Is the Mazda 2 chain driven?
The petrol engine is chain-driven, so there’s no need for a replacement cambelt, although the 1.4-litre diesel is fitted with a belt that must be replaced every 10 years or 125,000 miles.
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.
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.
Are there any cars that still use timing belts?
Some new car manufacturers, such as Audi, still use timing belts in their engine designs, but for longevity, many manufacturers have switched to metal timing chains that in theory last for the life of the engine. My advice would be to refer to your owner’s manual and look up the maintenance schedule. If you don’t have one, Google it.
How much does it cost to change your timing belt?
A typical job would be around $450. If you do it yourself on a car that is relatively forgiving, the parts cost for good quality components would be around $250 or less, so taking a day and doing it yourself would be well worth it. How Do I Change My Timing Belt?
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.
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.
When do I need to replace my timing belt?
We recommend that the timing belt be replaced, along with the water pump and accessory drive belts, at 90,000-100,000 miles.
Why is my timing chain making a noise?
With timing chain engines, the most common complaint is noise from the stretched chain or variable valve timing actuator. Or, you may see P0011 or P0012 DTCs, indicating the cam timing is not as expected. This code could be as simple as the oil level being low, but it could also be the result of a worn chain or actuator.