Change Car Timing Belt Kit Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Change Car Timing Belt Kit
| Estimated time | 6h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~600£ |
| Difficulty | Very technical |
| Vehicles |
Range Rover Evoque 2010-2018 2
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| Renew the timing belt | 6h00 |
| Renew the timing belt kit | 7h00 |
| Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump | 8h00 |
What is the function of a Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover Evoque 2010-2018 | 2010-2018 | 2.0 GTDi (Si4) Petrol (204PT), 2.0 I4 Petrol (PT204), 2.0 Petrol (PT204), 2.0 TD4 Diesel (204DTA), 2.0 TD4 Diesel (204DTD), SD4 (2.2D) Diesel (224DT), TD4 (2.2D) Diesel (224DT) | Diesel, Petrol |
| Range Rover Evoque 2019-2025 | 2019-2025 | D150 (2.0 MHEV) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (204DTD), D150 (2.0) Diesel (204DTD), D165 (2.0 MHEV) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (204DTY), D165 (2.0) Diesel (204DTY), D180 (2.0 MHEV) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (204DTD), D200 (2.0 MHEV) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (204DTY), D240 (2.0 MHEV) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (204DTA), P20… | 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
