Accord 1996 EX : Missing timing belt cover seal
#1
Accord 1996 EX : Missing timing belt cover seal
Hi,
The other day the mechanic was changing my brake and he noticed
my timing belt lower cover is missing the rubber seal.
I t seems the mechanic who changed my belt 20,000Km ago didnt put it or forgot it.
1- What are the consequence on my timing belt so far ???
2- Is my timing belt done because of the dust etc.... that get into it ??
3- Should I change the timing belt just in case it is damage ???
4- Should I put the seal or it is good like that ???
Thanks for help
The other day the mechanic was changing my brake and he noticed
my timing belt lower cover is missing the rubber seal.
I t seems the mechanic who changed my belt 20,000Km ago didnt put it or forgot it.
1- What are the consequence on my timing belt so far ???
2- Is my timing belt done because of the dust etc.... that get into it ??
3- Should I change the timing belt just in case it is damage ???
4- Should I put the seal or it is good like that ???
Thanks for help
#2
Its not the biggest deal in the world, just means a little extra grime and water can get in there. As long as the lower cover is tightened down there shouldn't be too much that can get in there. I'd just get a new gasket, maybe even find one used at a junkyard or ebay for next to nothing and throw it on.
#5
I've seen that without that seal the lower cover will "bow" out. Allowing the serp belt to wear a cut/slit into the cover.
Find an e-clip that will fit the bolt and the outside is large enough to reach the cover. Slip it on and call it a day
Find an e-clip that will fit the bolt and the outside is large enough to reach the cover. Slip it on and call it a day
#6
The problem w/ replacement, is the accessory belts and crankshaft pulley must be removed. A bit of work but probably the best solution.
If you haven't removed a crankshaft pulley before, you should search the forum for posts on this subject. It has vexed more than a few folks.
good luck
If you haven't removed a crankshaft pulley before, you should search the forum for posts on this subject. It has vexed more than a few folks.
good luck
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