i have posted proof FROM KIA, not some aftermarket parts information BS, that this is non-interference. It might also depend on rpms when belt breaks.Īs for if this engine is non-interference or interference. mine, t-belts on sephias, does damage to "MOST" owners. We all have our own opinion and experiences. Besides, he knew if valves where bent, I was parting them out, then scapping the rest. Confirmed by best friend mechanic, that half the time don't charge me for work, (if I help) so its not like he was trying to make a buck off me. I personally trashed 2 sephias, becuase of broken tbelts. Id personally like to see his pics, for proof that it bent valves. Lets see some pics of that broken belt and motor opened up for us to see, just like lets see those bent valve pics. If your at idle or just above your odds are better not to bend them, but if your way up there, theres no way. Even cars that are non-interference could bend valves, if at high rpms. This is the way I see it, some people get lucky (yes there is luck in this world) and some bend valves. How would it? That wouldn't make the pistons move anymore than a taken care of vehicle. so what the guy didnt change matinence items, that has nothing to do with a t belt bending valves. Keep in mind this article only applies to the 1995-2002 Sportage, 1994-2001 Sephia, and the 2000-2004 Spectra.Įven if you dont take care of it, that wouldn't make this case of bent valves because of broken t-belt any different. All other Kia engines are "interference engines.” The valves may interfere with the pistons if valve timing is off. The Sportage and Sephia/Spectra are the only "freewheeling engines." The valves do not interfere with the pistons if the timing belt fails. Tech Line tells us they get a fair amount of calls asking about valve/piston interference on our engines. Subject Engine Valve Timing Interference. P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire DetectedĮN9000 - MIL ON (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) Gr./Sys./Comp Engine Mechanical System / Timing System / Timing Belt feel free to look it up for yourself and read it on if you still need proof that this is direct from KMA/Kia Motors Corp. today i was browsing around on our GDS at the dealership on some info on a sportage i'm working on and i ran across an article in the tech times section from 2005 that basically proved me right. i was asked, in the last argument, to prove that i was right on this subject and if i couldn't prove it then i basically didn't know what i was talking about. At Bando USA, any product, even the workhorse V-belt, can be built a better wayġ.8L L4 Base Sedan 4-Door Naturally Aspirated DOHC GAS Camshaft OE:: 24312-2Y000ġ.8L L4 GS Hatchback 5-Door Naturally Aspirated DOHC GAS Camshaft OE:: 24312-2Y000ġ.8L L4 GSX Hatchback 5-Door Naturally Aspirated DOHC GAS Camshaft OE:: 24312-2Y000ġ.There has been a number of times on this site where there has been arguments and questions over whether the T8D engine in the sephias and spectras are interference or non-interference. In fact, the company supplies accessory belts for 6 of the top 10 cars, and 5 of the top 10 light trucks sold in the USA today. TRUST IN BANDO: Bando has proudly manufactured accessory drive belts in Bowling Green, KY since 1988.From serpentine belts to cogged v-belts to timing belts, Bando continues to improve on their auto part designs utilizing the most advanced equipment and processes RELY ON WORLD-CLASS BELTS: Bando is a global leader in manufacturing world-class power transmission belts to automotive OEMs as well as aftermarket distributors. PTFE-infused belt-tooth jacket is reinforced with high-performance nylon material to reduce frictional losses and tooth shear The tensile cord is reinforced with gripping teeth and high-saturation composites that result in exceptional durability and heat resistance.
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