Honda Car Forum

I have heard different stories on how changing a timing belt really depends on how the car runs and not necessarily when the manufactorer suggests it...

Honestly, you should change the timming belt every 25,000 miles, depending on how hard you drive the car, the dealership is for the most part out for you money, so, you could wait until it breaks and the car doesnt run, or you can do it every 25-35,000 miles.

If you do not change an it breaks u could be looking for a new engine. as belts get older they dry out crack then break the timing belt is withstands high from the engine an high rps all under pressure of having to turn the cam shaft opening the valves at the right time yea it cost but a little maint.goes a long way

Timing belt on '99 Hondas are recommended for replacement at 90,000 miles or 6 years of manufacture.Unless your car has developed a problem in the timing belt area like an oil leak,coolant leak or some sort of noise you must have it done asap to avoid a costly repair to the cylinder head; A proper repair to timing belt includes replacing the water pump, front seals (5), and external belts and while the repair is being done have your valves adjusted as they are known to "get tight" and the valves burn causing another costly repair. Hondas, if properly maintained, last over 200,000 miles.

105,000 miles. if not happy towing