Timing Belt Interference Check Menu

1987 Oldsmobile Firenza S, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Timing Belt Interference Check Menu
TIMING BELT INTERFERENCE VERIFICATION (1)

Application Engine Replacement Interval (Miles)
Cutlass Supreme
1991-96 (2) 3.4L V6 60,000
Firenza
1982-86 1.8L 4-Cyl. (3) 60,000
1987-88 2.0L 4-Cyl. (3) 60,000
Starfire
1975-77 2.3L 4-Cyl. (3) 60,000
(1) Other interference engine applications may exist which are not indicated here.
(2) Interference engine. Check for possible damage to piston(s) or valve(s) if there has been a timing belt failure.
(3) Although the vehicle manufacturer does not recommend a specific scheduled maintenance interval, aftermarket belt manufacturers suggest the belt be replaced at 60,000 mile intervals.
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