timing belt replacement
08-20-2003, 09:30 PM
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timing belt replacement
hi,
i have 66k miles on my 1999 TL-P and id like to know when i should replace the timing belt, and how do i know if it needs to be replaced.. (will i feel something slipping or some kind of **** ? )
also how much will i have to pay to get this done?
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i have 66k miles on my 1999 TL-P and id like to know when i should replace the timing belt, and how do i know if it needs to be replaced.. (will i feel something slipping or some kind of **** ? )
also how much will i have to pay to get this done?
thx
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08-20-2003, 09:53 PM
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I think when a timing belt breaks, the car just stops moving. I assume that most people would not let it get that far and would replace the timing belt according to the manufacturer's recommendation in the Users Manual. I would have to consider myself extremely lucky when the timing belt in my 86' prelude broke and I literally coasted to my driveway and called AAA. 
08-21-2003, 12:00 PM
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yo,
I have 98k on my '99. I have not replaced my belt yet although I am planning to call Acura and get the car scheduled for the work.
I believe that the recommended is for ~90k although some folks just feel better doing it earlier.
As far as knowing whether it is going out...no symptoms will precede a failure. Like previously posted, it will just break and the car will stop...simple as that.
Expect to drop some coinage on the job. Remember, it is best to also change out all of the belts, hoses, and h20 pump while they are replacing the TB. i am thinking the work should run in the 500-800 range with all the work that is necessary. That equates to about 1 1/2 - 2 car payments so while it is not cheap, replacing the car due to catastrophic failure is not a good option :-)
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I have 98k on my '99. I have not replaced my belt yet although I am planning to call Acura and get the car scheduled for the work.
I believe that the recommended is for ~90k although some folks just feel better doing it earlier.
As far as knowing whether it is going out...no symptoms will precede a failure. Like previously posted, it will just break and the car will stop...simple as that.
Expect to drop some coinage on the job. Remember, it is best to also change out all of the belts, hoses, and h20 pump while they are replacing the TB. i am thinking the work should run in the 500-800 range with all the work that is necessary. That equates to about 1 1/2 - 2 car payments so while it is not cheap, replacing the car due to catastrophic failure is not a good option :-)
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08-21-2003, 12:47 PM
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You will not know when it needs replacing. However you can find out when it's about to go. if you get regular checkups on the condition of your timing belt you will know about when it needs to be replaced. I know my 2k2 has a suggested maintainence of 105K miles.
I'd recommend getting it replaced before it conks out. I've heard more then a few stories of the timing belt giving out, and damage to cams/cylinder becuase of stuck open valves.
I know i get things in the mail from my Honda dealer about changing TB in v-6 accord. Of around the same age it's around $500, but who know's how different the Acura really is.
I'd recommend getting it replaced before it conks out. I've heard more then a few stories of the timing belt giving out, and damage to cams/cylinder becuase of stuck open valves.
I know i get things in the mail from my Honda dealer about changing TB in v-6 accord. Of around the same age it's around $500, but who know's how different the Acura really is.
08-22-2003, 06:19 PM
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Replace your belt at 105k.. Thats what Honda recomends. Make sure you have a competent person do it. And change the water pump while they are there. You will probably spend about 7 or 8 bills on the job. Parts and labor. Make sure they use Honda parts. If I was you I would have the dealer do it. Seeing as a bunch of 2003 's were called in for tbellts and water pumps most of the guys know how to do em.
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Originally posted by RACINGHART03
Replace your belt at 105k.. Thats what Honda recomends. Make sure you have a competent person do it. And change the water pump while they are there. You will probably spend about 7 or 8 bills on the job. Parts and labor. Make sure they use Honda parts. If I was you I would have the dealer do it. Seeing as a bunch of 2003 's were called in for tbellts and water pumps most of the guys know how to do em.
Replace your belt at 105k.. Thats what Honda recomends. Make sure you have a competent person do it. And change the water pump while they are there. You will probably spend about 7 or 8 bills on the job. Parts and labor. Make sure they use Honda parts. If I was you I would have the dealer do it. Seeing as a bunch of 2003 's were called in for tbellts and water pumps most of the guys know how to do em.
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Re: JUST GOT AN OFFER FROM RICK CASE IN THE MAIL
Originally posted by kman156
FOR A FREE TIMING BELT! I JUST HAVE TO PAY FOR LABOR.
don't need a timing belt though.
FOR A FREE TIMING BELT! I JUST HAVE TO PAY FOR LABOR.
don't need a timing belt though.
11-13-2003, 06:01 PM
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Re: Re: JUST GOT AN OFFER FROM RICK CASE IN THE MAIL
Originally posted by kennelm
The belt costs like $50 while the labor is like $500? I think I'd offer that deal too if I was the dealer. But, if you need a new belt, it's not such a bad deal...
The belt costs like $50 while the labor is like $500? I think I'd offer that deal too if I was the dealer. But, if you need a new belt, it's not such a bad deal...
11-13-2003, 06:14 PM
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Originally posted by kman156
dude, the labor is an hour 15 min at most! $75-90 per hour dependeing on dealer. not a bad deal to get it done right! where did you get $500?
dude, the labor is an hour 15 min at most! $75-90 per hour dependeing on dealer. not a bad deal to get it done right! where did you get $500?
To correct my original post, I should have put the total cost of the repair in the neighborhood of $500. The labor cost would probably be something like $300. The $500 estimate would include the labor, the belt, and also the water pump, which is normally replaced as part of this repair since it is relatively cheap, there is no additional labor, and it would really suck to have to tear everything apart later if the water pump failed.
Of course, you can probably save some money by having an independent shop do the repair.
Check this thread: http://www.acura-tl.com/forum/showth...ming+belt+cost
11-13-2003, 07:02 PM
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i have 227k on mine and i havent replaced it yet. i checked the dealer awhile back on the timing belt water pump replacement and it was close to 800 for the job
11-13-2003, 07:57 PM
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Originally posted by fsttyms1
i have 227k on mine and i havent replaced it yet. i checked the dealer awhile back on the timing belt water pump replacement and it was close to 800 for the job
i have 227k on mine and i havent replaced it yet. i checked the dealer awhile back on the timing belt water pump replacement and it was close to 800 for the job
227k :wow: :wow:
do you sleep in your TL ???
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11-13-2003, 07:58 PM
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it has been known to happen
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11-13-2003, 10:53 PM
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Originally posted by fsttyms1
i have 227k on mine and i havent replaced it yet. i checked the dealer awhile back on the timing belt water pump replacement and it was close to 800 for the job
i have 227k on mine and i havent replaced it yet. i checked the dealer awhile back on the timing belt water pump replacement and it was close to 800 for the job
Thanks 4 the info...sure is encouraging to know these cars are capable of that kind of longevity.
Out of curiosity, do u still have the same tranny/motor?? Any major problems along the way??
11-13-2003, 10:54 PM
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Originally posted by kman156
dude, the labor is an hour 15 min at most! $75-90 per hour dependeing on dealer. not a bad deal to get it done right! where did you get $500?
dude, the labor is an hour 15 min at most! $75-90 per hour dependeing on dealer. not a bad deal to get it done right! where did you get $500?
11-14-2003, 09:19 AM
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Originally posted by sc354
I think he means 127k miles???
227??
I think he means 127k miles???
227??
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