My last car was an emotional choice. Cost me time, nerves, money and ended up selling it before registering it. Every screw i turned gave me new surprises
Greg! Thank you so much for your clear and concise answer to whether or not my 2007 CR-V has a timing belt or chain. Most likely you won't be surprised that I have had both answers from two different Service people. Thanks again.
Greg, -- This is the second video that I have watched where you make a reference to clicking a link in the top left of your video. Both video's (washing your engine) and this one have no links to click on in the videos and there is no extra or second (a just in case) link in the description block.
There is one exception to this guide that I can think of. That is the 93-97 Corolla with the 1.6L or 1.8L 4 cylinder. The front cover is metal and the valve cover extends over it however it is a timing belt. Requires a new valve cover gasket when the belt is changed. Not sure why they did that, just know that they did. Always has to be one exception to the rule right haha
My 1981 Dodge Colt had a belt & the engine had to be removed to change it. Dealer wanted $500 (in 1985) I found a mechanic who would do it for $400 but he wasn't careful about lining up the gear teeth to the belt so the distributor cap & rotor burned up & stranded me every 40-60 miles. Took it to another mechanic who removed the engine again & reinstalled the belt correctly for $500. That was the last vehicle I owned with a timing belt. The purpose of a timing belt is to make more money for the dealer every 60K miles.
chain is good if it's durable and reliable . I have frontier and chain tensioner gave out at 160k - i have a friend who has GMC canyon and chain was stretched, it was hard to replace.
really burns me that manufacturers are still ripping their own customers off with needless maintenance ? Why build a car with a belt ? by the time the job is done the mechanic has screwed you for nearly a grand ,they always change the water pump and tensioners .Just on that fact I avoid cars with belts no matter how good their supposed to be . Even Honda has no excuse , only the CRV has a chain from my research , what a load of crap .Not only are customers faced with eighty to hundred dollar per hour shop charge , but forced to do unnecessary maintenance at that . If you dont change the belt then you'll really be screwed , with a telephone pole .
not just that some belts break way before 40ks. When they said it should last every 80k. Chain takes the stress off knowing when it will break or not because if it does, Its the chain that broke and not having to worry about how many ks you;'ve done with a belt and all that bs.
Belts are cheaper to fit (and in case of Volkswagen Group products, probably safer too). In a market with ever-decreasing margins and increasingly competitiveness it makes sense to make it a regular maintenance part. also the water pump and tensioners are replaced at the same time because they usually have around the same maintenance intervals as a belt, and it saves time and money. With chains they are on the same schedule.
millwrightman99 my father said that once the timing belt get broken its basically saying goodbye to your car, because the engine is now damaged. He prefer more on the timing gear
In the case of Honda t-belt vehicles, it’s better to go ahead and replace the tensioner and water pump when you get your t-belt replaced. Reasons why.... The water pump is driven and covered by the t-belt. So if your pump fails 10k miles after you’ve done a t-belt, and opted out of pump replacement, you’re looking at spending just as much in labor as you did for the belt replacement. Why pay $800 twice, when you can knock it all out in one shot? The pump and the tensioner aren’t THAT expensive. Next reason... Honda t-belts are scheduled for replacement at 105k miles... so is your coolant. When I take your water pump off, I lose most of your coolant, too. So, when you come in to the dealership for a new t-belt, you’re also getting a coolant replacement, a new water pump, and a new t-belt tensioner. Most of the cost is labor.... the parts are cheap(ish). Personally, I’d knock out 5 birds with one stone and happily hand my service advisor my visa for a job well done.
I've been working in shops for 15 years now. We are not out to get you it makes no sense to not replace the tensioner and water pump while you are in there to replace the belt. And I have seen it before someone wanted to save some money by not changeing the water pump then 8k miles later there goes the water pump and guess what you have to pay the labor to replace it after the tech was already in there. So just spend a little extra money and you will have a pice of mind. I've also worked on other cheap person's car that didn't want to change the belt when the water pump failed so I replace the pump and then about 20k miles later the belt broke. Also depending on the engine if the belt snaps its not the end of the engine as long as it is a non- intereferince engine.
Well explained. thank you so much for this useful technical information. Iwould appreciate if you could also provide the same technical video on ATF (automatic transmission fluid) change intervals.
on early honda cr-v every 50-60 thousand KM depending on use. Since one quart automatic transmission fluid costs less than 10 USD, I would service it more often. I do the manual gear fluid every 30-35 thousand km. About every two years de facto.
