austinls Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Since the 1998 LS is a VVT engine, will timing belt failure cause engine problems? My 1998 has 94,000 miles, nearing the point Lexus suggests changing the belt. I don't relish spending some $900, but it it is better than $$$'s later if the belt breaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvermate Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 this topic has been discussed on numerous occasions. just do a search at the bottom of the page and you will find everything you need to know. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wandawoods Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Since the 1998 LS is a VVT engine, will timing belt failure cause engine problems?My 1998 has 94,000 miles, nearing the point Lexus suggests changing the belt. I don't relish spending some $900, but it it is better than $$$'s later if the belt breaks. VVTi is interferance engine, broken timing belt will have 'bent valves' which is a $3K~$4K damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99lsguy Posted July 15, 2004 Share Posted July 15, 2004 its 90K on the mileage............ Only $1500 for the entire 90K service at our local KC lexus shop ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPI Posted July 16, 2004 Share Posted July 16, 2004 its 90K on the mileage............Only $1500 for the entire 90K service at our local KC lexus shop ;) The price is cheaper at JPI. ;) JPI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99lsguy Posted July 16, 2004 Share Posted July 16, 2004 JPI ---- I hope so Maybe in 30K miles I'll make a trip to Dallas and see some family - I'll let you do the TB change You're a great sponsor - thanks for the input!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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