glen9010 Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Have 75k miles on my05 LGT and would like to check the timing belt condition, cracks, fraying, etc. I have heard there are inspection panels that can be removed to allow for belt inspection. I have not found info on this. Can someone direct me to the panels and possibly directions to access them? The car is 10 years old and has not been driven hard at all. I have heard the belt should be replaced at 105 months or 105k miles. Several mechanics have said these belts typically last a long time if not abused. Any suggestions and recommendations on timing belt kit brands and service life would be appreciated. I also have read that an OEM Subaru water pump is the best to replace with. Thanks for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted March 25, 2015 Moderators Share Posted March 25, 2015 Just pull the front timing cover off to inspect. A number of 10mm bolts I think. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8lolsubie Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Its time dependent as well. 10 year or 105k. So if its original don't even bother inspecting it. Just replace it along with the rollers, tensioner and waterpump. Don't mess around an get a quality Gates kit. That engine will be done like dinner if it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnusonsubie Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I did my timing belt last year when I bought my car just for piece of mind. I bought it with 51K and still did the belt simply based on how long it had been on the car. 2005 Vader Wagon Material Tests on Ringland Failure Piston I should have held off and purchased a wagon instead of the spec.B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Its time dependent as well. 10 year or 105k. So if its original don't even bother inspecting it. Just replace it along with the rollers, tensioner and waterpump. Don't mess around an get a quality Gates kit. That engine will be done like dinner if it goes. This ^ The normal black Gates belt will be fine, I'm not a fan of the blue one after reading all the threads about them here. Look below for DIY threads. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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