All Pontiac Vibe engines from 2003 to 2010 have a timing chain and are interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Pontiac Vibe.
Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainYear | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
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2003 to 2010 | All | Timing Chain | Interference |
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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.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2010 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2010 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2009 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2009 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2008 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2008 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2007 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2007 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2006 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2006 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2005 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2005 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2004 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2004 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2003 Pontiac Vibe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Pontiac Vibe engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2003 Pontiac Vibe Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.8L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
Pontiac Vibe
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.
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