2011 Mazda 3i Sport 4dr Sedan timing belt or chain?

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Jun 25, 2013 | 11:56 PM

Simon Davies

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2011 Mazda 3i Sport 4dr Sedan timing belt or chain?

Hi, recently bought the 2011 Mazda 3i sport. Can anyone tell me if it has a timing chain or belt? Thanks

Jun 26, 2013 | 09:20 AM

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I don't know for sure. But here is an idea: go to the website of a parts store and search for either one.

Jun 26, 2013 | 03:19 PM

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I'd imagine it's a chain. All of the 1st gen 2.0 and 2.3L motors were chains. The 2nd gen 2.0 and 2.5 motors were only slightly varied from the 1st gen.

Jun 27, 2013 | 02:26 AM

Simon Davies

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Thanks for your responses. I think it's a chain, but just want to be sure before anything drastic happens.

Jul 3, 2013 | 06:48 PM

heather121

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I had that exact car, it is a chain.

Jul 22, 2013 | 03:53 PM

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Mazda dealer,s service manager says, starting in 04 the 2.0 has a timing chain.

Jul 23, 2013 | 06:03 AM

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Is your car petrol or diesel powered?

Petrol = Chain
Diesel = Belt

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