1987 Honda Civic timing belt

Tiny
SHADOW41
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  • 1987 HONDA CIVIC
Engine problem
1987 Honda Civic 4 cyl Wheel Drive Type unknown Manual 200.00 miles

how can you tell if timing belt needs replacement? Had a tune up and thats what mechanic said. Need to get smogged. Would that effect the smog check?
Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 AT 4:23 PM

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Tiny
BRUCE HUNT
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Generally some people will replace it according to the Honda spec book, but you need to consider the mileage of the vehicle and that it probably exceeds specs for maintenance intervals. Generally, 80 to 100K for miles is the right time to do the replacement. While in there, consider replacing the belt, the idler pulley, and the water pump.

Timing belt replacement will not have an affect on the smog testing capability or results. Timing itself might.
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Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 AT 4:37 PM

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