?
The average time taken for a water pump and timing belt change is between 3 to 6 hours.
Will a timing belt last 10 years?
Depending on what schedule you may read, including information distributed by the manufacturers themselves, the average life span of a timing belt is between 60,000 and 105,000 miles or after 7 to 10 years regardless of mileage.
How much does a timing belt cost UK?
The average UK timing belt replacement cost is £350. However, the price can range between £200 and £1,200! Two reasons affect your timing belt cost: The garage you choose.
Can I drive with a bad timing belt?
You can't exactly ignore this problem if your car won't start then you can't drive it. However, if the timing belt breaks while you are driving you will definitely notice and there will almost certainly be additional damage to your engine.
Can a timing belt last 12 years?
Depending on belt quality (what manufacturer). It would be reasonable to change somewhere between 8–10 years. I personally wouldn't run a timing belt more than 8 years, especially on an interference engine (bends the valves when it comes out of time).
