Does the 1987 Pathfinder 4X4 have a timing belt or chain?

Asked by thebritt May 26, 2010 at 06:22 PM about the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder

Question type: Shopping & Pricing

I just lost my Kia to a broken timing belt.  I'm going to look at an "87 Pathfinder  - V-6 4X4 w/200,000 mi. today.  Good idea?  Thanks.

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Larry answered 13 years ago

The 6cyl uses a timing belt but the 4cyl uses a timing chain. It is supposed to be replaced every 60,000 miles or every 48 months. It is an interference engine so make sure it has been replaced recently.

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