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2003 Toyota Highlander Base 4dr 4-Cyl (GS)

2003 Toyota Highlander
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door, Sport Utility Vehicle
22 mpg city / 27 mpg hwy
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October 22, 2012, 3:10 pm

Joseph P
 

Question: how difficult is the job of changing the valve cover gaskets, and what would be a good estimate of t

the dealer gave me a $ 514.00 estimate to replace the valve cover gaskets, also it is time to replace the timing belt,$346


October 29, 2012, 11:48 am

Elizabeth K
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You have to take the valve cover off (and replace gasket) to replace timing belt--the total labor cost should reflect the combination of jobs.

You can try the 'repair cost calculator' link on this site to get an estimate.


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