Mazda MPV: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (1989 - 2006)

The Mazda MPV 3.0L engine from 2002 to 2006, the 2.5L engine from 2000 to 2001 and the 2.6L engine from 1989 to 1994 have timing chains.

The Mazda MPV 3.0L engine from 1989 to 1998 has a timing belt.

All Mazda MPV engines are interference.

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

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

2006 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2006 Mazda MPV has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2005 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2005 Mazda MPV has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2004 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2004 Mazda MPV has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2003 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2003 Mazda MPV has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2002 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2002 Mazda MPV has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2001 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2001 Mazda MPV has a timing chain and an interference engine.

2000 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2000 Mazda MPV has a timing chain and an interference engine.

1998 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1998 Mazda MPV has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1997 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1997 Mazda MPV has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1996 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1996 Mazda MPV has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1995 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1995 Mazda MPV has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1994 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1994 Mazda MPV 3.0L engine has a timing belt while the 2.6L engine has a timing chain. Both are interference engine.

1993 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1993 Mazda MPV 3.0L engine has a timing belt while the 2.6L engine has a timing chain. Both are interference engine.

1992 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1992 Mazda MPV 3.0L engine has a timing belt while the 2.6L engine has a timing chain. Both are interference engine.

1991 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1991 Mazda MPV 3.0L engine has a timing belt while the 2.6L engine has a timing chain. Both are interference engine.

1990 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1990 Mazda MPV 3.0L engine has a timing belt while the 2.6L engine has a timing chain. Both are interference engine.

1989 Mazda MPV - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1989 Mazda MPV 3.0L engine has a timing belt while the 2.6L engine has a timing chain. Both are 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.