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dorsetbill
Jul 3, 2008, 12:32 AM
How critical is it that the cambelt is replaced on a 6 yr old rover 25. Its not mentioned in the owners manual.

TxGreaseMonkey
Jul 3, 2008, 07:17 AM
If it's an interference engine, it's very important. Normally, timing belts should be replaced every 80,000 to 90,000 miles or 7 years, whichever comes first.

dorsetbill
Jul 3, 2008, 09:53 AM
Thank you. I believe it does have an "interference" engine... where the valves could hit
The pistons but this 6 year old car has only 41000 miles on and is driven sedately by a
74 year old guy... me.