No it has no plastic timing belt covers therefor it uses a timing chain.
Timing Belt
The 1.8 litre four cylinder engine in a 1995 Mazda Miata has a timing BELT
The timing belt has been replaced with a no-maintenance chain on 2006 & up
The 2013 Mazda Miata is equipped with a timing chain, not a timing belt. Timing chains are generally more durable and require less frequent replacement compared to timing belts. This means that the timing chain in the Miata is designed to last the life of the engine under normal driving conditions.
The timing belt has been replaced with a no-maintenance chain on 2006 & up
Does a 2009 citreoin c5 have a timing belt or chain
timing BELT ( according to Gates , they make timing belts etc. - it is also an interference engine )
The 2006 Mazda Miata is equipped with a timing chain, not a timing belt. Timing chains are generally more durable and do not require regular replacement like timing belts. This design helps reduce maintenance costs over the vehicle's lifespan.
The V6 has a belt and the I4 has a chain.
It has a timing chain
It has a timing chain.
The 2007 Mazda Miata, specifically the NC generation, is equipped with a timing chain rather than a timing belt. This means that the timing chain is designed to last the lifetime of the engine with minimal maintenance required. Unlike timing belts, timing chains do not need to be replaced at regular intervals, offering added convenience for owners.