From 1999 to 2004 the 2.0L and 2.5L Suzuki Vitaras have a timing chain and interference engine.
From 1999 to 2004 the 1.6L Suzuki Vitaras have a timing belt and interference engine.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Suzuki Vitara.
Suzuki Vitara Timing Belt Or ChainYear | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
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1999 - 2004 | 2.0L, 2.5L | Timing Chain | Interference |
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1999 - 2002 | 1.6L | Timing Belt | 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.
2004 Suzuki Vitara - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Suzuki Vitara models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2004 Suzuki Vitara Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.5L V6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2003 Suzuki Vitara - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Suzuki Vitara models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2003 Suzuki Vitara Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2002 Suzuki Vitara - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2002 Suzuki Vitara 1.6L models have a timing belt and an interference engine. The 2.0L models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2002 Suzuki Vitara Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2001 Suzuki Vitara - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2001 Suzuki Vitara 1.6L models have a timing belt and an interference engine. The 2.0L models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2001 Suzuki Vitara Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2000 Suzuki Vitara - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2000 Suzuki Vitara 1.6L models have a timing belt and an interference engine. The 2.0L models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2000 Suzuki Vitara Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
1999 Suzuki Vitara - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 1999 Suzuki Vitara 1.6L models have a timing belt and an interference engine. The 2.0L models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
1999 Suzuki Vitara Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.0L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
Suzuki Vitara
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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