Timing Belt
 

Ok guys,
My dealer tells me to get the Timing Belt replaced. It is making a sqeeky noise when i start her.

Does anyone know how much would it cost me?

Thanks

Ask the dealer.

Year and model please. Mercedes don't have timing belts, they use chains. Was the dealer referring to the serpentine belt perhaps?

Assuming you have a S320, there is no timing belt on this car.
Again assuming....the serpentine belt costs approx. $50.00 + one hour of labour to replace it.

I suggest finding another mechanic.

How many miles are on the car? You probably need to take a close look at the belt tensioner too.

Hello Guys,
The car is 1995 S 320 with 120K on it. When i turn the engine on, i hear sqeeqy noise like a belt is making. Do i really dont have a timing belt/chain then? Any ideas..

All I know is that if your timing belt chain whatever slips then it is going to cost thousands.

The squeeky noise you hear is most likely the alternator sliping on the serpentine belt. This is especially true right after start up because the starter just put a huge drain on the battery and the alternator works the hardest to top it back up. You probably also need a belt tensioner unless the belt is obviously bad.

John Roncallo

Your car has a timing chain, NOT a timing belt. No, a timing chain will not cause a squeel.

Your serpentine belt needs to be replaced probably. Check the tensioner and tensioner shock too.

There's a quick cheep easy test to see if it belt is squeaking: Pour some water on it while its running. If its the belt that's squeaking it will stop for a few seconds then come back when it dries off. If its a pulley it won't change. And if it is the belt a can of belt dressing can be a cheep temporary fix. Maybe even permanent, $50 plus labor can buy a lot of belt dressing.