1998 Lexus LS400 V-8 4.0 L

[Mitchell D. Trockman]

Can someone tell me if this is model has an "Interference engine " In other
words will the engine get damaged if the timing belt breaks? What is the
manufacturers recommendation regarding when the timing belt should be
replaced. Does anyone know that a dealer might charge for the new belt?
Thanks

[Ray O]

Post by Mitchell D. Trockman
Can someone tell me if this is model has an "Interference engine " In
other words will the engine get damaged if the timing belt breaks? What
is the manufacturers recommendation regarding when the timing belt should
be replaced. Does anyone know that a dealer might charge for the new
belt? Thanks

According to Gates timing belt web site, the 1998 LS has an interference
engine, with a manufacturer's recommended timing belt replacement interval
of 90,000 miles.

[Nulket]

Post by Ray O

Post by Mitchell D. Trockman
Can someone tell me if this is model has an "Interference engine " In
other words will the engine get damaged if the timing belt breaks? What
is the manufacturers recommendation regarding when the timing belt should
be replaced. Does anyone know that a dealer might charge for the new
belt? Thanks

According to Gates timing belt web site, the 1998 LS has an interference
engine, with a manufacturer's recommended timing belt replacement interval
of 90,000 miles.

VVT-i means "don't let the belt break!"