"Glenn" <glowry@swbell.net> wrote in message
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> My owners's manual for my 2001 Honda Accord EX V6 states that the timig
> belt should be replaced at 105,000 miles or 7 years which ever comes
> first. The problem is I only have 26,600 miles on the car but the Honda
> service department that I contacted stated the timing belt should be
> replaced due to the 7 year rule. I know that tires will deteriorate with
> age, sun/weather, but I,m not to sure if that apply to a timing belt. I
> would appreciate any information/advice on this subject. Thanks.
>
> Glenn Lowry
>
Both miles and time are equally weighted, so do the change. Your dealer
will most likely recommend replacement of the drive belts and the water
pump. Although you don't have that many miles on the car give some thought
to doing the replacements since the additional cost is not that excessive.
MLD