ServlogUpdated 2026-06-25
Does the Nissan Murano Have a Timing Belt or Chain?
Compiled & reviewed by Nikolai Tsyrenov · Updated 2026-06-25 · confidence: medium
2015-2024 (Z52); 2025+ Z53 switched to 2.0 VC-Turbo + 9AT Nissan Murano — 3.5L V6 (VQ35DE), 0W-20, Xtronic CVT (2015-2024). 2025+ Z53: 2.0L VC-Turbo + 9-speed auto.
Answer: Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement.
| Belt or chain | Timing chain — no scheduled replacement |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (VQ35DE), 0W-20, Xtronic CVT (2015-2024). 2025+ Z53: 2.0L VC-Turbo + 9-speed auto |
| Interference engine? | Not flagged in our data — confirm in your manual |
The Nissan Murano uses a timing chain designed to last the engine's lifetime, so there's no scheduled replacement — one less recurring service to budget for than belt-driven rivals.
Nissan Murano note: On the 2015-2024 V6 Murano, the Xtronic CVT is the make-or-break maintenance item — proactive fluid changes (~30k) help avoid belt/pulley wear and CVT failure. The new 2025+ generation drops the CVT for a 9-speed automatic.
FAQ
Does the Nissan Murano have a timing belt or a timing chain?
Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement.
When does the Nissan Murano timing belt need replacing?
The Nissan Murano uses a timing chain, which is designed to last the life of the engine — there is no scheduled replacement interval. Inspect if you hear rattling on cold start.
Is the Nissan Murano an interference engine?
Our data doesn't flag the Nissan Murano as a known interference engine, but treat any timing-component failure as serious and follow the schedule in your owner's manual.
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General guidance — confirm against your Nissan Murano owner's manual.
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