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Volkswagen Atlas: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2019 - 2024)

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team


From 2019 to 2024 all Volkswagen Atlas engines have timing chains and are interference.

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

Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2019 – 2024AllTiming ChainInterference

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.

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2024 Volkswagen Atlas
2024 Volkswagen Atlas

2024 Volkswagen Atlas - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas engines have timing chains and are interference.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2023 Volkswagen Atlas - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas engines have timing chains and are interference.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.6L V6Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2022 Volkswagen Atlas - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2022 Volkswagen Atlas engines have timing chains and are interference.

2022 Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.6L V6Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas engines have timing chains and are interference.

2021 Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.6L V6Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2020 Volkswagen Atlas - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas engines have timing chains and are interference.

2020 Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.6L V6Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2019 Volkswagen Atlas - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2019 Volkswagen Atlas engines have timing chains and are interference.

2019 Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
3.6L V6Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime
Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre
Volkswagen Atlas Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre

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.

Volkswagen Atlas Belt Or Chain Comparisons By Year