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    Dec 3, 2008, 02:11 PM
    1998 Honda Civic Timing Belt Change
    Hi,
    I am planning to buy a used 1998 Civic Lx- 117 K from a Dealer .Do I need to change the Timing Belt. as I am not sure if the previous owner has changed it or not. Is there a way we can find that out.
    At what intervals do we need to change the Timing Belt?
    Is it OK to buy the car?


    Thanks.
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    Dec 3, 2008, 02:56 PM

    . The timing belt should be changed every 90,000 miles or 7 years, whichever comes first. It is an interference engine and serious damage will result if it breaks.

    . Ask the dealer if there is a maintenance log (or receipts) on the car. You might negotiate, in writing, having the dealer warranty it for some period.
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