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The 2.4L 4 cylinder Kia Optima engine from 2008 to 2020 has a timing chain and is interference while from 2001 to 2007 it has a timing belt and is also interference.
The 2.7L V6 Kia Optima engine from 2002 to 2010 has a timing belt and is interference.
The 2.0L Turbocharged 4 cylinder Kia Optima engine from 2011 to 2020 has a timing chain and is interference.
The 1.6L Turbocharged 4 cylinder Kia Optima engine from 2016 to 2020 has a timing chain and is interference.
The 2.5L V6 Kia Optima engine from 2001 has a timing belt and is interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Kia Optima.
Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
---|---|---|---|
2008 to 2020 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference |
2016 to 2020 | 1.6L Turbo 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference |
2011 to 2020 | 2.0L Turbo 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference |
2001 to 2007 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing belt | interference |
2002 to 2010 | 2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference |
2001 | 2.5L V6 | timing belt | interference |
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.
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.
All 2020 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.6L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2019 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.6L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2018 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.6L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2017 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.6L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2016 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
1.6L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2015 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2014 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2013 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2012 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2011 Kia Optima engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.0L Turbocharged 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.7L 2010 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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The 2.7L 2009 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.7L 2008 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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The 2.7L 2007 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.7L 2006 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.7L 2005 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.7L 2004 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.7L 2003 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.7L 2002 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.7L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2.5L 2001 Kia Optima engine has a timing belt and the 2.4L has a timing chain. Both are interference
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L V6 | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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