You may never need to on this car. Timing chains are far more durable than the belts on other cars.
We have the same car, and it has a timing chain.
2002 and up four cylinders have a timing chain no belt.
You can replace a timing chain on a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire by visiting a local mechanic and having him take care of it for you. This is a tricky part to change yourself.
The timing chain does not have a service interval. It only needs replaced if there is a failure.
75000 miles
there is no timing belt -- only a timing chain that does not need to be replaced
No.
No, not as a part of regular maintenance. You replace the timing chain at an overhaul or if it become noisy or loose. They are normally good for the life of the engine.
The timing chain is designed to last the life of the engine and is normally replaced when the engine is overhauled.
That engine has a timing chain and gears and will probley out last the engine. NO need to replace it.
There is no recommended change interval for a timing chain. You replace it when it gets noisy or when it starts effecting performance.There is no recommended change interval for a timing chain. You replace it when it gets noisy or when it starts effecting performance.
What motor is in it? ZD30? If so they have a timing chain, not a belt.