Japanese cars usually recommend a replacement after six years. Since Toyotas are
>usually non-interference and if you're not driving on hazardous road areas then it's
>up to you to continue to drive it. In fact, many Toyota owners I know only change
>their timing after visual signs of wear. Honda, on the other hand, isn't as forgiving.
Our Fiat Tipo came to an undeserved end after the timing belt broke. Shame, really.
Jasper
But what is at risk? Can someone say for sure if this engine is an interference engine, or non-interference? It makes the difference between completely-rebuild-your-engine, from the cylinder linings to the pistons, valves, and heads, risk or the risk of, well, getting stranded by the side of the road with a car that won't go until it has that belt replaced at a garage.
Jasper
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