What kind of timing chain does a Mazda 2 have?
For the 1996 to 2002 models, Mazda 2 cars with the B3 and B5 engines have a belt. From 2002 to 2007, cars with the Mazda Z engine have a timing chain and the rest with the Ford engines are belt driven. For the third generation, cars with the ZJ-VE and ZY-VE engines have a chain and the Y4 and Y6 diesel engines have a belt.
When did Mazda stop using the timing belt?
There are plenty of Mazdas equipped with timing belts still on the road and this can spell service opportunities for your shop. Mazda made the move to timing chains in the mid-2000s, and since we won’t get into the nuts and bolts of chain replacement, you would be better served referring to your service information.
What are timing marks for Mazda 323 1.3 litre?
If anyone has any info on timing marks for the 1.3, 1.5 and 2 litre please use the contact link on this site to let me know so I can add it to this guide (it should be in the workshop manual).
How do you replace a cam belt on a Mazda 323?
The normal method for manual cars is to remove the starter motor (which turns the engine over by contacting with the teeth on the flywheel) – you can then get access to the flywheel teeth. Alternatively you may well find that your car is equipped with a flywheel access hole underneath the engine/gearbox and you can use this to jam the teeth.
What kind of timing belt does a Mazda 3 have?
Here is a list of timing belts and timing chains for a Mazda 3. Reference the model year with the corresponding engine to see if your car has a belt or a chain. .
When did Mazda stop using the timing chain?
From 2002 to 2007, cars with the Mazda Z engine have a timing chain and the rest with the Ford engines are belt driven.
Is the Mazda 323 a belt driven engine?
Can any one provide a definitive ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer on whether the Mazda 323 (year of manufacture 2001) has a belt or chain driven camshaft on the 1.6 engine? It’s my understanding that the 1.6 engine in the new mazda3 is chain driven and was wondering if this is the case with the 1.6 engine in the proceding 323 model.
How to change the timing belt on a Mazda 626?
1) With the 626 in the bay, the first step is to remove the battery cable, spark plugs and cam and crank sensors. 2) Remove the drive belts and move the power steering pump to the side, with hoses attached. 3) Remove the valve cover and position the engine so the number one cylinder is on top dead center of the compression stroke.