Mazda Tribute Timing Overview (All Model Years)
The 3.0L Mazda Tribute engines from 2001 to 2011 have a timing chain and are interference.
The 2.5L Mazda Tribute engines from 2009 to 2011 have a timing chain and are interference.
The 2.3L Mazda Tribute engines from 2005 to 2008 have a timing chain and are interference.
The 2.0L Mazda Tribute engines from 2001 to 2004 have a timing belt and are non-interference.
| Model | Years | Engine Type (Engine Code) | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda Tribute | 2001 to 2011 | 3.0L | timing chain | interference | Amazon |
| 2009 to 2011 | 2.5L | timing chain | interference | Amazon | |
| 2005 to 2008 | 2.3L | timing chain | interference | Amazon | |
| 2001 to 2004 | 2.0L | timing belt | non-interference | Amazon |
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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.
2011 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2.5L and 3.0L 2011 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2010 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2.5L and 3.0L 2010 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2009 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2.5L and 3.0L 2009 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2008 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2.3L and 3.0L 2008 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2007 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2.3L and 3.0L 2007 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2006 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2.3L and 3.0L 2006 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2005 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2.3L and 3.0L 2005 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2004 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 3.0L 2004 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference while the 2.0L has a timing belt and non-interference engine.
2003 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 3.0L 2003 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference while the 2.0L has a timing belt and non-interference engine.
2002 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 3.0L 2002 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference while the 2.0L has a timing belt and non-interference engine.
2001 Mazda Tribute - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 3.0L 2001 Mazda Tribute engines have a timing chain and are interference while the 2.0L has a timing belt and non-interference engine.
