how much does fixing a timing belt cost
1 Hiring a mechanic to replace a timing chain typically costs $300-$1,000, depending on the make and model of the vehicle, its age and whether the work is performed at a dealership or an independent shop.2  Purchased separately, a timing chain typically costs $50-$250 or more. One owner of a 1993 Nissan 240SX asked an Internet forum what the typical cost for a timing chain for that car was, and the answers ranged from $200 to $400. 2  By comparison, in a similar forum, an owner of a 2004 Cadillac SRX was quoted prices of about $300.