Nissan Xterra: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2000 - 2015) (2024)

All 5.0L and 2.4L Nissan Xterra models have timing chains and interference engines while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

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

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.

2015 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2014 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2013 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2012 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2011 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2010 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2009 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2008 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2007 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2006 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2005 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

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

2004 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2004 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2003 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2003 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2002 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2002 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2001 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2001 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and interference engine.

2000 Nissan Xterra - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2000 2.4L Nissan Xterra model has a timing chain and interference engine while the 3.3L Xterras have a timing belt and 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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