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How to Replace a Timing Belt

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Parts needed:
Timing Belt
Tools needed:
Combination Wrench Set 3/8 in. Drive Ratchet
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Estimated Costs:

DIY Costs
Est. $98.15 parts only Shop Costs
Est. $392.50 in parts and labor
Costs are based on averages for all vehicles.

Guide Steps

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1
 
  Open the hood and locate your timing belt cover.
Timing belt cover viewed from standing over the engine compartment
2
 
Remove the negative battery cable.
Disconnecting battery cable
3
 
Remove the harmonic balancer (pulley attached to the crankshaft).
Harmonic balancer removed from the crankshaft pulley
4
 
Unbolt timing cover.
Upper timing belt cover screws removed for removal of cover
5
 
Gain access to valve timing marks. This may require removing valve cover.
Timing mark on the camshaft pulley
6
 
Align the camshaft and crankshaft sprocket timing marks. These marks are typically on the sprockets, cylinder head and engine block.
Timing mark on crankshaft pulley
7
 
Remove the timing belt.
Timing belt removed
8
 
Install new timing belt. Recheck the alignment of the camshaft and crankshaft.
9
 
Install new timing cover seal and timing cover.
10
 
Install the harmonic balancer. This may require a special tool depending on your model.
Harmonic balancer installed with crankshaft bolt
11
 
Re-install all the accessories that where removed to gain access to the timing cover. Also lower the engine back down on vehicles if you needed to lift the motor.
12
 
Fill radiator with 50/50 mix coolant to distilled water.
Coolant topped off
13
 
Replace oil filter.
14
 
Fill engine with new oil.
15
 
Reconnect negative cable on battery terminal.
Negative Battery Cable
16
 
Start engine and recheck all fluids.
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