Toyota Corolla Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (1983 - 2021)

The 1983 to 2021 model years of the Toyota Corolla has both timing belts and timing chains. It has also had both interference and non-interference engines.

A combustion engine relies on either a timing belt or timing chain to maintain the proper timing and distance between its pistons and the intake valves and exhaust valves in the combustion chamber.

An old or damaged timing belt is prone to failure, which could lead to catastrophic engine damage and an expensive repair bill. A timing chain is less prone to failure but should still be inspected by a licensed mechanic once the engine has 60,000 or more miles.

It is generally recommended to change the timing belt starting at 60,000 miles, whereas a timing chain is usually good for the life of the vehicle.

Scroll down for the timing belt data for your particular Toyota Corolla.

Toyota Corolla Timing Belt Or Chain (2016 - 2021)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2021 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 121 hp Hybrid timing chain interference lifetime miles
2021 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2021 M20A-FKS 2.0L 169 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2020 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 121 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2020 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2020 M20A-FKS 2.0L 169 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2019 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2019 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2018 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2018 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2017 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2017 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2016 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2016 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
Toyota Corolla Timing Belt Or Chain (2009 - 2015)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2015 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2015 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2014 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2014 2ZR-FAE 1.8L 140 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2013 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2012 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2011 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2010 2AZ-FE 2.4L 158 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2010 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2009 2AZ-FE 2.4L 158 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2009 2ZR-FXE 1.8L 132 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
Toyota Corolla Timing Belt Or Chain (2001 - 2008)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2008 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2007 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2006 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2006 2ZZ-GE 1.8L 170 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2005 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2005 2ZZ-GE 1.8L 170 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2004 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2003 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2002 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 130 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
2001 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 125 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
Toyota Corolla Timing Belt Or Chain (1994 - 2000)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2000 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 125 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
1999 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 120 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
1998 1ZZ-FE 1.8L DOHC 120 hp timing chain interference lifetime miles
1997 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 105 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1997 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 115 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1996 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 105 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1996 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 115 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1995 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 105 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1995 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 115 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1994 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 105 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1994 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 115 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
Toyota Corolla Timing Belt Or Chain (1987 - 1993)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
1993 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 105 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1993 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 115 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1992 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1992 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1991 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1991 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1991 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 135 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1990 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1990 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1990 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 135 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1989 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1989 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1989 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 115 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1988 4A-FE 1.6L DOHC 95 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1988 7A-FE 1.8L DOHC 102 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1988 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 115 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1988 4A-LC 1.6L SOHC 75 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1987 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 112 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1987 4A-C 1.6L SOHC 75 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
Toyota Corolla Timing Belt Or Chain (1983 - 1986)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
1986 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 112 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1986 4A-C 1.6L SOHC 75 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1985 4A-GE 1.6L DOHC 112 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1985 1C 1.8L Diesel 58 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1985 4A-C 1.6L SOHC 75 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1984 1C 1.8L Diesel 58 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1984 4A-C 1.6L SOHC 75 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles
1983 4A-C 1.6L SOHC 75 hp timing belt non-interference 60,000 miles

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Consult with the vehicle's owner's manual or a licensed mechanic to confirm the engine type in your car.

Timing belt replacements can be expensive, but if a timing belt fails it will leave you stranded on the road and could damage your engine beyond repair.

When replacing a timing belt, it is normal to replace the water pump and belt tensioner while they are easily accessible.