Chevrolet Captiva: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2012 - 2015)

All Chevrolet Captiva engines have a timing chain and are interference.

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

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

2015 Chevrolet Captiva - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2015 Chevrolet Captiva has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2014 Chevrolet Captiva - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2014 Chevrolet Captiva has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2013 Chevrolet Captiva - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2013 Chevrolet Captiva has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 Chevrolet Captiva - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has 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.