Hi Greg. I have a 2010 model Toyota RAV4. Upon startup, it's loud but then gets quiet again after about 2-3 seconds. Is this the sound of the chain on a dry startup & just needs to get lubed? Thanks!
However, just watched a video were they thought they had a belt only to find a chain after removing the lower cover? This was on a ford transit connect 1.6 engine. Seems like they have a belt under the plastic cover and a belt or chain under a lower cast cover? Some cars are different I suppose?
1st and foremost thank you for your wisdom. secondly on the new subaru engines they went back to a timing chain. on the link you provided it shows that sohc have non-interferance engines and the dohc have interferance engines. Have you ever seen an engine with a timing chain that has an Non-Interference engine
Replacing a timing belt usually is not that big of a deal and anybody with some level of mechanical aptitude can do it. Just make sure you use a manual and do your timing right
Hi there I have a Peugeot 206, we recently changed an oil pan as the drain nut was stuck but in the process we saw a chain which was dipped into the initial oil pan however on inspecting the engine from above, we noticed a plastic cover on the left so could that mean that my car runs on a timing belt or a timing chain?
Timing chains need to be replaced just like timing belts.this would include chain guides as well.just not as often as a belt.belts do have their benefits as well as chains.
Depending on the design of the engine yes. With my experience of a certified automotive technician if it is an pushrod engine. Those chains tend to last the life of the vehicle. While most ohc (over head cam) engines tend to need more maintenance do to worn out tensioner ,chain guides and some engines have a timing chain driven water pump as well.
i owned a 2002 chevy cavieler and a 2005 nissan sentra and both had timing chains i never needed to replace. both just fine for all the years i owned them.
FALSE !!! Timing chains stretch over time and gears , tensioners and guides wear out quickly. Manufacturing is the problem because they want you to buy a new vehicle. Most timing chains need replacement around 150000 miles… or you can destroy your engine completely
that 'complete list' doesn't include the Toyota Corolla 1.3 which a friend of mine has, her belt broke and the garages are quoting here exorbitant amounts of money to fix it! Do you know if the 1.3L Toyota's are interference or non-interference engines? Mine is a Mazda 323 1.6 and i know it's a non-interference engine already so i don't need to worry about mine ;)
Where is the guide to the interference and non-interference engines? He points towards the corner of the screen but there is no guide to be found anywhere!
I bought a Corolla 2002 recently and wonder to know it is belt or chain there is a platic cover at top of engine and some belts seen left side of engine, are they timing belts? while googled and mentioned corolla 02 has a chain! confused.
It's a serpentine belt that runs off your crank shaft, water pump, power steering, alternator and so on. Hope this helps you out. You should also change this belt once you start to see wear. Usually there's a pulley that you can use a 3/8 socket wrench that will let you release the tension on the belt so you can change it out. But if you think it's to much work take it to someone that can do for you.
It's not free ? It seems I can't access it withoutm [ayimg to find out if car is interference or not ? I've 2016 Focus SE 2.0L GDI Flex fuel . engine . Can someone tell me if loose timing band will bend rods and valves ? One says yes another says no way . What's the truth ?? verry hard to find a good mechani
Hello. Can somekne help me with list. I find it difficult to track somehow. I have 2.0 turnier tdci ford focus 2015. So is my car engine non interference or otherway arround.
Hi, i was wondering about something, the GM 3.8L V6 engine that started production in 1995 and onward is not on your list. Its from a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix, is it an Interference Engine or a Non-Interference Engine? If anyone knows that would be a big help!
Yeah I was scratching my head also, I see some people in the comments thanking him for the notes on a non interference motor, does anyone know where to find those notes he's talking about?
10 years later, still incredibly useful, especially in the "post-COVID" car market. Thanks for sharing--
Good advice. Most people buy cars emotionally, when, in fact, the long-term maintenance issues can nickel & dime you to death. Buy the chain.
Absolutely. Get a non interference engine also.
what about emotional attachment to a 3vz camry
@EverLast7 yeah I know I was making a joke about that lol
My last car was an emotional choice. Cost me time, nerves, money and ended up selling it before registering it. Every screw i turned gave me new surprises
@@alikilicaslan6045 what's her name, & do you still have her number? 😂
Greg! Thank you so much for your clear and concise answer to whether or not my 2007 CR-V has a timing belt or chain. Most likely you won't be surprised that I have had both answers from two different Service people. Thanks again.
