My bad if this question has already been asked. I'm going to purchase a water pump + timing belt for my '98 honda accord dx auto (167,000km). I was told there are two kinds of timing belts: one is for the balance shaft and the other is crankshaft. Which one do I need?

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Both....Also replace the cam, crank and balance shaft seals (and balance shaft seal retainer if not already equipped with one) while your doing this. Check the two tensioners/springs to make sure they are still in good condition. No use doing this job twice.

 

Thanks for your help

 

This is a pretty easy job...I purchased "Eric the Car Guys" video on how to do it (I think I paid 12 bucks) and I would highly recommend it.

My balance shaft was out of time (and it was very noticeable)...Eric kinda "eyeballs" how to set the balance shaft..this is how I did it (now the engine is very smooth):


If you cruise youtube, you can see alotta videos on how the belt job is done....again, Eric's was very useful and worth it (in my opinion)...he has a few tricks and tips that helped.

Good Luck!