Change Car Timing Belt Kit Subaru Impreza

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 3h30–5h00 ~350–500€
Temps estimé 3h30–5h00
Coût estimé ~350–500€
Difficulté Very technical
Motorisations
Impreza II 2000-2007 4
  • 2.0 16V WRX Turbo Gas (EJ205)
  • 2.5 16V Gas (EJ251)
  • 2.5 16V WRX STi Gas (EJ257)
  • 2.5 16V WRX Turbo Gas (EJ255)
Impreza III 2007-2013 2
  • 2.5 WRX Gas (EJ255)
  • 2.5 WRX STi Gas (EJ257)
Impreza IV 2012-2017 1
  • WRX STi 2.5 Turbo Gas (EJ257)
Renew the timing belt 3h30–5h00
Renew the timing belt kit 4h00–7h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 6h00–8h00

What is the function of a Subaru Impreza timing belt?

The timing belt synchronises the rotation of the camshaft(s) with the crankshaft, ensuring that the inlet and exhaust valves open and close at precisely the right moment. It may also drive other components such as the high-pressure fuel pump or the water pump.

When should you change the Subaru Impreza timing belt?

The replacement interval varies greatly between manufacturers, typically between 60,000 and 240,000 km or 4 to 10 years, whichever comes first. Always respect the time-based interval even if the mileage has not been reached.

What happens if the Subaru Impreza timing belt breaks?

On interference engines (the vast majority of modern engines), a broken timing belt causes the pistons to strike the open valves, resulting in bent valves, damaged pistons, and potentially a destroyed engine. Repair costs can reach several thousand euros. Preventive replacement is critical.

Is it difficult to change the Subaru Impreza timing belt?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical, requiring specialist tools (crankshaft and camshaft locking tools specific to your engine, tensioner tools, torque wrench) and precise knowledge of timing marks. Incorrect installation can cause severe engine damage. Recommended for experienced mechanics only.

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5 générations couvertes

Génération Période Motorisations Carburant
Impreza 1993-2001 1993-2001 1.8i 16V Gas (EJ18S), 2.2 Gas (EJ222) Gas
Impreza II 2000-2007 2000-2007 2.0 16V WRX Turbo Gas (EJ205), 2.5 16V Gas (EJ251), 2.5 16V Gas (EJ253), 2.5 16V WRX STi Gas (EJ257), 2.5 16V WRX Turbo Gas (EJ255) Gas
Impreza III 2007-2013 2007-2013 2.5 SOHC Gas (EJ253), 2.5 WRX Gas (EJ255), 2.5 WRX STi Gas (EJ257) Gas
Impreza IV 2012-2017 2012-2017 2.0 Gas (FB20), WRX STi 2.5 Turbo Gas (EJ257) Gas
Impreza V 2017-2025 2017-2025 2.0i Gas (FB20) Gas

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