Hi everyone! I am new to the forum and was wondering when is it ideal to replace the timing belt, drive belt, and water pump on a 2003 SC430?
My car has around 115,xxx km and has never had a replacement done. The last time I brought it into the dealership for maintenance, they told me there were tiny cracks in the drive belt and suggested me to get it replaced. They said that since I'm at it anyway, I might as well replace the water pump and timing belt as well.
To me it just sounds like they're trying to push more sales, but it had me concerned when I drive in the mornings (especially in cold weather) and I hear little whistle sounds sometimes. (The guy said that's coming from the cracks in the drive belt). Other than that, my vehicle runs perfectly fine.
I wouldn't go back to Lexus to get it done considering it's overpriced. I got a quote at an individual shop to get all 3 things done, and it was around $1300 after discounts.
What do you guys think? Is it necessary to get all of those things done at this time?
Thanks!
