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The Honda Civic is a subcompact car offered by Honda since 1972. They have a reputation of being sporty while still being economical and reliable.
From 2006 to 2021 all Honda Civic engines have a timing chain and are interference.
The 1.3L and 2.0L Honda Civic Engines from 2002 to 2005 have timing chains and are interference.
From 2001 to 2005 the Honda Civic 1.7L engine has a timing belt and is interference.
All Honda Civic engines from 1988 to 2000 have timing belts and are interference.
For example, the 2021 Honda Civic 2.0L Turbo option has a timing chain while the 2005 Honda Civic DX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl option has a timing belt.
Model Years | Engine Option | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference |
---|---|---|---|
2006 - 2021 | all engines | timing chain | interference |
2002 - 2005 | 1.3L, 2.0L | timing chain | interference |
2001 - 2005 | 1.7L | timing belt | interference |
1988 - 2000 | all engines | timing belt | interference |
Scroll down for detailed information on your particular Honda Civic model year.
Check the belt or chain for other makes and models here.
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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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.
All 2021 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
1.5L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2020 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
1.5L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2019 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
1.5L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2018 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
1.5L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2017 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
1.5L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2016 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
1.5L Turbo | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2015 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2014 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2013 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2012 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2011 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2010 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2009 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2008 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2007 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2006 Honda Civics engines have a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.8L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2005 Honda Civics apart from the Si and Hybrid models are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. The Si and Hybrid models are equipped with a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
DX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D17A2 1.7L 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si K20A3 2.0L 160 hp 4-Cyl | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
Hybrid 1.3L 85 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2004 Honda Civics apart from the Si and Hybrid models are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. The Si and Hybrid models are equipped with a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
DX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D17A2 1.7L 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si K20A3 2.0L 160 hp 4-Cyl | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
Hybrid 1.3L 85 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2003 Honda Civics apart from the Si and Hybrid models are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. The Si and Hybrid models are equipped with a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
DX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D17A2 1.7L 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si K20A3 2.0L 160 hp 4-Cyl | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
Hybrid 1.3L 85 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2002 Honda Civics apart from the Si and Hybrid models are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. The Si models are equipped with a timing chain and are interference. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
DX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D17A2 1.7L 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si K20A3 2.0L 160 hp 4-Cyl | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2001 Honda Civics apart from the Si model are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
DX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D17A1 1.7L 117 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D17A2 1.7L 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 110k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 2000 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Y8 1.6L SOHC 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si B16A2 1.6L DOHC 160 hp | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1999 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Y8 1.6L SOHC 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si B16A2 1.6L DOHC 160 hp | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1998 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Y8 1.6L SOHC 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1997 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Y8 1.6L SOHC 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1996 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D16Y7 1.6L SOHC 106 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Y8 1.6L SOHC 127 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 105k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1995 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D15B8 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
VX D15Z1 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1994 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D15B8 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
VX D15Z1 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1993 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D15B8 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
VX D15Z1 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1992 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
CX D15B8 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
DX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
LX D15B7 1.5L 102 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
EX D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
VX D15Z1 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
Si D16Z6 1.6L 125 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k normal, 60k severe miles |
All 1991 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
STD D15B1 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
DX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
LX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
EX D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon FWD D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Si D16A6 1.6L 108 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon 4WD D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
All 1990 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
STD D15B1 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
DX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
LX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
EX D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon FWD D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Si D16A6 1.6L 108 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon 4WD D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
All 1989 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
STD D15B1 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
DX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
LX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
EX D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon FWD D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Si D16A6 1.6L 108 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon 4WD D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
All 1988 Honda Civics are equipped with a timing belt and interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
STD D15B1 1.5L 70 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
DX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
LX D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 60k miles |
EX D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon FWD D15B2 1.5L 92 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Si D16A6 1.6L 108 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
Wagon 4WD D16A6 1.6L 105 hp 4-Cyl | timing belt | interference | 90k miles |
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