I took my 2002 Odyssey with 96K miles on it for a timing belt replacement (also water pump, accessory belts..) to a Honda dealership in Detroit Metro area. Estimate was $692. After a few hours, the dealership called to tell me that there was a delay since the tensioner was also bad since oil was leaking and that would also have to be replaced $120 extra (no extra labor). I was OK with that.
Later they called with some bad news-the timing belt was not installed properly and the vehicle is not driveable. Something about the valve is bent and engine may need machining. May be a few more days in the shop. All this happened Friday. Meanwhile they have given us a Town and Country minivan (which is very nice) rental. Of course no extra charges. I will know more details Monday.
I am concerned that the machined engine will not perform as well as the old one. Should I ask for a new engine? What are my options at this point and what should I demand for?
Many thanks.
Later they called with some bad news-the timing belt was not installed properly and the vehicle is not driveable. Something about the valve is bent and engine may need machining. May be a few more days in the shop. All this happened Friday. Meanwhile they have given us a Town and Country minivan (which is very nice) rental. Of course no extra charges. I will know more details Monday.
I am concerned that the machined engine will not perform as well as the old one. Should I ask for a new engine? What are my options at this point and what should I demand for?
Many thanks.