434 posts, read 1,055,704 times 319 posts, read 737,166 times 1,357 posts, read 4,320,939 times Originally Posted by yo vanilla yes i forgot about that its run off the belt too.thats what we do.yup good one.yo vanilla. 7,214 posts, read 18,888,195 times It depends on the cars on what it costs and location. On that car (97 Camry), at a dealer around here it would be about $300-$400, but an indy might do it cheaper. I have a Lexus (by Toyota), but know a girl whose dad is a Toyota tech. When I need work on that car, he will normally do it at his home garage cheaper. The PO of my Lexus took it to a dealer in Atlanta for a timing belt replacement and they charged them $1500! My dealer charges $500 for the same car for a t-belt change. They wanted $500 for the t-belt replacement on my old Toyota Tundra V8. Coolant - I think Toyota recommends the RED or PINK coolant. The dealer put pink coolant in mine. Mercedes recommends Mercedes coolant OR Zerex G5, or G05, or whatever it is.

As far as your other issues, your accelerator linkages may need to be lubed (in the engine bay) and your brake pads may need replaced. Oil leak is probably a bad oil seal (my aunt has a 93' Camry that had that issue and yes its common on these). Also, could be as simple as a loose drain plug, or a bad gasket on it. 2,405 posts, read 2,643,856 times 2,678 posts, read 7,388,313 times Originally Posted by unconsciousBuy Shower Curtains Online Australia that would only be true if this was an interference engine. Duvet Cover Queen Turquoiseare you sure it is?T Shirt And Denim Quilt Originally Posted by zoomzoom3although, many manufacturers have begun to make the change anyway. 7,748 posts, read 14,728,356 times

I'll take belts over chains any day. The cost to replace the belt in my car is $26 because I can do it myself. The cost to replace the timing chain and guides in my wife's VW is ~$1000 because you have to drop the tranny and I can't do it myself. Even if I could the cost of parts is around $200. You can hear the timing chain guide vanes and they are worn at 100k. VR6 timing chain - CarSpace Automotive ForumsComplete Car & Truck Repair, Tires and Factory Maintenance Services Full Service Tire & Auto Repair Shop with three locations in Colorado to Serve you. CENTENNIAL CO 303-220-0249 | LITTLETON CO 303-794-5545 | 5 Signs of a Failing Ignition 3 Signs it is Time for Clutch Repair Does my car need new tires? Here's how to tell! What is Leaking from my Car? The Major Benefits of Quality Replacement Auto Parts Top 7 Auto Electric Problems How can an Auto Repair Shop become a NAPA AutoCare Center? 5 Transmission Troubles that Require Repair 5 signs it's time to make an appointment for brake repair

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Preparing for Winter Driving If you're vehicle has more than 70,000 miles on it, there's a hidden danger you should know about. It's a fairly small part that's wearing out, and if it breaks before you replace it, it could destroy your engine. We're talking about the timing belt. It's a sad but common tale: someone's driving down the road, and the belt snaps. The car stalls and won't restart. A tow truck hauls the car to the auto repair shop, and the driver discovers it will cost $2000 or more to rebuild the engine. It's common because it happens to a lot of people; it's sad because it's so preventable. It's a small, toothed belt that connects the camshaft to the crankshaft, regulating the timing of the valves. It's durable and takes a lot of abuse, but it won't last forever. If it breaks, the pistons immediately begin slapping against the open valves, damaging the engine and racking up huge repair costs. Replacing the timing belt is part of regular auto maintenance, and should be performed between 70,000-110,000 miles.

The cost to replace the belt depends on the type of car you're driving, but the average rate is a few hundred dollars. However, as we've already pointed out, the cost of letting it break can run in the thousands. The timing belt can fail without any prior symptoms, so if you're within the mileage window, you should go ahead and have it replaced regardless. That being said, sometimes your car will give you a bit of warning that the belt is wearing out. You should take the car to a qualified auto repair shop if you experience any of the following: Don't be one of the thousands who have to have their engines rebuilt over one small part. Replace the timing belt in time, and save yourself thousands in auto repair costs. In Mountain View and Palo Alto, The Car Doctor combines expert auto repair with stellar customer service at affordable rates, with online special offers that can save you even more. For a free quote on timing belt replacement and other repairs or maintenance, they can be reached at (650) 492-6853