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Timing Belt Replacement?

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QUOTE (shdowflare @ May 22 2010, 10:26 AM) index.php?act=findpost&pid=325296
So I see the timing belt is to be replaced every 60k... what are the downsides to holding off on this? I asked my mechanic and he said to just run it until it wears out and needs to be replaced. What do you guys think? Is this good advice? Apart from a voided warranty, what else is at risk?

THanks!
The possability of a total engine replacement is the downside to this strategy. I think your mechanic is a m*r*n for giving you such advice. Timing belts break when they wear out. This link shows the consequences of a broken timing belt on Kia Rio, which is more-or-less a Hyundai Accent clone:

http://www.kia-forums.com/236438-post5.html

I would replace the belt now if it is due.
 
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