Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain? (2005 - 2016)

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All Scion tC engines from 2005 to 2016 have a timing chain and are interference.

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

Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2005 to 2016alltiming chaininterference
Scion tC
Scion tC

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.

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.

Scion tC Belt Or Chain: Jump To Model Year

2016 Scion tC
2016 Scion tC

2016 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2016 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime
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2015 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2015 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2014 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2014 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2013 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2013 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2012 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2012 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

Side-By-Side Comparisons

Scion tC Belt Or Chain By Year

2011 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2011 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2010 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2010 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.4L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2009 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2009 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.4L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2008 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2008 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.4L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2007 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2007 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.4L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

2006 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2006 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
1.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime

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2005 Scion tC - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 Scion tC engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2005 Scion tC Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
1.5L 4 Cyl.timing chaininterferencelifetime