Monthly Archives: January 2016

Ford Focus Clutch Replacement Cost

How much does it cost?

The replacement cost for a Ford Focus clutch varies between $700 to $1000 on average depending on your year model, where you’re located and whether you get it done at a dealership or at a local mechanic. . The suggested cost here includes replacement of the clutch disc, pressure plate, throwout bearing, pilot bearing, resurfacing of the flywheel and labor.

How much time does it take?

The time taken to replace the clutch usually takes 2 to 3 hours for a skilled mechanic.

 

 

How much do the parts cost?

There are clutch kits available for the ford focus which will cost anywhere between $180 to $340 depending on the brand, the year model, and what the kit comes equipped with, for example a kit with a spring hub would cost more than a kit with a rigid hub or some kits may include a flywheel as well as master and slave cylinders whereas others may not. Exedy and Luk are two well known brands that manufacture oem clutch kits.

 

Can I replace the clutch on my own?

There are videos you can watch on youtube which show you how to replace the clutch on a ford focus from which you can assess yourself whether it’s a job you have the time for and can handle or whether you would prefer to give it to a mechanic.

Model Year Clutch Kit Cost Total Replacement Cost(parts + Labor)
Local Mechanic Dealership
 2001 – 2004  $180 – $290  $700 – $800  $900 to 1000
 2005 – 2011  $220 – $340  $700 – $800  $900 to 1000

Honda Accord Timing Belt Replacement Cost And Schedule

The replacement cost for a Honda Accord  timing belt varies between $550 to $1000 on average depending on your year model, where you’re located and whether you get it done at a dealership or at a local mechanic.  The time taken to replace the belt is usually around 5 to 6 hours. The suggested cost here includes replacement of the timing belt, water pump and tensioner + labor. If  other parts are going to be replaced such as the power steering and AC compressor belts, seals and gaskets then the cost may be a little higher. The schedule for replacing the timing belt of a Honda Accord should generally be at an interval of 100,000 miles.

Also to be noted is that some honda accord engine’s  have a timing belt whereas others are chain. Mostly it is the 4 cylinders from 2003 onwards that are chain driven  whereas the V6’s are still belt driven.

Model Year Timing Belt Part Cost Other Parts Cost Total Parts Cost Total Replacement Cost(parts + Labor)
Water Pump Tensioner Local Mechanic Dealership
 1995  $30 – $40  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 1996  $30 – $40  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 1997  $30 – $40  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 1998  $33 – $38  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 1999  $33 – $38  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 2000  $33 – $38  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 2001  $33 – $38  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 2002  $33 – $38  $28 – $38  $18 – $30  $75 – $120  $550 – $650  $700 – $900
 2003  $33 – $40   $65 – $75  $30 -$37  $130 – $150  $600 – $700  $750 – $950
 2004  $33 – $40   $65 – $75  $30 -$37  $130 – $150  $600 – $700  $750 – $950
 2005  $33 – $40   $65 – $75  $30 -$37  $130 – $150  $600 – $700  $750 – $950
 2006  $33 – $40   $75 – $85  $30 -$40  $140 – $160  $600 – $700  $750 – $950
 2007  $33 – $40   $75 – $85  $30 -$40  $140 – $160  $600 – $700  $750 – $950
 2008  $33 – $40   $75 – $85  $30 -$40  $140 – $160  $600 – $700  $750 – $950
 2009  $33 – $40   $75 – $85  $30 -$40  $140 – $160  $600 – $700  $800 – $950
 2010  $33 – $40   $75 – $85  $30 -$40  $140 – $160  $600 – $700  $800 – $950
 2011  $33 – $40   $75 – $85  $30 -$40  $140 – $160 $600 – $700  $800 – $950
 2012  $40  $75 – $85  $55 – $80  $170 – $200  $650 – $750  $850 – $1000
 2013  $40  $75 – $85  $55 – $80  $170 – $200  $650 – $750  $850 – $1000
 2014  $40  $75 – $85  $55 – $80  $170 – $200  $650 – $750  $850 – $1000

 

Chrysler Pt Cruiser Timing Belt Replacement Cost And Schedule

The replacement cost for a Chrysler Pt Cruiser  timing belt varies between $600 to $950 on average depending on your year model, where you’re located and whether you get it done at a dealership or at a local mechanic.  The time taken to replace the belt is usually around 4 to 5 hours. The suggested cost here includes replacement of the timing belt, water pump and tensioner + labor. If  other parts are going to be replaced such as the power steering and AC compressor belts, seals and gaskets then the cost may be a little higher. The schedule for replacing the timing belt of a Pt Cruiser should generally be at an interval of 100,000 miles.

Model Year Timing Belt Part Cost Other Parts Cost Total Parts Cost Total Replacement Cost(parts + Labor)
Water Pump Tensioner Local Mechanic Dealership
 2001  $30 – $35  $30 – $40  $25 – $50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950
 2002  $30 – $35   $30 – $40  $25 -$50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950
 2003  $30 – $35   $30 – $40  $25 -$50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950
 2004  $30 – $35    $30 – $40  $25 -$50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950
 2005  $30 – $35    $30 – $40  $25 -$50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950
 2006  $30 – $35   $30 – $40  $25 -$50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950
 2007  $30 – $35  $30 – $40  $25 -$50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950
 2008  $30 – $35   $30 – $40  $25 -$50  $85 – $125  $600 to $750  $800 – $950

 

Honda Civic Timing Belt Replacement Cost

The replacement cost for a honda civic timing belt varies between $280 to $650 on average depending on your year model and whether you get it done at a dealership or at a local mechanic.  The time taken to replace the belt is usually around 3 to 4 hours. The suggested cost here includes replacement of the timing belt, water pump and tensioner + labor. If  other parts are going to be replaced such as the power steering and AC compressor belts, seals and gaskets then the cost may be a little higher. The timing belt for a honda civic should generally be changed at an interval of 100,000 miles

Model Year Timing Belt Part Cost Other Parts Cost(water pump + Tensioner ) Total Replacement Cost(parts + Labor)
Local Mechanic Dealership
 1995  $26 – $36  $55 – $70  $280 to $380  $480 – $580
 1996  $30 – $40   $75 – $90  $300 – $400  $500 – $600
 1997  $30 – $40   $75 – $90  $300 – $400  $500 – $600
 1998  $30 – $40   $75 – $90  $300 – $400  $500 – $600
 1999  $30 – $40   $75 – $90  $300 – $400  $500 – $600
 2000  $30 – $40   $75 – $90  $300 – $400  $500 – $600
 2001  $18 – $30  $95 – $140  $350 – $450  $550 – $650
 2002  $18 – $30  $95 – $140  $350 – $450  $550 – $650
 2003  $18 – $30  $95 – $140  $350 – $450  $550 – $650
 2004  $18 – $30  $95 – $140  $350 – $450  $550 – $650
 2005  $18 – $30  $95 – $140  $350 – $450  $550 – $650