Timing belt change

VibeMike · Post by **VibeMike** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 9:19 am

Does anyone know the general mileage a timing belt should be changed? I am over 100,000 miles with my original belt and I figure I am overdue for this change. I understand it is better to change it before it breaks on you--Mister Obvious!!!

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 9:21 am

The Vibe has a timing chain.

ColonelPanic · Post by **ColonelPanic** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 10:11 am

No maintenance ever needed! It takes a lot of miles to screw up the chain.

jtnovibe · Post by **jtnovibe** » Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:25 am

Maybe he's referring to the serpentine belt? I didn't see anything in the owner's manual about when that should be changed.-JT

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:42 am

Quote, originally posted by jtnovibe Â»Maybe he's referring to the serpentine belt? I didn't see anything in the owner's manual about when that should be changed.-JTWhen it looks cracked or when it breaks, probably 100,000+ miles.

ColonelPanic · Post by **ColonelPanic** » Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:45 am

Yeah, they don't usually specify a service interval for drive belts... basically you just have to watch them and get them replaced when they become worn. If it is 100k on the original serpentine belt, do get that replaced...

VibeMike · Post by **VibeMike** » Mon Dec 08, 2008 9:44 am

Yes I was referring to the timing belt/chain--I know some autos do have chains which last much longer--so I am glad the Vibes have chains not belts. However since I am over 100,000 on my original belts, I will have them checked soon. Thanks!

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