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Acura RDX: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2007 - 2024)

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team

Last Updated 2024-02-09

The 2019 to 2024 Acura RDX with the 2.0L engine has a timing chain, the 2013 to 2018 Acura RDX with the 3.5L engine has a timing belt and the 2007 to 2012 Acura RDX has a timing chain.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Acura RDX.

Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2019 – 20242.0LTiming ChainInterference
2013 - 20183.5LTiming BeltInterference
2007 - 20122.3LTiming ChainInterference

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

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2024 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2024 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 272 hp (K20C4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2023 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2023 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 272 hp (K20C4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
2022 Acura RDX
2022 Acura RDX

2022 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2022 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 272 hp (K20C4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2021 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2021 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 272 hp (K20C4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2020 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2020 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 272 hp (K20C4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
2019 Acura RDX
2019 Acura RDX

2019 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2019 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 272 hp (K20C4)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2018 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Acura RDX models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2018 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.5L V6 279 hp (J35Z2)Timing BeltInterference60k
2017 Acura RDX
2017 Acura RDX

2017 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Acura RDX models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2017 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.5L V6 279 hp (J35Z2)Timing BeltInterference60k

2016 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Acura RDX models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2016 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.5L V6 279 hp (J35Z2)Timing BeltInterference60k

2015 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Acura RDX models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2015 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.5L V6 279 hp (J35Z2)Timing BeltInterference60k

2014 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Acura RDX models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2014 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.5L V6 279 hp (J35Z2)Timing BeltInterference60k

2013 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Acura RDX models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

2013 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.5L V6 279 hp (J35Z2)Timing BeltInterference60k

2012 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.3L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (K23A1)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2011 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2011 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.3L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (K23A1)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2010 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2010 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.3L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (K23A1)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2009 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2009 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.3L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (K23A1)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2008 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2008 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.3L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (K23A1)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2007 Acura RDX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Acura RDX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2007 Acura RDX Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.3L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (K23A1)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
Acura RDX
Acura RDX

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

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Acura RDX Belt Or Chain Comparisons By Year

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