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A 2000 Mazda 626 (4 cyl and V6 engines) has a timing belt.
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I had the same issue with a 1990 Mazda 626 and replacing the timing belt cured it.
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The timing mark for the Mazda 626 is in front of the engine. The marks for it belt are on the belt itself. The time for this can be set with a timing gun. A mechanic can set this for you.
In a 1994 Mazda 626 : Both the 2.0 litre four cylinder engine and the 2.5 litre V6 engine have a timing BELT
it belt drive
A computer diagnostic test will show a timing belt problem for a 1999 Mazda 626. If there is a problem with the belt, diagnostics will determine if it needs to be repaired or replaced.
they have a ribbed timing belt
Unfortunately a T-belt.
The timing belt on a 2002 Mazda 626 should be changed every 100,000 miles. By replacing it before it completely fails, costs repairs can be avoided.
i have a 2001 mazda 626 v-6 2.5 engine my timing belt broke i had the belt and tesioner pulley replaced and its running fine