Mazda 323 BJ Series SOHC Timing Belt | Technical matters | Back Room Forum

Thu 26 Jul 2007 17:41

Mazda 323 BJ Series SOHC Timing Belt - Prior Art

I would like to replace the timing belt on my wife's Mazda - BJ
Series, November 1999, 1.3LXi, SOHC. Now done about 60000miles.

I can't find a guide or manual anywhere - they all seem to stop with the previous model. I have searched owners club sites in UK and USA, but haven't found anything useful. Can you point me to a site or source of information which would help me?

And do I need to replace the water pump and/or any tensioners or at the same time? Are there any particular problems to watch for - eg, do I have to remove the crankshaft pulley to release the belt or is there sufficient slack when other items are removed?

I would be most grateful for any help you could offer.

Thanks

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