Originally posted by TourDeForce:
Originally posted by Kerry2Kool4U:
Originally posted by ZetecGL:
Originally posted by Kerry2Kool4U:
Hope its covered in the warranty, if its the timing belt, then expect to pay some big money.



big money? why?



The warranty doesn't cover timing belt problems and if the car just stop suddenly because of the timing belt broke (only situation that I can think of) then the cams came out of alignment which is a pain to fit and will cost alot if thats what happend.



Gates belt kit with idler pully, set cam timing, done. Maybe $400-$500 with added stuff like an oil change, fresh wipers, fluid top off, balance/rotate tires, etc., etc.




Isn't it a non-interference engine? (like our 4-banger Zetecs?)

Manufacturers should build engine that won't cost a head-job when the belt breaks. (even better, use timing chains instead)


1995 4-banger Contour GL