I have a 2005 Toyota Highlander v6. The timing belt was changed about 9 years ago when the car had about 90,000 miles. The car now has 125,000 miles. Should I change the timing belt even though the mileage is low on this belt? I am paying a mechanic to do the job and change the radiator as there is a slight leak.
my concern is that it could dry out from lack of use. Any advice is appreciated.
The timing belt was changed about 9 years ago when the car had about 90,000 miles. The car now has 125,000 miles. Should I change the timing belt even though the mileage is low on this belt?
I agree with @chucktobias you should change the timing belt. Use an OEM (AISIN) timing belt kit which includes the water pump. Not all kits include a new hydraulic tensioner so for price comparisons make sure the kit includes the tensioner (AISIN kit TKT026 includes a tensioner, AISIN kit TKT006 does not). That V6 is a durable, reliable engine which easily achieves 200K+ miles with proper maintenance.
Thank you
Should I change the timing belt even though the mileage is low on this belt?
Yes.
