Jeep Patriot: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2007 - 2017)

All Kia Rio engines from 2012 to 2023 have a timing chain and are interference. All Kia Rio engines from 2001 to 2011 have a timing belt and are interference.

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

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

2017 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2016 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2015 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2014 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2013 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2011 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2010 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2009 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2008 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Jeep Patriots have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2007 Jeep Patriot - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Jeep Patriots 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.