DIY Timing Belt Install
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DIY Timing Belt Install
I have a 2001 Civic DX-G, I was thinking about changing the belt and water pump myself. I have plenty of experience working on cars, I am a former autobody repairman. I have a Haynes manual for this car and after reading the general procedure I'm thinking I'd be able to tackle this job myself. I'd change the cam and crank seals along with the other belts for the power steering, ac, and alternator. How long does such a job usually take for the backyard mechanic? Thanks, Brian.
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RE: DIY Timing Belt Install
Provided you have all the tools, enough space to work, and maybe a friend to help you with a few odds and ends you could do it in a night. I would definitely give yourself a couple days though, you never know what you're going to run into during a swap
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RE: DIY Timing Belt Install
Having an impact wrench for the crank bolt and motor mounts makes the job a lot easier. If you're doing this outside be very careful as you take the crank pulley off, not to lose the tiny metal key.
I would not mess with the oil seals unless they're leaking. It's easy to damage the new seals while putting them in and then have them leak and have to do the whole thing over again.
I would not mess with the oil seals unless they're leaking. It's easy to damage the new seals while putting them in and then have them leak and have to do the whole thing over again.
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