Timing Belt Fit 90-05 Mazda Miata MX3 Ford Escort Mercury 1.6 1.8 DOHC 16V. Located in the engine compartment behind the drive belts, the timing belt keeps the crankshaft in sync with the camshaft(s), essentially ensuring the proper timing and operation of the engine and its valves. When replacing a timing belt, also replace tensioner, and pulleys. Failure of pulleys and tensioners, after replacing only the belt, can cause valve or piston damage and lead to more expensive repairs. Additionally, timing belt driven water pumps should also be replaced at the same time as the timing belt. Operated by the drive belt, the water pump's core function is to allow coolant to flow into the engine continually. Together, these three components: timing belt, tensioners and pulleys, and the water pump are essential to the overall health of your engine. Ignoring the replacement of a timing belt as a part of scheduled maintenance could result in major engine failure down the road. Be sure to use our aftermarket replacement timing belt when the timing belt is serviced for the best performance.
Fits Following Models:
1991-1996 FORD ESCORT 1.8L 112CID L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), VIN CODE "8"
1995-1997 KIA SEPHIA 1.6L 1597CC L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), ENG CODE "B6"
1995-1997 KIA SEPHIA 1.8L 1839CC L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), ENG CODE "BP"
1990-1993 MAZDA MIATA 1.6L 1597CC L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), ENG CODE "B6"
1994-2005 MAZDA MIATA 1.8L 1839CC L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), ENG CODE "BP"
1994-1995 MAZDA MX-3 1.6L 1597CC L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), ENG CODE "B6"
1990-1998 MAZDA PROTEGE 1.8L 1839CC L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), ENG CODE "BP"
1991-1994 MERCURY CAPRI 1.6L 1598CC 98CID L4 DOHC TURBOCHARGED, (16 VALVE), VIN CODE "6"
1991-1994 MERCURY CAPRI 1.6L 1598CC 98CID L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), VIN CODE "Z"
1991-1996 MERCURY TRACER 1.8L 112CID L4 DOHC, (16 VALVE), VIN CODE "8"
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1 Mitsuboshi Timing Belt (145 teeth) (Mitsuboshi - OE Supplier for HONDA / SUBARU)
Mitsuboshi Established in 1974, Mitsuboshi Belting Ltd (MBL - USA) Corporation has enjoyed continuous growth through the years. This growth and increasing demand for MBL (USA) quality products provided the base for construction of the Illinois Manufacturing Plant which began production in March, 1988. Mitsuboshi was established as a manufacturer of automotive, industrial belts and through untiring efforts, has become one of the leading companies in the belt industry. Mitsuboshi manufactured all types of V-Belts, V-Ribbed belts and TIming Belt for both original quipment and service parts in the automotive industry. OEM customers include: Honda, Nissan, Subaru and Toyota. Mitsuboshi is proud to provide innovative belting solutions for these manufacturers, and we back our products with unparalleled service and support. Our belts help achieve a quieter engine, a longer period between belt replacement, and an optimum efficiency of power transmission to help our client's cars go farther for less.