2002 Acura MDX timming belt replacement

2002 ACURA MDX
196,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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CWILLICK
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I have 196000 km on my mdx should I replace the timming belt or can I inspect it to see if it can go longer. how do I inspect it. I am mechanically inclined should I tryreplacing the belt and water pump myself, how hard is it. thanks chris
Jul 12, 2009 at 9:11 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi cwillick, The recommended replacement is 105k miles or 84 months whitchever comes first. At 196 k, it could be due if the previous replaement was at below 100 k. Checking it is recommended. Here are the replacement procedures.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_TimingBelt01MDX01a_1.jpg


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Jul 17, 2009 at 1:28 PM