Timing belt on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe

Yes, you are about 1 1/2 years past due for the replacement of the timing belt. This would be a good time to do two things:

*Get the timing belt replaced NOW before you wind up with major engine damage
*Familiarize yourself with the manufacturer’s Maintenance Schedule that should be sitting in your glove compartment. Many other service procedures besides the timing belt replacment should be done on an elapsed-time basis, and if you schedule maintenance procedures solely by the odometer reading, you are surely shortening the life of the vehicle.

As the vehicle’s owner, you owe it to yourself to be familiar with the maintenance schedule as this is the best way to extend the life of the vehicle. Timely maintenance will cost you less over the long run, as it will help to reduce the incidence of repairs.