Q: Joshua, I have a '02 Acura MDX with about 90K miles. It has always been garaged (since 2003). It's probably time to change the m
Time to replace master timing belt. What else do you suggest I do as well at the same time? Water pump? Alternator? Other drive belts? I'm a firm believer in doing preventive maintenance.
Brian
My car has 90000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
Since all the belts need to be removed to get to the timing belt I would recommend all accessory belts be replaced also. I would also recommend replacing the water pump and thermostat at the same time since the water pump needs timing belt removed to get to the water pump and would be a preventative measure and recommended by most any mechanic.
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