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How much does a Timing Cover Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Chevrolet C2500 Timing Cover Replacement is $566 with $281 for parts and $285 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1988 Chevrolet C2500V6-4.3LService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$982.24Shop/Dealer Price$1160.32 - $1613.53
1989 Chevrolet C2500V8-5.0LService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$913.50Shop/Dealer Price$1092.46 - $1548.16
1995 Chevrolet C2500V8-6.5L DieselService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$1005.23Shop/Dealer Price$1193.38 - $1654.16
1995 Chevrolet C2500V8-6.5L Turbo DieselService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$1005.23Shop/Dealer Price$1193.28 - $1653.98
1990 Chevrolet C2500V8-5.7LService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$856.51Shop/Dealer Price$1029.50 - $1480.73
1990 Chevrolet C2500V8-6.2L DieselService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$1081.23Shop/Dealer Price$1277.39 - $1744.17
1992 Chevrolet C2500V8-5.0LService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$931.50Shop/Dealer Price$1109.96 - $1565.30
1991 Chevrolet C2500V8-5.7LService typeTiming Cover ReplacementEstimate$871.51Shop/Dealer Price$1045.16 - $1496.89
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What is the Timing Cover all about?

The timing cover is an essential component designed to protect the timing belt, timing chain or cam belt of your car from road debris, grime and gravel. The timing belt or chain of your car controls the rotation of the camshafts and crankshaft in the internal combustion engine. As long as they are spinning, the engine’s valves open and close in synchronized movement with each cylinder’s intake and exhaust strokes.

Depending on the make of your car, it will have a timing belt, timing chain or cam belt. If your car has a timing belt, the timing cover protects it from road debris that can damage and break its teeth. Without the protection of the timing cover, the belt can skip, slip off the timing gears or even break. In case of engines that include a timing belt the timing cover only protects the timing belt and can be made of plastic, metal or both.

In case of cars that have a timing chain, the timing cover secures the front section of the engine block with the help of a timing cover gasket. In this way, the timing gears and chain receive lubrication with the engine oil. If the timing cover gasket breaks, you will notice engine oil leaking. If your car has a timing chain, it will most likely have a metal timing cover.

Keep in mind:

  • If the timing belt slips off the pulleys, your engine will be severely damaged.
  • Most timing belt covers have timing cover gaskets, which help to protect the belt.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle hood is raised and supported
  • The defective timing cover is removed and gasket surfaces are cleaned on engine
  • The new timing cover is installed and tightened to specifications
  • The timing is tested and adjusted as needed and checked for any oil leaks
  • The vehicle hood is closed and road tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

If the timing belt or chain needs to be replaced, have our expert mechanics check the timing cover for damage and replace it if needed. Remember that oil leaks can damage the timing cover gasket, in which case the gasket can no longer protect the timing belt. If that happens, you need to replace the oil seals, timing belt and gasket together.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Timing Cover?

  • Engine oil and/or coolant leaking
  • A rasping or grating sound coming from the front of the engine
  • Missed timing marks (The crankshafts, and camshafts of the car should be perfectly aligned or timed with the moving pistons of the engine. If there is any misalignment, you will notice a sharp decrease in power when moving up inclines.)

How important is this service?

As part of the regular maintenance schedule, make sure the timing cover is intact and working properly. Debris and grime can not only damage the timing belt of the car, but also damage the engine. Running the car with a damaged timing cover may lead to the timing belt slipping off resulting in severe engine damage.

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Chevrolet C2500 V8-5.7L - Oil/Fluid Leak - San Ramon, California
diagnosed the problem within 10 minutes and repaired it within 1/2 hr.. Saved me about 250 bucks for a towing job plus repairs.

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Chevrolet C2500 V8-5.7L - Brake Light Switch - Ocala, Florida
Hi.David was prompt and polite to my mother, b/c I had to be at work while he fixed the brake light switch on my truck. I found it was very convenient that he came to the house to do the repair. The quote for the repair was exactly what I was charged. This is the second time I have used his service and YourMechanic, and would use it again if necessary. James

Paul

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Paul
12 years of experience
Chevrolet C2500 V8-5.7L - Power Steering Pressure Hose - San Jose, California
Very friendly, gave accurate account on work and was forthright and honest. Had job done in less time than scheduled for. Also let me know I was low on oil and antifreeze. Would defiantly use Paul again and recommend him to friends and coworkers.

Carlos

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Carlos
16 years of experience
Chevrolet C2500 V8-5.7L - Fuel Pump - Fort Worth, Texas
Came on time with all the parts needed. Helped me understand more about the truck than I ever knew. Made some suggestions to help from having later problems. Great mechanic.

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