I really wish I seen this before i bought my car. Thanks for the useful info!
This was really helpful. Looking to buy my first car, a Corolla of course, and wanted to know which 1 it had.
Very good exposure, I was looking for it. Also your interference and not interference engine list is highly appreciated by me. Thanks a lot. Roberto
The link is on the right side, little round circle with an >i< in it.
Thanks Carl. Really appreciate your channel. Great work
You might just give Scotty Kilmer a run for his money. You do a good job! Great information!
Great simple video with valuable advice.
Timing chains break. Did on my 22r Toyota. You are correct about interference engines will bend your valves and piston damage.
Came across this video after 7 years thanks Greg...
Absolute wealth of information. Useless information No Doubt
Greg,
-- This is the second video that I have watched where you make a reference to clicking a link in the top left of your video. Both video's (washing your engine) and this one have no links to click on in the videos and there is no extra or second (a just in case) link in the description block.
I am unable to find the link also 🙁
@@caziko48 Just hold on. He's going to answer any day now.
Thanks,greetings from Belgium.
There is one exception to this guide that I can think of. That is the 93-97 Corolla with the 1.6L or 1.8L 4 cylinder. The front cover is metal and the valve cover extends over it however it is a timing belt. Requires a new valve cover gasket when the belt is changed. Not sure why they did that, just know that they did. Always has to be one exception to the rule right haha
The same with my Civic 1.4 6gen from 2001. Timing belt change requires a valve cover gasket replacement.
I Respect this Man. I will only buy a car with a timing chain.
Because he do sweet chain music
98 Toyota corrola chain baby👍
Thanks for the good info and easy explanation
Excellent video mate.
Thank you so much.
GREAT VIDEO LIKE THE WAY YOU INFORM US ABOUT ENGINE
My 1981 Dodge Colt had a belt & the engine had to be removed to change it. Dealer wanted $500 (in 1985) I found a mechanic who would do it for $400 but he wasn't careful about lining up the gear teeth to the belt so the distributor cap & rotor burned up & stranded me every 40-60 miles. Took it to another mechanic who removed the engine again & reinstalled the belt correctly for $500. That was the last vehicle I owned with a timing belt. The purpose of a timing belt is to make more money for the dealer every 60K miles.
Thanks for the information. Really appreciate 🙏
thanks a bunch! this will be a lifetime memory for me!
chain is good if it's durable and reliable . I have frontier and chain tensioner gave out at 160k - i have a friend who has GMC canyon and chain was stretched, it was hard to replace.
thank you for this. I was wondering how to quickly identify this.
You've got 631,258 views and 116 comments because .. you said it all. THANKS SO MUCH for the tip(s).
Another Great Video. Thanks Greg!
Great and much needed information! Tfs!
I wish I had this info before buying my Acura
Great video!
this man is wonderfulI like the explanationit was so helpful
Good little advice video. 👍
really burns me that manufacturers are still ripping their own customers off with needless maintenance ?
Why build a car with a belt ?
by the time the job is done the mechanic has screwed you for nearly a grand ,they always change the water pump and tensioners .Just on that fact I avoid cars with belts no matter how good their supposed to be .
Even Honda has no excuse , only the CRV has a chain from my research , what a load of crap .Not only are customers faced with eighty to hundred dollar per hour shop charge , but forced to do unnecessary maintenance at that .
If you dont change the belt then you'll really be screwed , with a telephone pole .
not just that some belts break way before 40ks. When they said it should last every 80k. Chain takes the stress off knowing when it will break or not because if it does, Its the chain that broke and not having to worry about how many ks you;'ve done with a belt and all that bs.
Belts are cheaper to fit (and in case of Volkswagen Group products, probably safer too). In a market with ever-decreasing margins and increasingly competitiveness it makes sense to make it a regular maintenance part.
also the water pump and tensioners are replaced at the same time because they usually have around the same maintenance intervals as a belt, and it saves time and money. With chains they are on the same schedule.
millwrightman99 my father said that once the timing belt get broken its basically saying goodbye to your car, because the engine is now damaged. He prefer more on the timing gear
In the case of Honda t-belt vehicles, it’s better to go ahead and replace the tensioner and water pump when you get your t-belt replaced. Reasons why....
