Mitsubishi Montero: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (1989 - 2006)

All Mitsubishi Montero engines have a timing belt and, apart from the 1989 - 1993 3.0L engines, all are interference.

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

Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
2003 - 2006	3.8L	Timing Belt	Interference
1994 - 2004	3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference
1994 - 2002	3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference
1989 - 1993	3.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference
1997 - 1999	2.4L	Timing Belt	Interference

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

2006 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2006 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2006 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.8L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

2005 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2005 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2005 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.8L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

2004 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.8L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

2003 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2003 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.8L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

2002 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2002 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

2001 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2001 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

2000 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2000 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

2000 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1999 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1999 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1999 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.4L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1998 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1998 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1998 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.4L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1997 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1997 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1997 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.4L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1996 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1996 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1996 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1995 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1995 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1995 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1994 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1994 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and an interference engine.

1994 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
3.5L	Timing Belt	Interference	60k

1993 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1993 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1993 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1992 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1992 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1992 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1991 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1991 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1991 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1990 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1990 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1990 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1989 Mitsubishi Montero - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1989 Mitsubishi Montero has a timing belt and a non-interference engine.

1989 Mitsubishi Montero Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L	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.