Does A Subaru Impreza Have A Timing Belt (Cambelt) Or A Chain?Here is a list of timing belts and timing chains for a Subaru Impreza.
When Subaru models with 1.5l, 1.6l, 2.0l, 2.2l & 2.5l Petrol engines with manual transmission (e.g. Subaru Forester, Impreza, Liberty, Legacy and Outback) began to show significant timing belt drive systems failure, Gates engineers discovered improper installation was the cause. They went beyond OE and created a special tool that ensures a perfect installation, every time.
I just recently bought a 2009 Impreza 2.5i. It has 113,000Km's on it (about 70,000 Miles). How to know if I should change my timing belt? (about 70,000 Miles). The maintenance guide says to replace the timing belt at around 96,000Kms. I don't know if this was done before I bought the car. Today, I took off the inspection.
CORRECT BELT CLEARANCE IS CRUCIALThe affected models are typically fitted with a timing belt guide plate directly above the crank shaft pulley, very close to the timing belt. Manufacturer specifications call for 0.5mm to 1mm (.019” to.059”) of clearance between the belt and guide plate to prevent contact between these components.
Belt-to-cover contact causes friction and generates excessive heat, resulting in premature component failure and catastrophic engine damage.Ideal clearance between the timing belt and guide plate FLAWLESS INSTALLATION, EVERY TIME Needless to say that it’s key to ensure correct clearance across the full arc of the guide plate. Since it’s almost impossible to guarantee this through visual inspection, Gates has developed an application-specific tool to help you achieve the required clearance.
When mounting the guide plate, insert the GAT0001 Gates Spacer tool between the belt and the plate. After tightening the bolts, the tool can be removed using the convenient ‘extension tab’, leaving an ideal clearance between the plate and the belt. It’s that simple!