Timing Belt Inspection
Note: the Chapter 2 contents list titles this section “Timing Belt Inspection SOHC,” but the source page itself shows generic belt-damage photos/illustrations with no SOHC/DOHC split in the text — the inspection criteria below appear to apply to both engines’ timing belts.
Damage to inspect for
Replace the timing belt if it shows any of the following:
- Splitting
- Cracking (surface or edge)
- Layer separation
- Belt oil-soaked
- Internal separation
- Uneven wear
- Lobe cracking
- Missing lobes (teeth)
Replacement intervals
- Replace all timing belts at 80,000km (49,710mi).
- If the water pump fails below 80,000km (49,710mi), replace the timing belt at the same time.
