Hi. When Do I Need to Change My Timing Belt? I'm Getting a ...

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2004 NISSAN PRIMERA
77,000 MILES

Hi. When do I need to change my timing belt? I'm getting a squeeking sound in the last few days when I start the engine, or maybe that's the cold mornings. There are 77000 miles on the clock. I had the car serviced 6000 miles ago. Many thanks. Brian

Wednesday, February 13th, 2013 AT 10:32 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
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I believe the timing belt should be replaced at 100K. Also, it wouldn't make noise like described. Check the drive belts on the front of the engine. Try this. Take a small cup of water, start the engine, open the hood, and slowly pour a small amount of water on the belt. See if the sound stops or changes. I really think that is where the noise is coming from. Make sure to protect your eyes and clothing. Water may spray back out of the engine compartment.

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Wednesday, February 13th, 2013 AT 11:35 PM