Is there a timing chain in a 2003 Mazda Bravo?
… I have a 2003 Mazda Bravo 2600 ute with an F2 petrol engine and I was wondering whether it has a timing chain or a belt, and if it has a belt when it should be changed? I don’t do much driving or take long trips, and it has travelled only 33,200 km.
How to tell the timing belt interval on a Mazda?
Once you know, you can determine your Mazda timing belt interval by using the first table and the reference key. Be sure to look at the second table to see whether or not the engine is interference-fit. 1.8L DOHC 4 Cyl. 1.8L SOHC 4 Cyl. 2.3L 4 Cyl.
How often do you change the belt on a Mazda Bravo?
It has a belt to drive the camshaft, and belts typically are changed every 100,000 km or so, but because they deteriorate with time there is usually a time recommendation for the service as well. That’s in the order of four to five years, and as your Bravo is seven years old it would wise to change it.
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.
What kind of timing belt does a Mazda 2 use?
Mazda 2 Model Year Engine Belt / Chain 1.4 L I4 MZ-CDTi (Ford DLD – 414) timing belt 2007 – 2014 1.3 L ZJ-VE I4 (gasoline) timing chain 1.5 L ZY-VE I4 timing chain 1.4 L Y4 I4 (mz-cd, diesel) timing belt
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.
We recommend that the timing belt be replaced, along with the water pump and accessory drive belts, at 90,000-100,000 miles.
What should Mazda TSB 01-012 / 12 do?
Mazda TSB #01-012/12 covers the diagnostics and procedures well; the problem is the lock pin on the actuator is damaged, allowing uncontrolled movement of the components. The TSB covers how to replace the actuator pulley without replacing the timing chain and refers you to the service manual if the chain needs to be replaced.
When to replace timing belt on Mazda 3?
{21} – On 1989-98 MPV 3.0L models, at 60,000 miles inspect the tensioner pulley & replace as necessary. A worn inner bushing may allow the pulley to slant resulting in a torn or jumped belt. {32} – On 1993-96 models, replace every 60,000 miles. On 1997-2006 inspect at 60,000 miles, then again at 90,000 miles.
How often should I replace my timing belt?
A worn inner bushing may allow the pulley to slant resulting in a torn or jumped belt. {32} – On 1993-96 models, replace every 60,000 miles. On 1997-2006 inspect at 60,000 miles, then again at 90,000 miles. It is recommended but not required, but it should be replaced at 105,000 miles. Questions? We can help.
… I have a 2003 Mazda Bravo 2600 ute with an F2 petrol engine and I was wondering whether it has a timing chain or a belt, and if it has a belt when it should be changed? I don’t do much driving or take long trips, and it has travelled only 33,200 km.
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.
It has a belt to drive the camshaft, and belts typically are changed every 100,000 km or so, but because they deteriorate with time there is usually a time recommendation for the service as well. That’s in the order of four to five years, and as your Bravo is seven years old it would wise to change it.