Nissan Xterra Timing Belt or Chain (2000-2015)

All 5.0L and 2.4L Nissan Xterra models have timing chains and interference engines while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

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

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

2015 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2014 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2013 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2011 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2010 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2009 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2008 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2007 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2006 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2005 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 Nissan Xterra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2004 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2004 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2003 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2003 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2002 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2002 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2001 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2001 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2000 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2000 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and 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.