Replace Timming Belt Accord Euro

[littlegun]

Hi Guys,
Is it a big job to replace Timming belt with basic tools.

odmeter 165,000 km on original timming belt, Accord Euro 2004

[trism]

Define basic tools.

[Tai]

No timing belts, they have a timing chain + tensioner

[Tai]

So you will have to change the chain and install a new TCT ( Timing Chain Tensioner )

Some people upgrade it to aftermarket as the stock is not that strong apparently, but since you have lasted 165xxxkms seems pretty strong for your use.

http://www.hondatuningmagazine.com/tech/htup_1005_honda_k_series_tensioner/viewall.html

[littlegun]

So it is not a belt, so it does not have to be replaced , unless there is a problem.

[ECU-MAN]

no

timing chains are not a servicable item like a belt.

you only replace them if they have failed (ie dont meet manufactures specs )

[mocchi]

yes its a big job, and no cant be done with basic tools.

you need special tools:
crankshaft pulley holder (http://www.rapidonline.com/catalogueimages/module/M303700P01WL.jpg)
camshaft holder on pulse plate (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i315/erikloza/cam%20tool/Camtool-4.jpg)

timing chain can appear to stretch because of rubbing wear in the links.
http://www.razid.com/images/chain_stretch/1.jpg

[trism]

But that's what the tensioner is there for, to help take up that slack.

[ECU-MAN]

but when it exceedes service limits you have to replace it,

its a bit like your tyre being worn, you can drive on it but you would want to replace it. know what I mean ?

[curtis265]

But that's what the tensioner is there for, to help take up that slack.

nah dude if it stretches it'll start to run late so to speak, and the next link will run even later and so on

[ChaosMaster]

But how would you know when the timing belt has over-stretch? Especially before it reaches critical point.

[Benson]

Remove the tensioner service plate and check the tensioner. You can see how far the tensioner is pushed out. A Honda specialist would be able to know if its still within specs