![]() ![]() That reality, coupled with the fact that this engine-like most modern 4 cylinder engines-is of the "interference" design, means that when the timing belt breaks, valves and pistons will collide, resulting in.extensive internal engine repairs. Usually, a timing chain will give some warning of its impending demise by making rattling sounds inside the chain cover as it loosens.īy contrast, a timing belt will give no audible or visual warning that it is nearing the end, and a timing belt that looks good can wind up breaking 5 miles down the road. Timing chains are not replaced proactively, and may last for the life of the engine. The more desirable 6-cylinder model utilizes a timing chain. The 4-cylinder model utilizes a timing belt. So-to clarify the possible confusion between dealerships: So, although this car does not yet have enough elapsed time under its belt (no pun intended) for a timing belt change, it might have racked up something in the area of 105k miles, and may be due for this maintenance. The actual interval is 105k or 8 years, whichever comes first. ![]()
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