Hi everyone,

 

My timing belt has now been on the car for 4 years, but i have only done 9000 miles max in that time, the car is always off the road during winter so should i replace it??

You have another year yet before considering a timing belt change and with such a low mileage i wouldnt be too worried just yet, but worth taking timing covers off to inspect it at least. Even if not used much the rubber can deteriorate over time.

You have another year yet before considering a timing belt change and with such a low mileage i wouldnt be too worried just yet, but worth taking timing covers off to inspect it at least. Even if not used much the rubber can deteriorate over time.

 

Yup - what Graham said.....

 

.....It's recommended to change the belt at 60k miles or 5 years. But to be honest, if you've only covered 9k miles in 4 years, then I'd chance it a bit longer!

 

My first ZX had covered just over 60k (genuine) miles when I bought it - and it was still on its first belt at 12 years old!!

 

Richard:chef:

OK thanks lads.

 

Bob.