The water pump is driven and covered by the t-belt. So if your pump fails 10k miles after you’ve done a t-belt, and opted out of pump replacement, you’re looking at spending just as much in labor as you did for the belt replacement. Why pay $800 twice, when you can knock it all out in one shot? The pump and the tensioner aren’t THAT expensive.
Next reason... Honda t-belts are scheduled for replacement at 105k miles... so is your coolant. When I take your water pump off, I lose most of your coolant, too.
So, when you come in to the dealership for a new t-belt, you’re also getting a coolant replacement, a new water pump, and a new t-belt tensioner. Most of the cost is labor.... the parts are cheap(ish). Personally, I’d knock out 5 birds with one stone and happily hand my service advisor my visa for a job well done.
I've been working in shops for 15 years now. We are not out to get you it makes no sense to not replace the tensioner and water pump while you are in there to replace the belt. And I have seen it before someone wanted to save some money by not changeing the water pump then 8k miles later there goes the water pump and guess what you have to pay the labor to replace it after the tech was already in there. So just spend a little extra money and you will have a pice of mind. I've also worked on other cheap person's car that didn't want to change the belt when the water pump failed so I replace the pump and then about 20k miles later the belt broke. Also depending on the engine if the belt snaps its not the end of the engine as long as it is a non- intereferince engine.
SIMPLE !!! Check the maintenance schedule and vehicle ONLINE !!!
Macamtu je...good info..
Very helpful. Thank you
Well explained. thank you so much for this useful technical information. Iwould appreciate if you could also provide the same technical video on ATF (automatic transmission fluid) change intervals.
on early honda cr-v every 50-60 thousand KM depending on use. Since one quart automatic transmission fluid costs less than 10 USD, I would service it more often. I do the manual gear fluid every 30-35 thousand km. About every two years de facto.
Funny how Honda fours use a chain, but the V6 uses a belt.
Good thing the fours put out solid power.
Very good information.
Hi Greg. I have a 2010 model Toyota RAV4. Upon startup, it's loud but then gets quiet again after about 2-3 seconds. Is this the sound of the chain on a dry startup & just needs to get lubed? Thanks!
Thanks so much - list is so helpful!
Non-interference dual cam can still cause some bad damage to the valves.
helpful and educational video
Nicely done video, thank you !
Thanks very helpful
However, just watched a video were they thought they had a belt only to find a chain after removing the lower cover? This was on a ford transit connect 1.6 engine. Seems like they have a belt under the plastic cover and a belt or chain under a lower cast cover? Some cars are different I suppose?
Excellent, many thanks!.
Very simple, thanks.
Very helpful that only what I need to know
Some cars like PSA have a belt for one camshaft and a chain for the other.
Timing chain can last long for how long to chain?
does a 2007 nissan altima 2.5 SL sedan with automatic transmission have a timing chain?
1st and foremost thank you for your wisdom. secondly on the new subaru engines they went back to a timing chain. on the link you provided it shows that sohc have non-interferance engines and the dohc have interferance engines. Have you ever seen an engine with a timing chain that has an Non-Interference engine
Does the 2006 RAV 4. V-6 engine have a interference or non-interference engine
Very helpful.
Great job
Thank you
Replacing a timing belt usually is not that big of a deal and anybody with some level of mechanical aptitude can do it. Just make sure you use a manual and do your timing right
Thanks bro appreciate
Hi there I have a Peugeot 206, we recently changed an oil pan as the drain nut was stuck but in the process we saw a chain which was dipped into the initial oil pan however on inspecting the engine from above, we noticed a plastic cover on the left so could that mean that my car runs on a timing belt or a timing chain?
Hi Greg .Where can i found non-interference models of engines for Renault, Opel, Wolksvagen, Fiat , Mercedes ? Thxs
Nice top tip 🙂
We have a 2015 Hyundai Elantra and 2015 KIA Forte,....it's practically the same car with the exact same engine. Both have the timing chain.
Thanks Greg, I learned something! Great to know.
Timing Chains are not ALWAYS good for a lifetime... I have to replace mine now...😂
Is the 2004 toyota Camry 2.4 L an interference. Any input will be well appreciated
Thanks mate
good tip. thanks !!!
