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Old Jul 4, 2018 | 10:36 AM
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How difficult is it to change the timing belt on a 2013 Sonic 1.8L engine?
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Old Jul 4, 2018 | 7:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Pjrh60
How difficult is it to change the timing belt on a 2013 Sonic 1.8L engine?
Not familiar with the Sonic, but unless you have the tools, it might be easier to have it done at a shop. Transverse motors make changing belts a PITA.

Here is a YT vid showing how its done:

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Old Jul 5, 2018 | 4:19 AM
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Thank you . I've ordered the tool so I hope it goes well.
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