Can the timing belt of the new Santana last for 200,000 kilometers?

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McTessa
07/29/25 4:28pm
No. If the vehicle is used frequently, it is recommended to replace the timing belt every 80,000 to 100,000 kilometers. Here is the relevant introduction about the timing belt: Timing belt: It is an important component of the engine's valve system, ensuring the accuracy of intake and exhaust timing by connecting to the crankshaft and maintaining a certain transmission ratio. Function: When the engine is running, the piston's stroke (up and down movement), the opening and closing of the valves (timing), and the ignition sequence (timing) must remain "synchronized" under the "timing" connection.
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