Timing Belt

2001 Mazda 626 ES V6-2.5L DOHCSECTION Timing Belt
On 1999 & later CA, CT, DE, DC, ME, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT & VA vehicles belt inspection at 60,000 miles, then again at 90,000 miles, is recommended but not required, but it should be replaced at 105,000 miles. On all other 1999 & later models replace every 60,000 miles.

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  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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