Over the lifespan of the Acura TSX, the 2.4L engine has a timing chain, while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Acura TSX.
Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainYear | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
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2004 - 2014 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference |
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2010 - 2014 | 3.5L V6 | Timing Belt | Interference |
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Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather
conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2014 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
For the 2014 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.
2014 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.5L V6 280 hp (J35Z6) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k - 100k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2013 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
For the 2013 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.
2013 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.5L V6 280 hp (J35Z6) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k - 100k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2012 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
For the 2012 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.
2012 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.5L V6 280 hp (J35Z6) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k - 100k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2011 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
For the 2011 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.
2011 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.5L V6 280 hp (J35Z6) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k - 100k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2010 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
For the 2010 Acura TSX model, the 2.4L has a timing chain while the 3.5L has a timing belt. Both are interference engines.
2010 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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3.5L V6 280 hp (J35Z6) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k - 100k |
2.4L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2009 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2009 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2008 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2008 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 201 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2007 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2007 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 205 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2006 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2006 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 205 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2005 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2005 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 205 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2004 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2004 Acura TSX Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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2.4L 4 Cyl. 205 hp (K24Z3) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
Timing Belt Basics
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to
maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt
failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should
be routinely inspected.
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