Common Questions | How much does an Acura MDX timing belt replacement cost?
What is the Cost?
The cost to replace your Acura MDX timing belt will vary depending on your MDX's model year, but is often in the neighborhood of $1,100 - $1,700. While a somewhat pricey repair, you luckily don't have to get the timing belt replaced often.
Acura recommends you replace your Acura MDX timing belt timing belt every 60,000 - 100,000 miles, or every 7 to 10 years, whichever happens first. It is important to replace your timing belt even if below the mileage but within 7 to 10 years, since the rubber in the belt can still degrade over time even without going 60,000 - 100,000 miles.
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What Is The Timing Belt?
The timing belt keeps all of the engines parts moving in sync with one another, making it vital to the engines operation.. It synchronizes the camshaft and crankshaft movement, while also ensuring the fuel and exhaust valves open at the correct time during the pistons cycle. Without the timing belt working, the valves will slam into the pistons instead of opening for them. This causes catastrophic damage to the engine and escalates into your Acura MDX not functioning correctly.
Signs Of A Broken Timing Belt
If your timing belt breaks, your car will give you a few signs something is wrong. Your check engine light will likely turn on in response to a timing belt failure. Your Acura MDX may also experience engine misfires, oil leaks or sudden losses of power without the timing belt. Finally the engine may also fail to start, so it is important if you experience any of these to bring your Acura MDX in for service.
Next Steps
It is important when taking care of your Acura MDX to always be keeping up to date with its maintenance, especially for a part as important to its continued operation as the timing belt. Ignoring your cars general maintenance can lead to major problems later on as worn parts may then also damage other nearby components, compromising the vehicles ability to drive. If your Acura MDX timing belt needs replacement, or you just haven't brought your car in for maintenance in a while, schedule using the link below and our team of expert technicians will make sure your ride stays safe and smooth.
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