Mitsubishi G-Wagon Timing Belt

[GamLing]

I need advice on when to have a new timing belt fitted to my G-Wagon.

My car has done 116,000 kilometres (72,500 miles) and I'm being pushed to have the timing belt replaced. Is this a little premature as I thought that maybe 150,000 kilometres was the recommended interval for this job?

Thank you for your advice.

[seedy]

Check with the manufacturer. Most brands have their own mileage requirements.

As most engines built now-a-days are interference fit, this replacement should not be overlooked. Very expensive if it fails in service. Bang !!!

[John 1]

GamLing you need to check I think it's a timing chain and there would be no need to change.

[GamLing]

GamLing you need to check I think it's a timing chain and there would be no need to change.

It's definitely a timing belt.

[GamLing]

GamLing you need to check I think it's a timing chain and there would be no need to change.

It's definitely a timing belt.

John............... you are perfectly right. Sorry about that.

My car has the 2.8 litre engine which has a timing chain. The 2.5 litre version has a timing belt. (Information given to me by Mitsubishi Thailand)

[seedy]

If you have a timing chain, might be a good idea to check the tensioners. They maintain the correct tension on the cam chain (s). Many have a teflon or other type wear strip - some have a secondary idler sprocket. Ensure that tension is within tolerances and you should be good to go for another 100 K

[transam]

If you have a timing chain, might be a good idea to check the tensioners. They maintain the correct tension on the cam chain (s). Many have a teflon or other type wear strip - some have a secondary idler sprocket. Ensure that tension is within tolerances and you should be good to go for another 100 K

Yep, and if a chain tensioner is worn or the chain has stretched a lot, beyond auto tensioner adjustment you will hear it.

[GamLing]

If you have a timing chain, might be a good idea to check the tensioners. They maintain the correct tension on the cam chain (s). Many have a teflon or other type wear strip - some have a secondary idler sprocket. Ensure that tension is within tolerances and you should be good to go for another 100 K

Yep, and if a chain tensioner is worn or the chain has stretched a lot, beyond auto tensioner adjustment you will hear it.

Had my timing chain checked by the Mitsubishi main dealer in Pattaya and it was given a perfect bill of health. So, here's to another 100,000 kilometres.