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Why does my 2011 Honda Accord LX-S have a timing belt, instead of a timing chain?

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Old Jul 26, 2020 | 12:15 PM
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Default Why does my 2011 Honda Accord LX-S have a timing belt, instead of a timing chain?

Hi, why does my 2011 Honda Accord Coupe LX-S (4 cylinder) have a timing belt, instead of a timing chain?

An internet search shows that it is supposed to have a timing chain. What could be the reasons why it has a timing belt?

The car was purchased used from a Honda dealership a couple of months ago. It's in good condition. The only problem I've had with it is a squeaking noise when I start the car in the morning only. I started looking at the engine and that's when I realized that it has a timing belt, instead of timing chain.

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Old Jul 26, 2020 | 12:27 PM
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4cyl have chains 6 cyl have belts. What makes you think you have a belt on a 4 cyl
 
Old Jul 26, 2020 | 12:30 PM
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The belt on the exterior of the engine is the drive belt, not a timing belt. It still has a timing chain that you cannot see unless you open up some covers.
 
Old Jul 26, 2020 | 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by redbull-1
The belt on the exterior of the engine is the drive belt, not a timing belt.
That could be what he/she is looking at
 
Old Jul 26, 2020 | 12:35 PM
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O/P, see photo of drive belt:



 
Old Jul 26, 2020 | 12:36 PM
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Thank you for the answer. That cleared everything up. I was looking at the drive belt, and not the timing chain. Thank you for the help.
 
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