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Genuine Mazda Protege Timing Belt
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Mazda Protege Timing Belt Part Number: B6S7-12-205D
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Mazda Protege Timing Belt Part Number: BPY1-12-205
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Mazda Protege Timing Belt Part Number: FP01-12-205A-9U
Mazda Protege Timing Belt Part Number: FS01-12-205A
Mazda Protege Timing Belt Part Number: Z501-12-205-9U
Mazda Protege Timing Belt Part Number: Z502-12-205-9U
Mazda Protege Timing Belt
The Mazda Protege Timing Belt is the vital component that ensures that the crankshaft and camshaft revolve in unison so that the valves come into and out of the available air when the pistons go up and down, providing smooth engine power and avoiding expensive engine collisions. Early overhead valve motors applied metal chains or gear wheels, but as overhead cam designs became standard, Mazda had to switch to a flexible Timing Belt since it is easy to weave up through the top of the engine, does not produce noise, requires no oil bath, and is cheaper than metal drives. Tight teeth of fiberglass or fiber-reinforced rubber on the Mazda belt clamp sprockets and a spring-loaded tensioner and one or more idler pulleys ensure the timing is always accurate at any speed. Belt materials got better over the years, so that the recommended replacement schedules of around 30,000 miles have been extended to about 60,000 miles or more, but neglecting the schedule can result in sudden failure, which will cause the car to stop immediately, and in the case of interference engines, the pistons can even hit open valves. Missing teeth or cracks, frayed edges, or even contamination by oil can make the difference, as the belt may hop a tooth and destroy performance. In every Mazda Timing Belt change, new automatic tensioners, idlers, and in most cases the water pump must be included in the task, as it costs more in labor to access those parts than the low cost of the new Timing Belt and guarantees the new belt serves its full term with every engine in the Protege.
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Mazda Protege Timing Belt Parts and Q&A
- Q: What steps and precautions should be taken when replacing a Crankshaft Timing Gear and Timing Belt on Mazda Protege?A:The schedule is complicated, and in case of errors, serious damage can be done to the engine; hence, only highly experienced people can perform this process, and it is recommended to seek the advice of the expert in case of any doubts. The first step is to unplug the negative battery cable and block the rear wheels when placing the parking brake. In SOHC models, disconnect the under cover splash shield, power steering and air conditioner drivebelt, where fitted, and alternator drivebelt, spark plugs, water pump pulley bolts, crankshaft pulley bolts, crankshaft pulley. Unscrew the crankshaft sprocker center bolt, timing belt guide and timing belt covers and position the crankshaft and camshaft sprocker marks aligned and loosen the timing belt tensioner before removing and uncoring the timing belt. Should there be need to do so, withdraw the camshaft sprocket(s) to insert the seal(s) and avoid the rotation of the camshaft. In the case of DOHC engine, take off engine under cover shield, power steering and /or air conditioning drivebelt, alternator drivebelt, water pump pulley bolts, spark plugs, oil dipstick, crankshaft pulley plate bolts. You will need to remove timing belt covers, center bolt on the crankshaft sprocker, and the timing belt guide then line up the crankshaft and camshaft sprocker marks and loosen the timing belt tensioner then take off the timing belt. Check the idler pulleys and examine their smooth movement, any excessive movement and debris that may have contaminated the timing belt. When the timing belt exhibits wear or any other damages, it should be replaced with a new one, though such problems, which led to the old belt failure, should be repaired. When installing, wipe down the timing belt area, and place the idler pulleys and tensioner in place and that the sprocket marks are aligned correctly. Install the timing belt over the sprockers, place tension and ensure alignment after turning the crankshaft. Lastly, after removing all the parts, place them back in their correct sequence and make sure that the engine is functioning rightly and that the timing belt has been properly installed so as to prevent any severe engine damage.
