Timing Belt
Hey All,
I have to replace my timing belt on my 99SI and I'm wondering should I replace the water pump and tensioner along with it? If I do replace the water pump, is there much more labour involved or is it relatively short labour? |
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most likely you dont have to change the tensioner but the water pump i would always change when changing the belt
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Originally Posted by jdm211
(Post 64888)
most likely you dont have to change the tensioner but the water pump i would always change when changing the belt
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once the belt is off its 4 or 5 10mm bolts, and on the d-series i think you need to take off the upper alternator bracket/mount thats attached to the water pump.
Should only take another 30 minutes max once you get the belt off |
Thanks for the replies guys... Any other opinions on whether I should change the water pump and tensioner?
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the only other opinion youll get is not to change the pump and tensioner.
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Originally Posted by szuberi
(Post 64935)
the only other opinion youll get is not to change the pump and tensioner.
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so whats the worry, if u got labour for free and parts at discount...do it all lol
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yeah, it's not a big deal, just replace it all in one shot. parts aren't that expensive compared to if you gotta do it over again next year when the WP takes a crap, or even worse if the tensioner seizes and snaps the belt.
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who cares about the tensioner, just change the waterpump and timing belt.
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Originally Posted by kingjames1983
(Post 64988)
who cares about the tensioner, just change the waterpump and timing belt.
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your right there, you mine as well do it, how much more could it cost for that part? honestly, saves u a possible headache later on!
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just change all three when u take the belt out it's really easy to change the pulley and the water pump usually when u change the timing belt u always change the water pump as well it's just easy and only a lil more money and time
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Question, how do I prevent the engine from turning over since I'm going to be unscrewing the crank pulley bolt? Should I put it in drive?
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Originally Posted by sleeperz
(Post 65971)
Question, how do I prevent the engine from turning over since I'm going to be unscrewing the crank pulley bolt? Should I put it in drive?
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Using an impact gun on the bolt usually takes off the bolt without turning the crank. Another method is to use a special tool that holds the crank from moving while you can fit a socket in the middle of the tool to turn the crank pulley bolt off. Side note: be careful not to lose the small key holding the crank pulley to the crankshaft snout.
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if you feel un-easy and near Oakville.. i can come give you a hand.
I also have the crank holder tool. If you dont have this tool, put the car in drive, parking brake up and/or step on the brakes (a friend obviiously). If this doesn't work, you'll need an impact gun or a special tool |
Well, got the timing belt done, tensioner, and water pump. We did not have a crank pulley bolt holder so the only way to remove the bolt was to remove the starter, jam the flywheel with a screwdriver, and then attempt to remove the bolt, which finally gave off after several attempts. No damage occured to the flywheel, which was a relief too. Definitely a time consuming task!
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