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Honda: Honda Timing Belt, timing belt tensioner, honda timing belt


Question
I recently got my 2002 Honda Accord timing belt replaced.  I've noticed a minor "hissing" noise that seems to be coming from the area of the timing belt.  It's not always constant but enough that I've had some concern with it.  Is this something that I should be concerned with and take back to the garage?

Answer
If the car is a four cylinder engine the timing belt tensioner may be adjusted too tight. It's also possible that one of the timing covers it rubbing the crankshaft pulley or a drive belt. Either way, if it is a noise that was not there before the repairs, I'd let the shop listen to the noise.