PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
How do I perform a Suzuki Vitara timing belt change?
I’m ready to do some car maintenance myself to save some money. How do I perform a Suzuki Vitara timing belt change?
Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Good for you! To change the timing belt on a
Suzuki
Vitara, you’ll need a new belt, gaskets, gasket adhesive, a wrench, and several hours.First, make sure you have a new belt that is appropriate to your Vitara. Check the specs in your owner’s manual carefully before purchasing.
Here are the basic steps:
- Disconnect the battery safely (remember to save your radio presets!)
- Remove any accessories that are in the way of the timing belt (steering pump)
- Find TDC (Top Dead Center) on the first cylinder and line up timing marks
- Line up the timing marks to zero by rotating the engine
- Remove the timing belt cover
- Loosen the tensioner and slide old belt off
- Replace new belt and reassemble
If you want a timing belt kit, you can expect to pay around $150. For just the belt, you’ll pay less than $50.
Note that most experts recommend that you change the water pump at the same time.
If saving money is on your mind, you may want to check out
Jerry
. It’s a free app that helps you compare car insurance
rates. If you’re overpaying, Jerry helps you switch to a new provider with a cheaper policy. Lots of people find a more affordable rate without sacrificing coverage.View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies