Mazda 2: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2011 - 2014)

All Mazda 2 engines have timing chains and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Mazda 2.

Mazda 2 Timing Belt Or Chain

Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
2011- 2014	All	Timing Chain	Interference

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

2014 Mazda 2 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Mazda 2 engines have timing chains and are interference.

2014 Mazda 2 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.5L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2013 Mazda 2 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Mazda 2 engines have timing chains and are interference.

2013 Mazda 2 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.5L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2012 Mazda 2 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Mazda 2 engines have timing chains and are interference.

2012 Mazda 2 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.5L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2011 Mazda 2 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Mazda 2 engines have timing chains and are interference.

2011 Mazda 2 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.5L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

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.