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Sun 6 Sep 2020 15:02

Kia Picanto - Kia Picanto Timing Belt Replacement Interval - Chubba

Hello

I am interested in a used second generation Picanto. Does it have a cambelt/timing belt or timing chain? And either way, what is the recommended replacement interval? Just so I k ow whne looking at the age and milage of the cars.

Many thanks

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Sun 6 Sep 2020 16:07

Kia Picanto - Kia Picanto Timing Belt Replacement Interval - elekie&a/c doctor

Is this the same car that had the handbrake mot issue ?

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Sun 6 Sep 2020 16:16

Kia Picanto - Kia Picanto Timing Belt Replacement Interval - Falkirk Bairn

HJ & google are your "friend"

HJ answers

The original Picanto was belt. The 2nd generation Picanto is chain.

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