What is the recommended mileage interval for timing chain inspection or replacement on 10th generation Corollas (2009-2013) ?
by tashirosgt, February 26, 2013
What is the recommended mileage interval for timing chain inspection or replacement on 10th generation Corollas (2009-2013) ?
There is no specific mileage for timing chain inspection or replacement... Chain would have to be removed to measure for elongation service limit. Chain noise would normally give you some warning. With regular maintenance and oil changes, chain can last at least a couple hundred thousand miles.
9th generation Corolla timing chain inspection: http://www.testroete.com/car/Toyota/celica/repair%20information/repair%20manual/06%20-%20Engine%20Mechanical/08%20-%20Timing%20Chain%20-%20Inspection.pdf
