Toyota Corolla Timing Overview (All Model Years)
Toyota Corolla, long known for their dependability, have been equipped with both timing belts and timing chains over the years.
All Toyota Corollas pre-1998 were equipped with timing belts and non-interference engines while Corolla models from 1998 to 2021 have timing chains and interference engines.
| Model | Years | Engine Type (Engine Code) | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | 1998 - 2021 | all engines | timing chain | interference | Amazon |
| Toyota Corolla | 1983 - 1997 | all engines | timing belt | non-interference | Amazon |
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2021 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2021 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 121 hp Hybrid | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| M20A-FKS 2.0L 169 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2020 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2020 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 121 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| M20A-FKS 2.0L 169 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2019 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2019 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2018 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2018 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2017 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2017 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2016 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2016 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2015 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2015 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2014 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2014 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2013 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2013 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2012 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2012 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2011 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2011 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2010 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2010 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2009 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2009 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2008 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2008 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2007 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2007 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2006 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2006 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2005 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2005 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
2004 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2004 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2003 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2003 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2002 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2002 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2001 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2001 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 125 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2000 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 2000 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 125 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
1999 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 1999 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 120 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
1998 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All models of the 1998 Toyota Corolla have an interference engine with a timing chain.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 120 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
1997 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1997 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1996 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1996 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1995 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1995 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1994 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1994 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1993 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1993 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1992 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1992 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1991 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1991 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 135 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
1990 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1990 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 135 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
1989 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1989 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 115 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
1988 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1988 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 115 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 4A-LC 1.6L SOHC 75 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
1987 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1987 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1986 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1986 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1985 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1985 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 112 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 1C 1.8L Diesel 58 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
| 4A-C 1.6L SOHC 75 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
1984 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1984 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1983 Toyota Corolla - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1983 Toyota Corolla models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4A-C 1.6L SOHC 75 hp | timing belt | non-interference | 60,000 | Amazon |
