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1999 Holden Vectra Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Mechanic, Timing belt.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on July 27, 2009

Timing belt

Engine Mechanical problem
1999 Holden Vectra 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 210000 miles

It appears that the timing belt is broken on my daughters car and was wondering what are the ramifications and ball park cost parameters? Thank you
Avatar Asked by kramdoog

Answer

Replied on July 27, 2009

Hi there,

This is an interference engine and vale damage will occur with a broken belt, as for cost tis is unknown until the head is removed and the damage is known.

Mark (mhpautos)

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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