Updated 2026-06-24
When should you replace your timing belt?
If your engine uses a timing belt (not a chain), replacement is typically due at 60,000–105,000 miles. Many modern engines use a chain that lasts the life of the engine — check your model below.
Why it matters: A snapped timing belt on an 'interference' engine can destroy the engine — this is the one interval you do not skip.
Replace a Timing Belt by model
| Toyota Camry (2018-2024 (XV70)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla (2020-2024 (E210)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Toyota RAV4 (2019-2024 (XA50)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Honda Civic (2016-2025 (10th-11th gen)) | Timing CHAIN (both engines) — no scheduled replacement |
| Honda CR-V (2017-2024 (5th-6th gen)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Honda Accord (2018-2025 (10th-11th gen)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Ford F-150 (2021-2024 (14th gen)) | Timing CHAIN (all engines) — no scheduled replacement |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2019-2024 (T1XX)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Nissan Altima (2019-2024 (6th gen L34)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Jeep Wrangler (2018-2024 (JL)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Subaru Outback (2020-2024 (6th gen)) | Timing CHAIN (FB/FA engines) — no scheduled replacement. (Older EJ-series used a belt ~105k — not these years.) |
| Hyundai Elantra (2021-2024 (CN7 7th gen)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Mazda CX-5 (2017-2024 (KF gen)) | Timing CHAIN — no scheduled replacement |
| Tesla Model 3 (2017-2024 (EV — no engine maintenance)) | N/A — electric, no timing components |
| Volkswagen Jetta (2019-2024 (MK7 / A7)) | 1.4L TSI uses a TIMING BELT (interference) — replace ~60,000-80,000 mi, verify by build. (2.0T GLI uses a chain.) |
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When should you replace your timing belt?
If your engine uses a timing belt (not a chain), replacement is typically due at 60,000–105,000 miles. Many modern engines use a chain that lasts the life of the engine — check your model below.
Why does replace a timing belt matter?
A snapped timing belt on an 'interference' engine can destroy the engine — this is the one interval you do not skip.
Does the interval vary by car?
Yes — exact intervals differ by make, model and driving conditions. See the per-model table on this page and always confirm with your owner's manual.
General guidance — confirm the exact interval in your vehicle's owner's manual.