Acura TSX: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2004 - 2014) (2024)

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.

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weatherconditions, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2009 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2008 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2007 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2006 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2005 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2004 Acura TSX - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2004 Acura TSX models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is tomaintain 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 beltfailure 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 shouldbe routinely inspected.

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