Engine in 99 Mazda Protege
I have a 99 Mazda Protege LX 1.6 Litre.
It has got 71K miles, hence I am planning to change its timing belt. But I want to know what is the type of engine in this model. Is it non-interference which means if the timing belt breaks it will bring the car to stop , but will not cause any damage to the engine ? Please let me know asap. Thanks, Choco |
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Engine in 99 Mazda Protege
What is recommended mileage for changing timing belt in 99 Mazda Protege in PA state ? is it 60K or 105K ?
As you confirmed that this model got a non-interference enine. As a result engine will not damage even if the timing belt breaks. Does this mean that I can hold on changing the timing belt till the last moment ? Thanks for you reply, Choco |
150,000 km is a good point to change your belt and pump at the same time. although i will admit i didnt take my own advise and changed just my belt at about the 150k mark. My ride is going on 200,000km soon and still running strong,
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Originally Posted by chocoguy
As you confirmed that this model got a non-interference enine. As a result engine will not damage even if the timing belt breaks. Does this mean that I can hold on changing the timing belt till the last moment ?
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i'd hate that stranded part. my car is doing about 125,000km atm but i read earlier that you should change it at 100,000km. does different engines have different times to change the belt?
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