Acura TSX: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2004 - 2014)

Over the lifespan of the Acura TSX, the 2.4L engine has a timing chain, while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.

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

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

2014 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

For the 2014 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.

2013 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

For the 2013 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.

2012 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

For the 2012 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.

2011 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

For the 2011 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.

2010 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

For the 2010 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.

2009 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2008 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2007 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2006 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2005 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2004 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2004 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

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.