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I just bought 05 Camry LE with 30K miles on it. I am thinking about taking this car to have checked at dealer for 30K maintenance. What needs to be done ussually and is it a good idea(in terms of quality of service and cost etc)?
And what is usual durable stuffs that needs to be replaced regularly(i.e. 5k or 10k?)? I will be taking this car out of country where there isn't Toyota dealership so hoping to buy some stuffs and take along. Thanks.
p.s. I see a lot of discussion on timing belts. On 05 model, is it belt or chain? And how often does it have to be replaced?
Regards
J
The 2007 3.5 Liter v6 engines has a Chain. The 3.0 and 3.3 liter engine on the SE has a belt.
You could check condition of your timing belt by opening plastic cover for inspection.
Make sure that you check their works after installing new belts. It happened to me that the belt for water pump was so tight caused water pump bearing failure after 4 months later. After they changed water pump, then the air conditioning bearing making noise ...
Just thought I'd bring this topic up. I am contemplating having my timing belt done. But I fear the above happening. I had nothing but problems with a corolla I had after a timing belt change. In fact the harmonic balancer snapped months afterwards. It's almost like let the belt break on its own, as long as non-interference.
is there any indication before it freezes up? there is grinding sound when i excelerate. Is this related to the timing belt?
Check with a Toyota dealer or NHTSA for possible recalls relating to the timing belt.
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Belt replacement varies by vehicle make and mileage. Check your owner's manual for suggested maintenance. Here are some warning signs that your timing belt might need to be replaced:
Rough idling
Chattering and other strange engine noises
Difficulty starting the engine
Even if your car is "symptom free" it's still a good idea to check the timing belt regularly."
Your '97 Camry has a "non interference" engine, so if the belt breaks, the engine will quit immediately and you'll be stranded, but there will be no collateral damage (unless you get hit by the guy behind you). Cars with interference engines run the risk of bent valves and damaged pistons when the timing belt breaks -- lots of $$$ down the tubes.
If your car is approaching 90K miles, and you cannot ascertain if the belt was ever replaced in the past, then it's time to do it now!
Oh and BTW, I did have a timing belt break prematurely, on my former 1980 Volvo 240. There was no prior warning; the engine just died suddenly. Luckily we were on a city street in the right lane and had enough momentum to make a right turn and coast to a parking space on a quiet side street. This engine was non interference also, luckily.
Who did the timing belt change?
Not being a 'yota guy', replace the waterpump while you have it apart.
So if the rate is $75 per hour, I'd figure $150 to $225 for labor plus $48 for the plugs, plus tax.
Therefore, the cost is minimal (not counting my time of course).
I'm thinking of buying a 1998 camry LE for my daughter the timing belts have been changed but my question is the car has 140.000 miles on it will i have to change the timing belt again at 160.000?
Thanks from the New Guy
But I'd insist on seeing a receipt for the work done, not just relying on the seller's word.
idle pulley
tensioner pulley
cam shaft seal
crank shaft seal
oil pump seal front & rear
Are replacing these extra parts necessary/recommended? Thanks!!
But not the pulleys.
1. Transmission Fluid Flush (once)
2. Regular Oil change every 3k miles (sometimes synthetic blend)
I'm not aware if the timing belt service was ever performed. I've some cash on me and I'll spend it on maintainence if it's worth it. Also, front suspension has been making a noise ever since I bought the car (especially when it's driven cold or on uneven roads). It doesnt bother me but if its cheaper to fix while doing timing belt I'll do that.
So please advise me:
1. Should I get timing belt service? If yes, what other parts should be changed with it?
2. Is the suspension noise mainly due to struts? Are they cheaper to repair with timing belt?
3. Is there a way to find out if timing belt service was ever performed on the vehicle?
Thanks in advance,
2. I never had this problem, so I can't comment. I do know that the replacing the struts wouldn't cost any less if done with the timing belt.
3. No, unless you know where the car was serviced and if the records still exist. But you're up to the point where the belt should be replaced again anyway.
-Ray
Just wondering any ideas where to get the timing belt changed i.e. Dealer or other repair shops.What can i expect to pay(in Maryland) Is it necessary to change water pump and how much does it add to the cost. I am on a budget. Any help will be appreciated. Thank you.
Macdawg......Timing belt before 07-08 camry?
At least they wised up and went with a chain now.
later
Caaz
1) If you travel 80 miles per day highway mostly at night
2) you purchased your car new 2002
3) you plan to keep your car for the next 5 or so yrs(so you can buy a boat)
You may as well pay now or pay more later so I invested in my Betsy (and in myself). Ladies, read carefully. I visited this website just to make sure that the body shop or dealership weren't telling things just to drain my poskets but I've had my car for five years and the only maint. I've had done was regular oil changes (per 5,000miles), new breaks, new tires (regularly rotated and balanced) and a recent fuel system clean b/c of the amount of miles I put on the car per day (I gotta go to work). So If you are like me and you're wondering where your owner's manual is or if the dealerships/bodyshops are yinging your yang (oh and you have around or about 900.00 to spend), read the following.... 1st time for all of this stuff and Delray made me feel good about myself after I sat and read all of the other questions and delray's recommendations. Bodyshop prices vary but I hear this is reasonable.
CAMRY 3.0L V6 2002
Timing Belt.......had replaced at 99,000 @ 267.00 includes labor
Water Pump.......85.00 including labor costs since its next to the belt
Engine Air filter.........26.00
Engine Gaskets......front and rear 199.00 including labor
Tune up or Spark plug ........160.00 including labor
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p,s, your car will last as long as you want it to, even 15 or 20 years as long as you wash it, wax it, detail it, and take good maintainence care for it.
yes, been that way for a long time.
Secondly, how does its anti-theft security works if it has at all, as a standard for the XLE?
Lastly, is the '02 Camry XLE, 3.0L V6 a more durable and reliable car with a second hand value than its LE, 2.4L V4 counterpart? I am asking this, because all I see around me is the LE, 2.4L V4 model. It seems there is a reason why people prefer this?
Thanks 210delray and all other respondents in anticipation.
Call Pep Boys, and ask them what they'd do it for. Heck, Jiffy Lubes might even do it.