Does the Honda Element have a timing belt or chain?

Answer by  Hernandez09 (22)

The Element uses a timing chain which is so much better then a timing belt. The life expectancy of the chain is approximated at about double that of the timing belt. With proper care it should last about as long as the engine. This is one of the great benefits of owning the Element.

Answer by  hectanooga (19)

This depends on the engine and year. The 4 cylinder Elements have a timing chain. The V6 can be a belt, but most of them have timing chains. Your owners manual can be helpful in determining if you have a belt or not.

Answer by  monocogger (432)

the 4 cylinder Honda elements share engines with the Honda civic. Both of which have timing chains. This makes the vehicle more reliable and require service intervals that are less frequent.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Honda Elements from 2003 to 2007 came with timing chain instead of a belt. However newer model should also have a chain.

Answer by  carryvan (148)

The Honda Element has a timing belt, not a timing chain. For optimal performance and preventative maintenance, the timing belt on a Honda Element should be replaced every 80,000 to 100,000 miles.

Answer by  darianroswall (6)

The Honda Element has a timing chain. This means the chain doesn't need to be changed every 60,000 miles like you would with a timing belt.

Answer by  seansnark (145)

It depends on which engine your element has in it. The 4 cylinder model has a timing chain. The v6 model has a belt.

Answer by  Brandon55 (1719)

The Honda Element comes with a timing chain. You can find out for sure by looking at the owners manual at the maintenance schedule. If no belt replacement is listed then you have a chain.

Answer by  Anonymous

It has a timing CHAIN dummies - stop spreading misinformation

Answer by  oui72 (514)

Honda Element uses timing chain. Honda lately uses timing chains instead of belts. Therefore, less maintenance in the timing assembly. No worry for that limited 100,000 mile belt change. Sudden revs is less a worry too.

Answer by  bmurph80 (91)

The Honda Element does have a timing belt. The timing belt should be changed every 100,000 miles or 5 years.

Answer by  JimboSlice (4)

The Honda Element has a timing belt. This gives the car accurate shifting and allows you to do less work while driving the vehicle. It is know that the Honda element has a timing belt.

Answer by  Anonymous

Actually, all of you are totally wrong. The element camshaft is geared with twin opposing gearboxes that are connected to each CV joint on the front axle. The enables the Element to climb faster in reverse when trying to escape a wild herd of radical muslims.

Answer by  Anonymous

...good grief!!!