Last action hero ...
Does 2020 honda hrv have interference engine?
Timing chains still need to be replaced as well they stretch and can jump time causing run issues
Does the 2017 Vw jetta 2017 2.0 non turbo have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chains need to be replaced just like timing belts.this would include chain guides as well.just not as often as a belt.belts do have their benefits as well as chains.
Depending on the design of the engine yes. With my experience of a certified automotive technician if it is an pushrod engine. Those chains tend to last the life of the vehicle. While most ohc (over head cam) engines tend to need more maintenance do to worn out tensioner ,chain guides and some engines have a timing chain driven water pump as well.
i owned a 2002 chevy cavieler and a 2005 nissan sentra and both had timing chains i never needed to replace. both just fine for all the years i owned them.
Naw!!
FALSE !!!
Timing chains stretch over time and gears , tensioners and guides wear out quickly.
Manufacturing is the problem because they want you to buy a new vehicle.
Most timing chains need replacement around 150000 miles… or you can destroy your engine completely
Awesome
Mine has an interference timing belt engine......Great
Thanks!
that 'complete list' doesn't include the Toyota Corolla 1.3 which a friend of mine has, her belt broke and the garages are quoting here exorbitant amounts of money to fix it!
Do you know if the 1.3L Toyota's are interference or non-interference engines?
Mine is a Mazda 323 1.6 and i know it's a non-interference engine already so i don't need to worry about mine ;)
depends on whether it has VVT-i. IIRC all Toyota engines with VVT-i are interference.
you should replace your timing belt in time though.
A friend had he belt break on here long before it was due a change, she didn't know if it was interference or not, thanks for the info :D
Thanks for letting me know oh yeah it's different
useful indeed
Can a SUV have both a timing chain and timing belt?
No
Where is the guide to the interference and non-interference engines? He points towards the corner of the screen but there is no guide to be found anywhere!
the list is wrong
2007 toyota rav 4
Start watching at 58 seconds to save your time.
My 1992 pontiac grand prix 3.1 in not on the list. Is it a belt or chain? Thanks.
Chain.
I bought a Corolla 2002 recently and wonder to know it is belt or chain there is a platic cover at top of engine and some belts seen left side of engine, are they timing belts? while googled and mentioned corolla 02 has a chain! confused.
It's a serpentine belt that runs off your crank shaft, water pump, power steering, alternator and so on. Hope this helps you out. You should also change this belt once you start to see wear. Usually there's a pulley that you can use a 3/8 socket wrench that will let you release the tension on the belt so you can change it out. But if you think it's to much work take it to someone that can do for you.
So does that mean Toyota Corolla 2002 have timing chain not belt
Where is the guide
Does a 2012 Honda Civic Ex Coupe have a belt or a chain?
+DASamX5453 chain, all honda 4 cylinders have chains now, only the J series v6 engines still have belts.
It's not free ? It seems I can't access it withoutm [ayimg to find out if car is interference or not ? I've 2016 Focus SE 2.0L GDI Flex fuel . engine . Can someone tell me if loose timing band will bend rods and valves ? One says yes another says no way . What's the truth ?? verry hard to find a good mechani
Interesting
Does anyone know if a nissan bluebird 1996 uses a Chain belt or a cam belt?
my Porsche has both a belt and a chain if any breaks I'm toast.
you missed a Ford engine on your list Essex 3.8L V6 1993 Ford Taurus GL
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Hello. Can somekne help me with list. I find it difficult to track somehow. I have 2.0 turnier tdci ford focus 2015. So is my car engine non interference or otherway arround.
Google it dumbass
Hi, i was wondering about something, the GM 3.8L V6 engine that started production in 1995 and onward is not on your list. Its from a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix, is it an Interference Engine or a Non-Interference Engine? If anyone knows that would be a big help!
They are interference engines
3.8L from GM has the timing chain. So, the question of Interference vs. Non-Interference is irrelevant.
Does petrol Hilux have a belt or chain internet doesn't know
Click on what?
Click on what,theres nothing there unless you're talking about carbuying link
I thought it was just me.
Yeah I was scratching my head also, I see some people in the comments thanking him for the notes on a non interference motor, does anyone know where to find those notes he's talking about?
I trying to buy a 2007 toyota rav 4