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What and when to change along with the timing belt

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Timing belt

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Let's clarify some things about the timing belt: this component must be changed according to both time and mileage. Like all parameters expressed in time and kilometers, the condition that occurs first always applies: usually the mileage interval ranges from 100,000 to 180,000 kilometers, and such a wide range is due to the variety of models, as well as the time range, which is between five and eight years.

When changing the belt, the pulleys on which it runs and the water pump must also be replaced.


Posted on 11 April 2025 by ScegliAuto


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