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physhy
10-01-2023, 02:11 PM
Hello, I’d like to replace all belts on my 2008 Mazda 3 GT

I had to replace the timing belt and tensioner when the car was 4 years old. No other belts changed since then.

Would like to buy all original parts then take it to my mechanic but would like to know which belts specifically do I need to change and also if I should replace bearings/tensioners at the same time, if so which ones?

Thank you

G ~ MINI
10-02-2023, 12:05 PM
If you have your mechanic check the bearing have them check th timing chain too

groovin
10-04-2023, 03:21 AM
Good time to replace the bearings. Better to have your mechanic take a closer look.

Flagrum_3
10-05-2023, 12:06 PM
First, what do you mean you changed the timing belt? We have timing chains on these engines which basically never or rarely need changing.

Secondly, there is only 2 belts that need changing and unless your tensioner is making noise or is stiff (seizing), I wouldn't touch them.

I have almost 400k on my engine and changed my belts only twice, all other things mentioned, timing chain, tensioners are original.


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