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Nissan Quest timing belt repair

Sent to Car Experts July 25 10:17 AM

I have a 1997 Quest. Purchased and on the road since September 1997. The interval for changing the timing belt is 105k. The van has 78k miles on it now. Is the repair
time-dependent or mileage-dependent? Should the repair be done now? Also, the belts are squealing when the AC is turned on, right after the engine is started. If the AC is not engaged, there is no noise! Then the noise goes away. Whats going on? My mechanic says it's the belt(s) slipping. Others say it is the belt tensioner.

 

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1997 Nissan quest 6cyl, 1.6L

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July 25 10:33 AM (16 minutes later)
         
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"Is the repair time-dependent or mileage-dependent?"
That is a Factory Recommended Mileage, based on Tests & Info the Factory has established. Following a Good Service Plan will usually make your Vehicle last longer.
Of course, there are those that will tell you that they never follow Factory Guidelines and have no problems.

"Should the repair be done now?"
Regardless of Mileage, the Belts, Oil, Coolant, Battery should be checked on a Regular Basis.
The Belt should be checked for wear, cracks, chips, etc.and Relaced if it shows any of those signs.

" the belts are squealing when the AC is turned on, right after the engine is started"
If the Belt "squeals" only when the A/C is turned ON, it probably is the Belt. Heat & Wear causes the Belt to stretch. When replacing the Belt, Clean ALL Pulleys, Check the Tensioner for proper Strength & Check Alignment of All Pulleys.



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July 25 11:28 AM (55 minutes and 10 seconds later)
         
Relist: I prefer a second opinion.
My 1997 Nissan Sentra (in service since September 1997) has a timing belt service rec of 105k miles. The current mileage is 78k. I've been told that 105k is just a recomendation; and, that the 9 years of operation is a more determinant factor. Is the operational age of the car an issue? More than the 105k service interval?
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July 25 11:45 AM (17 minutes and 15 seconds later)
         
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I have refered this to Other Experts for a Second Opinion.

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July 25 12:00 PM (14 minutes and 58 seconds later)
         
Reply to Lurch's Post: I am new to Just Answer. Please correct if I am in error. I all ready paid you and I relisted the question. Why this e-mail from you? I'm not going to "accept" this again to pay you another fee for nothing new done!??? I WILL NOT PAY YOU MORE FOR AN ANSWER YOU WERE PAID FOR.

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Sorry for the Misunderstanding..........
I have submitted the Question for a Second Opinion as you requested. There should be NO further charge.
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July 25 12:31 PM (18 minutes and 9 seconds later)
         
Reply to Lurch's Post: thank you

Let's see, trying to get an extra charge, then having your second opinion source e-mail me directly - when it's supposed to be done through the website......hmmmmmmmmmm! I think I'll e-mail Tammy.

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The non-reply from a "second opinion" on the website and the inadequate reply from Tammy, not to mention the non-reply from lurch makes me quite angry. I will make sure to tell everyone I know what website does NOT answer questions.

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July 25 7:41 PM (7 hours and 10 minutes and 20 seconds later)
         
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I'm not sure what you got angry about. Lurch was simply advising you that he was going to request someone else to come in. I'm sure he just forgot to check the "free" box when he notified you but he never expected you to pay again.

As for your question, there really aren't any posted time intervals for timing belt replacement, just mileage intervals.

That doesn't mean that they don't deteriorate over time but it isn't a serious issue. You don't have an emergency by any means but I probably would replace that one a little earlier that the 105K that is recommended. Any time it's convenient for you in the next 10K would probably be good.



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July 25 8:27 PM (45 minutes and 28 seconds later)
         
Reply to Hammer Time's Post: What did I get angry about? You answered the question. Lurch did NOT! Read carefully, my friend. You can close ranks if you want, but Lurch side-stepped the question. I would have4 paid you, but the site wants 30.00. Sorry!
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July 25 8:28 PM (1 minute and 14 seconds later)
         
Reply to Hammer Time's Post: What did I get angry about? You answered the question. Lurch did NOT! Read carefully, my friend. You can close ranks if you want, but Lurch side-stepped the question. I would have paid you, but the site wants 30.00. Sorry! I all ready paid Lurch 15.00 I'm not spending another 30.00.
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July 25 8:44 PM (15 minutes and 33 seconds later)
         
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I would have answered your questions in the future but you didn't pay me, sorry

The accept would only cost you another 15, not 30



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July 25 8:57 PM (13 minutes and 8 seconds later)
         
Reply to Hammer Time's Post: You're very funny. Don't worry, I won't be back. The experience was farless than wonderful. I know when I'm being hosed. Ask Lurch, he might admit it.
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