leftie

Hi,

I have 158,000km on our accord. When should I do the timing belt. Any other info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

johnsc2235

You have a timing chain and as long as you have kept up with good oil changes there is no need to replace the chain.

hughmcaper

Really? No need to repave the timing chain? A dealer told me it had to be done at 100,000kms.

Lost Again

Again, the four cyl (Canada I know does - pretty sure UK as well, I see you are using km not miles) have a chain and only will need to be replaced if and when it stretches too much - and again, regular/quality oil changes - level checks will help extend the time.

tech8

Although the 4 cylinder has a timing chain that doesn't require replacement under normal circumstances, there is still a drive belt that should be changed at recommended service intervals.

hughmcaper

Thanks. Actually, this is a USA car. Registered in miles. I do regular oil changes every 10,000m with full synthetic oil. I don't know if it has a chain or belt. But, drive belt shold be replaced at 60,000miles?

tech8

For the drive belt, check the condition of the drive belt (i.e., look at the auto-tensioner gauge position if it is within range (there is a pointer and gauge range on the auto-tensioner), inspect belt for obvious damage; a few cracks (rib side of belt) is not a big concern, only if a lot of cracking or chunks gone then it is a concern). Replace belt if gauge position not within range, or belt damage. Otherwise, under normal conditions, drive belt should be good for at least 105,000 miles. I like to change it a little before or at about 105,000 miles.

hughmcaper

Thanks. I will check all the things you mentioned.