My 2001 4 runner has 89,000 miles. When should I plan on changing the timing belt?
2006-08-27 07:04:48 · 7 answers · asked by Sunshine 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Toyota recommend 100,000 kilometres, most toyota engines are not "free spinning" and if the belt is left too long and fails EXTREME damage can occur. (New heads, valves etc)
2006-08-27 07:09:01 · answer #1 · answered by Brian B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YESTERDAY, TOYOTA'S ARE VERY BAD VEHICLES FOR TIMING BELTS SO BETWEEN 60 AND 70 K OR EVEN 80 WHICH IS PUSHING IT YOU NEED TO HAVE IT CHANGED SPECIALLY IF YOU LIVE IN A HOT CLIMATE IF THAT BELT BRAKES YOU HAVE LOST AN ENGINE IT IS GOOD FOR NOTHING BUT A PAPERWEIGHT
2006-08-27 14:23:11 · answer #2 · answered by handyman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have any doubts get it changed now its only about $15-20 bucks (if you get someone you know to install it) and its great insurance for the what -if but at 100,000 k or like said b4 if it looks worn,dry or cracked
2006-08-27 14:12:03 · answer #3 · answered by rompe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I change my timing belts at 50.000 miles, to be on the safe side.
2006-08-27 14:15:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have it checked at least. If it needs changing then do it. If not then take your chances on the road somewhere.
2006-08-27 14:08:38 · answer #5 · answered by Texan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most vehicles are 90,000-100,000 miles. If you have the manual it should be in there also.
2006-08-27 14:10:29 · answer #6 · answered by spartan_117 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
@ 100,000 or when it looks dry or cracked
2006-08-27 14:07:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