2000 Dodge Neon Timing Belt

2000 DODGE NEON
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LOUIS100
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While driving the car, the timing belt broke. I understand that this engine is an "interference engine", meaning that if the belt breaks, the engine is ruined and a new engine should be installed.
My local Dodge dealer tells me that they can replace the belt and its related parts (tensioner, pulley, water pump, etc.) for $ 1,500 and the car be usable again.
Is this true?
Mar 19, 2010 at 11:51 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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yes , the engine can still be salvaged (rebuilt) if the timing belt breaks. they would just have to replace the valves and possible pistons along with a few other parts. for $1,500 though, your vehicle only books for around $2,000, so its your choice on paying out the repair bill or just selling it for what you can and buying a different vehicle.
Mar 19, 2010 at 12:08 PM
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