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Timing belt replacement - is this normal?
Today I had timing belt replaced on my X reg Peugeot 206 2.0 HDI along with water pump by main dealer. The engine runs ok, however I think there are two I hope minor issues.
Now I think it takes a bit longer to start the engine. Instead of two turns of starter, it the engine needs three turns before fires.
Also, the engine sound differently, I can hear an additional sound which did not exist before. Is it possible that the new water pump and new timing belt tensioners produce the new sound, maybe they need some time to settle?
The sound is especially noticeable during acceleration and less noticeable if I drive with a constant speed, but it is still present.
Is it OK to wait few days for the sound to disappear or I should go back to them ASAP?
Do you maybe know what is warranty period for timing belt and water pump. If e.g the timing belt fails within the warranty period, is the garage responsible just for timing belt replacement or all parts damaged due to failure?
Peugeot's leaflet says two years for parts and labour (for timing belt replacement) but invoice says only three months or 3000 miles.
During the timing belt replacement they phoned me and advised replacement of the water pump due to "bad leak" However, I check all car fluids regularly and I am sure I have never had any leak, and my engine temperature was always perfect.
Does this sound like a trick or water pump leak can be discovered during timing belt replacement process?
I know water pumps are usually replaced along with timing belt and I would easily accept water pump needs replacement due wear and tear, but I think they pushed me with the "bad leak" phrase just to make sure I will accept additional work?
Any thoughts?
Thank you for all your replies
Now I think it takes a bit longer to start the engine. Instead of two turns of starter, it the engine needs three turns before fires.
Also, the engine sound differently, I can hear an additional sound which did not exist before. Is it possible that the new water pump and new timing belt tensioners produce the new sound, maybe they need some time to settle?
The sound is especially noticeable during acceleration and less noticeable if I drive with a constant speed, but it is still present.
Is it OK to wait few days for the sound to disappear or I should go back to them ASAP?
Do you maybe know what is warranty period for timing belt and water pump. If e.g the timing belt fails within the warranty period, is the garage responsible just for timing belt replacement or all parts damaged due to failure?
Peugeot's leaflet says two years for parts and labour (for timing belt replacement) but invoice says only three months or 3000 miles.
During the timing belt replacement they phoned me and advised replacement of the water pump due to "bad leak" However, I check all car fluids regularly and I am sure I have never had any leak, and my engine temperature was always perfect.
Does this sound like a trick or water pump leak can be discovered during timing belt replacement process?
I know water pumps are usually replaced along with timing belt and I would easily accept water pump needs replacement due wear and tear, but I think they pushed me with the "bad leak" phrase just to make sure I will accept additional work?
Any thoughts?
Thank you for all your replies
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It sounds very much like the timing is out or the belt is over/under tightened. tight tends to be a whine though.
HTH By the way get it sorted either way asap0 -
Beaten to it! Timing sounds out. Warranty is usually 1year with aftermarket parts and 2yrs with genuine, but either way this sounds like a fitment error rather than warranty issue.:A Luke 6:38 :AThe above post is either from personal experience or is my opinion based on the person God has made me and the way I understand things. Please don't be offended if that opinion differs from yours, but feel free to click the 'Thanks' button if it's at all helpful!0
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OP makes no mention of reduced power - a very noticeable symptom of timing being out.
My guess is the new water pump and possibly the timing belt tension is a bit out. Either too tight or too loose.
I don't think the timing would be out with no mention of lack of power.
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