I bought this '04 back in '06 and it had about 35k on it. Since then I have driven it over 110k and had no idea that it was supposed to get a timing belt change. I was telling a buddy this recently and he says that I'm way over due. I have noticed an odd noise coming from the engine the past couple of weeks that sounds like a bearing worn out or something.
Anyway, my question is: Do I need the Timing Belt Kit or could I get by with simply replacing the belt. I'm trying to get out as cheap as possible since I don't plan to keep the vehicle much longer anyway.

thanks

 

Timing belt should be changed every 60k miles. Yes, get the kit. The tensioner and idler should also be replaced.

 

that's what I needed to know...thanks.