Mazda 626: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (1983 - 2002)

All the Mazda 626 engines have a timing belt. The Mazda 626 2.0L gas and 2.5L engines are non-interference while the 2.0L diesel and 2.2L engines are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Mazda 626.

Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
1983 - 1987, 1993 - 2002	2.0L gas	Timing Belt	Non-Interference
1993 - 2002	2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference
1984 - 1985	2.0L Diesel	Timing Belt	Interference
1988 - 1993	2.2L	Timing Belt	Interference

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

2002 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2002 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

2002 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	100k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	100k

2001 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2001 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

2001 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	100k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	100k

2000 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2000 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

2000 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1999 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1999 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1999 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1998 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1998 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1998 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1997 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1997 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1997 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1996 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1996 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1996 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1995 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1995 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1995 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1994 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1994 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1994 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1993 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1993 Mazda 626 has a timing belt. The 2.0L and 2.5L engines are non-interference while the 2.2L is interference.

1993 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k
2.2L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1992 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1992 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1992 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.2L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1991 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1991 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1991 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.2L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1990 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1990 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1990 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.2L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1989 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1989 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1989 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.2L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1988 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1988 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1988 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.2L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1987 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1987 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1987 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1986 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1986 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1986 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1985 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1985 Mazda 626 has a timing belt. The gas engine is non-interference while the diesel engine is interference.

1985 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L Diesel	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1984 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1984 Mazda 626 has a timing belt. The gas engine is non-interference while the diesel engine is interference.

1984 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L Diesel	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1983 Mazda 626 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1983 Mazda 626 has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1983 Mazda 626 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

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.