The 2010 Kia Forte EX is equipped with a timing chain rather than a timing belt. Timing chains are generally more durable and require less frequent replacement compared to timing belts. However, it's still important to maintain regular engine checks to ensure the timing chain is functioning properly.
Timing Chain
Timing chain
It has a timing chain.
It has a timing chain.
Timing belt
chain
Chain
chain
It has a timing chain.
It must be a timing CHAIN ( the Gates website does not list a timing belt for the 3.5 )
3.8L has a timing chain. 4.0L has a timing belt.