Nissan Sentra: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (1982 - 2024) (2024)

All 1989 to 2024 Nissan Sentra models have timing chains and interference engines. Sentras from 1982 to 1988 have a timing belt and interference engine.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Nissan Sentra.

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.

2024 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2024 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2023 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2022 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2021 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2020 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2019 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2018 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2017 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2016 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2015 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2014 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2013 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2012 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2011 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2010 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2009 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2008 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2007 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2006 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2005 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2004 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2004 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2003 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2003 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2002 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2002 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2001 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2001 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

2000 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2000 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1999 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1999 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1998 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1998 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1997 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1997 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1996 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1996 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1995 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1995 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1994 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1994 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1993 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1993 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1992 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1992 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1991 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1991 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1990 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1990 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1989 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1989 Nissan Sentra models have a timing chain and an interference engine.

1988 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1988 Nissan Sentra models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

1987 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1987 Nissan Sentra models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

1986 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1986 Nissan Sentra models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

1985 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1985 Nissan Sentra models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

1984 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1984 Nissan Sentra models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

1983 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1983 Nissan Sentra models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

1982 Nissan Sentra - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1982 Nissan Sentra models have a timing belt 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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