Does the 2001 Toyota Avalon have a timing belt or chain?

The 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a timing belt. Unlike a chain that is designed to last the life of the vehicle, a belt needs to be replaced routinely. Toyota recommends replacing this part every 60,000 miles. However, Your unique driving habits will dictate exactly when this needs to happen. It's a good idea to have the belt inspected routinely for wear and to make sure it's not loose. If one breaks, it can result in expensive damage, so replacing it before a small issue progresses is important. The average cost to replace the timing belt on a 2001 Avalon is $550 to $820. Labor makes up about $290 to $370 of that total, so this is a very labor-intensive and time-consuming service repair.