I have a question about timing belts on my 2005 Outlander XLS 2.4 4 cyl. it has 60.000 miles on it.
At first I was just going to replace the valve timing belt, that's the one you can see, that drives the alternator etc.
I've been advise that I should also change the other timing belt, and balance shaft belt along with the water pump at the same time, a much bigger job.
My question is at 60.000, which I don't think is a lot, is it really necessary to change all three belts and the water pump, or am I being ripped off?

Brian

 

Is there no one that can answer this question?

Brian

 

Based on the age of the vehicle, i'd do the whole kit. The extra parts cost are low, the whole kit with a waterpump is like $200 if you don't get it from the dealer. There's only minimal extra labor once you get to the timing belt. Literally an extra 20 minutes to do the other pulleys, tensioner, and belt etc..... The water pump requires you to drain the fluid and refill, plus a few extra bolts, so maybe another 30 minutes of labor involved for labor for the water pump. So maybe another 1 hour labor charge is reasonable?? Plus, maybe an additonal $100 for the kit with the water pump.

 

I totally agree with ggg. There are two criteria used for when to replace key parts... one is mileage and the other is chronological age. The belts are made of a blend of synthetic rubbers and they break down under conditions of both wear from use and natural weathering from age. (Ever seen a tire, look like it has new tread on it, develop an egg lump on the thinner, weaker sidewall! It's not funny for the driver.) Gates makes the very finest belt, & water pump kits. (SKF makes the water pumps for them.) For those with the TT 3000 GT, they do offer the Blue Racing belts in the proper size.

 

Thank you both for your response, I've ordered the kit, so will have them replaced ASAP.

Brian

 

I have just had the three (3) timing belts replaced on my 2005 Outlander XLS, with 100.000 km (60.000 miles) on it. Because of our climate ranging from as low as -30c in the winter to +30c or more in the summer, and also being eleven (11) years old, decided to replace them.
To my surprise they were in VERY good condition, no signs of wear or cracking, and I'm sure were good for many more thousands of km.
However, I now have peace of mind now knowing I'm okay again for a few more years.
Thanks for all the feedback.

Brian

 

I have to do the same how much did it costs?

 

Hi,
I went to a local repair shop (Mitsubishi way to expensive), I supplies my own parts that I purchased online from Auto Parts in Canada, that included the three (3) belts, tensioners and the water pump, for just over $300.00 Canadian including taxes and free shipping. The shop installed them for $450.00 including taxes, it took 3-4 hours.

Brian