Timing belt inspection

[shazapple]

I'm going to take a look at the timing belt on my 98 2.2L

I dont know if its brand new, replaced, or if its original (214k km, 133k miles). What signs should I look for to see if its too worn?

[Wiscon_Mark]

If it's original, replace it!

On the 2.2L they're supposed to be serviced every 60k miles! And you have an interference engine.

[shazapple]

Yeah I know, that's why I'm a bit antsy about it.

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It doesn't seem too bad, but what do I know. The covers had some scribbling that looked like 02. so maybe it was replaced the year before I got the car (Ive put almost 70k km on it, 44k miles) Its definitely not original since there seems to be paint marks on it from inspection.

[Wiscon_Mark]

There will be cracks along the corners...look for cracks on the straightaways...that'll indicate that the belt is worn.

[2.5GT]

It still has the markings on it, you should be fine unless you're paranoid like me, then replace it :eek: