Timing belt keeps on breaking

Asked by Kudatn Jun 26, 2019 at 12:16 PM about the 1998 Mazda Protege 4 Dr DX Sedan

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have my Mazda 323 protege which breaks timing belt time
and again what might be the problem

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Hornet_2497 answered 4 years ago

Replacing the timing belt should include replacing the tensioner, idler pulley, water pump and whatever else may be worn out. Also be sure the belt is routed correctly if there's any chance it can be installed wrong. Whatever broke the first one might be breaking these as well. Take a close look.

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