If the cam belt snaps while the engine is running - its bye bye engine, as the valves and pistons will collide, causing major damage.
cambelt should be changed at 70,000 miles , i was quoted £360 at Renault main dealer for cambelt change only , but had cambelt plus water pump changed for £357 at an independent garage.
Cambelt - Advice from the manufacturer is 60000 miles, some dealers recommend 50000.
before it breaks.
The cambelt should be changed every 100,000 miles on a Toyota Townace. If the light is on that is signifying that there may be something wrong with it so it should be checked as soon as possible.
is it 1700 or 1.3?
cam belt should be changed at 50,000 miles and not a mile more. cam belt brakage on this engine is very expensive.
It should be changed every 60,000 miles. I am not sure if it is an interference engine or not.
100,000 Miles is stated in the service book
Not sure but I know normally 100,000 kms not sure in miles sorry
yes it has a cambelt, and should be changed every 60,000mls. 4/27/2011 - answer 2005 models and earlier had a timing belt. 2006 models and newer have a timing chain.
About 50,000 miles is recommended for ALL serpentine belts.
The cambelt on a Skoda Octavia should be changed between 60,000 to 100,000 miles or every 5 to 7 years, whichever comes first. It's crucial to follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule to prevent potential damage to the engine in case of cambelt failure.