Just bought my new Xd last week. Going through the maintenance guide I cant find any replacement schedule for a Timing Belt. Does the 1.8L have a belt or chain?

 

Chain

 

Thanks.

 

That was nearly the first question I asked when looking at the xD.... "chain or belt?"

My previous car had a belt, and I did replace it at 100,000 miles. It took $400 worth of parts, $300 worth of tools, and a $200 computer program and laptop. Oh, and about five hours of my time, considering that I had all the proper tools and a nice garage with a lift. If that sounds excessive, the dealership charges $1,600 for the timing belt job, and they don't replace everything that should be replaced (stretch bolts, water pump, etc.) It was a VW, in case anyone was wondering.

 

The 06 KIA Sedona I traded in for the XD had a belt. The 60K service and timing belt change was quoted as $719 (with spark plugs). Only lost $500 on the trade in, so I actually came out $219 ahead.
KIA's have a 100,000 mile warranty because they need it. It was a huge pile of crap.

 

This is one Big reason I love Scions and Toyotas..........All Chains.

 

but if a chain goes im pretty sure they will do more damage than a belt. i could be wrong but i had a 95 grand prix gtp and the chain went on that and messed a whole lotta stuff up!

 

It's not the chain that causes the damage. It's the lack of timing between the crankshaft (and pistons) and the camshaft (and valves). If it is an interference engine, pistons will hit valves, and there will be a LOT of damage. Doesn't matter whether what broke was a chain or a belt. Belts are more likely to break. They also need to be replaced more often than chains. A poorly done belt job can cause early failure. Belts are quieter... That's just about the only advantage.

 

hmmm learn something new everyday! lol i just figured the chain breaking and slapping around being metal and all would just mess stuff up, but it makes way more sense the way you put it. thanks for the lesson today!!!

 

My previous car was a VW as well, so happy I don't have to deal with that insane maintenance anymore! Passat wagon with a 1.8T, miss the space and the comfort, but not the constant breakdown/expensive maintenance