When do you change the timing belt on a Ducato?
along with the cambelt, I always replace the tensioner and idlers, the water pump and serpentine belt, and also flush out the radiator and add new coolant. Oil and filter change as well. The air filter will get checked, replace as necessary, and I think this year is pollen filter change time too.
Do you need to remove serpentine belt to change timing belt?
Remove the alternator belt. Depending on your model, you may need to remove the serpentine belt to get to the timing belt. Loosen the nuts, pushing the alternator if necessary to create slack on the belt and remove it.
How do you replace a timing belt on a boat?
Replacing the timing belt looks easy enough. Just line up the timing marks and slip the new belt on. I will be getting the service manual for the F80 when I get my new boat. Is the timing belt replacement on the F80 (1998) the same deal?
Do you still have a timing belt on your car?
If you have an older car from the 90s and below, odds are you have a timing belt. Some new car manufacturers, such as Audi, still use timing belts in their engine designs, but for longevity, many manufacturers have switched to metal timing chains that in theory last for the life of the engine.
What’s the best way to change a timing belt?
Loosen the mounting bolt (s) holding the belt tensioner using any special cam holding tools, while following the service manual. Do not remove the tensioner completely unless replacing it. Instead, pivot the spring-loaded tensioner away from the belt and then retighten the mounting bolt (s) to hold the tensioner in the loose position.
When to replace timing belt on a 1993 Camry V6?
The last belt change was at 158K miles…so the current belt & water pump have 60K. When you call Toyota Customer Service, they reference the owners manual which indeed recommends 60K for extreme driving. Customer service rep said she had internal documentation that recommends 60K but no later than 90K for normal driving.
Can a broken timing belt cause a bent valve?
If you have not already bent your valves with a broken timing belt, you will likely do so if you spin the crankshaft without the camshaft spinning. Determine if the harmonic balancer pulley needs to be removed to remove the timing belt cover.
Are there any cars that still use timing belts?
Some new car manufacturers, such as Audi, still use timing belts in their engine designs, but for longevity, many manufacturers have switched to metal timing chains that in theory last for the life of the engine. My advice would be to refer to your owner’s manual and look up the maintenance schedule. If you don’t have one, Google it.