What engines have timing belts?
What cars have timing chains instead of belts?
- Most BMWs.
- Most Mercedes.
- All Cadillacs.
- Alfa Romeo 159.
- Chevrolet Corvette.
- Dacia Duster, Sandero, Sandero Stepway.
- Honda Jazz.
- Mazda with Skyactiv-G engine.
Do engines still use timing belts?
Some car manufacturers have begun to replace the timing belts on newer vehicles with timing chains. The idea is that a chain is more durable and will last as long as the vehicle. Depending on the make, model and year of your car, you may not have a timing belt.
When did cars stop using timing belts?
Through the 1980s, timing chains powered many overhead cam (OHC) engines. Timing belts were especially common from the mid-’80s through the ’00s, but timing chains are becoming more widespread again. Without disassembly, it can be difficult to identify what kind of timing components are in your car’s engine.
What cars have a timing belt?
Most BMWs
Which Hondas have timing belts?
All Honda V6 engines currently incorporate the use of a timing belt. Honda cars that are equipped with the V6 engine include the Honda Accord V6, Honda Ridgeline, Honda Odyssey van, and Honda Pilot.
When should you replace a timing belt?
Your timing belt should be replaced every 50,000–70,000 miles, depending on your car’s make and model.
Which cars have timing chain or belt?
The timing belt or chain is an integral part of the construction of every car engine and Acura vehicles are no exception to this rule. This component is responsible for mechanical timing. Put in simpler words, it times the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft or camshafts to ensure the smooth operation of the engine.