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Question: Are there any other parts that should be replaced @ the time of time belt change?

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MzPat, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, Bridgeport, CT, March 07, 2011, 16:10
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Some dealers say water pump does't need change, if good. Ditto with other belts.

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    Precision Automotive Repair from Precision Automotive Repair, March 07, 2011, 18:08
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    Most auto technicians will tell you to replace anything that appears worn, leaking, or noisy. You have to take it on a car by car basis. I would also base it on mileage. The worst thing there is, is to do a timing belt (and nothing else) and then have to go back in there soon after because the water pump started leaking. Wasted time and money.

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