1995 Avalon XLT 60,000 mile timing belt replacement

ironwarrior · #1 (**permalink**) 03-12-2008, 11:54 PM

Hello,

I am now approaching 60k on my 1995 xlt avalon and would like to try to tackle this project myself. Here are the parts the dealer provided? I am wondering if water pump and tensioner/idler pulleys need replacing at this early miles? Also I was wondering how I might be able to get access to the service manual pages for this project? Does this site offer that information?
Or does anyone know where to buy the manual for this car?

Thanks for any advice you can provide.

Part Name Price

Timing Belt 62.58
Tensioner 61.87
Idler Pulley #1 92.18
Idler Pulley #2 89.4
Cam seal #1 10.15
Cam seal #2 10.15
Crank Seal 10.50
Valve Gasket 18.5
Water Pump 121.02

Bobertsr · #2 (**permalink**) 03-19-2008, 08:19 PM

Iron: Normally the t-belt is a 90K mile change however, in your case, you've got a 13 year old car wit the original stuff on it. There are several sources for quality parts that are much less expensive than what the dealer charges. Check AutoZone-you can get Dayco belts and tensioner kits and Felpro seals for the cams and front crankshaft. The AZ water pump is lifetime warranted for about half the price of the dealer. While there, get you a Haynes Repair Manual for you car-complete, accurate instructions with pictures. Don't get in a rush. Make double sure that your timing marks are lined up after you install the new belt. Have fun and enjoy the learning process.

ironwarrior · #3 (**permalink**) 03-21-2008, 10:48 PM

Hi Bobertsr.

Thanks for your reply. I've read where some years require the replacement at 90k and others like I believe (mine) requires replacement every 60k. As for the Hanes manual, I will surely pick one of those up. I actually found one online for like 16.00 new. I also seen some websites that provide you with access to their online service manuals for a nonimal fee (not sure how good they are, or if it is worthwhile). I totally hear what you are saying regarding the parts pricing. But for crutial internal parts like belt, pump, and tensioners for some reason the original Toyota parts make me feel better. Sometimes you can't beat the OEM parts. For easily replaceable items though, I definitely buy aftermarket if I can. The parts that aren't so crutial if they blow I can easily replace them again and be on my way.

Tundrav8yamaha · #4 (**permalink**) 03-23-2008, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ironwarrior

Hi Bobertsr.

Thanks for your reply. I've read where some years require the replacement at 90k and others like I believe (mine) requires replacement every 60k. As for the Hanes manual, I will surely pick one of those up. I actually found one online for like 16.00 new. I also seen some websites that provide you with access to their online service manuals for a nonimal fee (not sure how good they are, or if it is worthwhile). I totally hear what you are saying regarding the parts pricing. But for crutial internal parts like belt, pump, and tensioners for some reason the original Toyota parts make me feel better. Sometimes you can't beat the OEM parts. For easily replaceable items though, I definitely buy aftermarket if I can. The parts that aren't so crutial if they blow I can easily replace them again and be on my way.

it's 60k for that year i know 1999/98 avalon is 90k

yspert · #5 (**permalink**) 03-23-2008, 10:43 AM

buy the stuff from the dealer.
you could also go to "tis"...toyota's web site for repair info and go with the min subscription. i have found that some of the non-factory info is not complete. most of the time the hardest part for me is getting the crank bolt and pulley to come off without some type of nuclear action. yspert

Bobertsr · #6 (**permalink**) 04-04-2008, 03:19 PM

Crank bolt on a Toyota is not too bad if you have a nice impact wrench (mine is a Craftsman 1/2" drive, advertized with 500 or so ft lbs of torque) and a good air supply (mine is a 6.5 hp Husky upright). You'll need a puller for the harmonic balancer. Be sure to use the kind (like a heavy duty steering weel puller) that lets you run a couple of long 6mm(?) bolts that screw into the existing holes on the harmonic balancer and NOT one that has jaws that open to go around the outside of the harmonic balancer.

Now Hondas are a different story! You've GOT to use a special crankshaft holder because that 19mm bolt in the center of the balancer seems to be welded in place. Right tools sure make the job go easier and cheaper in the long run!

Good Luck!