When to replace timing belt/chain on Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B and does it have a timing belt or chain?

U modelu Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B (1991 – 2014) the timing system depends on the engine: for example 1.2 16V / 1.4 16V Twinport (48 kW / 55 kW / 59 kW / 66 kW) má Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump. The recommended replacement interval is: 90,000 – 120,000 km or 6–7 years (including pulleys and water pump). Always replace the water pump and coolant together with the timing kit.

How much does a timing kit with water pump cost for Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B?

The price of a quality OEM-grade timing kit (INA, Contitech, SKF, Bosch) for Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B ranges between 95 – 195 € (complete timing kit with water pump INA / Contitech / SKF).

Engine Timing Belt/Chain & Water Pump Catalog • Years 1991 – 2014

Timing Belt / Chain Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B – When to Replace Timing Belt / Chain & Water Pump?

Complete timing belt / chain replacement interval overview for Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B by engine code. Find out whether your engine uses a dry timing belt, timing chain or belt-in-oil (Wet-Belt).

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Timing Belt / Chain Specs by Engine for Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B (5 engines):

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Engine & Codes	Timing Type	Replacement Interval	Water Pump & Notes
1.2 16V / 1.4 16V Twinport (48 kW / 55 kW / 59 kW / 66 kW) Codes: X12XE, Z12XEP, X14XE, Z14XEP	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km or 6–7 years (including pulleys and water pump)	Mandatory replacement of timing-belt-driven water pump + fresh coolant Coolant: PSA B71 5110
1.6 8V / 1.6 16V Ecotec (55 kW / 74 kW / 77 kW / 85 kW) Codes: X16SZR, X16XEL, Z16XE, Z16XEP, Z16XER	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km or 6–7 years (including pulleys and water pump)	Mandatory replacement of timing-belt-driven water pump + fresh coolant Coolant: PSA B71 5110
1.8 16V (85 kW / 92 kW / 103 kW) Codes: X18XE1, Z18XE, Z18XER	Timing Chain (with hydraulic tensioner and guide rails)	130,000 – 200,000 km (replace immediately if cold-start rattle or P0016 correlation code occurs)	Timing chain life is greatly extended by changing engine oil every 10,000 – 15,000 km max! Coolant: PSA B71 5110
1.7 DTI / 1.7 CDTI Isuzu (55 kW / 59 kW / 74 kW / 81 kW / 92 kW) Codes: Y17DT, Z17DTH, Z17DTJ, A17DTR	Timing Chain (with hydraulic tensioner and guide rails)	130,000 – 200,000 km (replace immediately if cold-start rattle or P0016 correlation code occurs)	Timing chain life is greatly extended by changing engine oil every 10,000 – 15,000 km max! Coolant: PSA B71 5110
1.9 CDTI / 2.0 DTI (74 kW / 88 kW / 110 kW) Codes: Y20DTH, Z19DT, Z19DTH	Timing Chain (with hydraulic tensioner and guide rails)	130,000 – 200,000 km (replace immediately if cold-start rattle or P0016 correlation code occurs)	Timing chain life is greatly extended by changing engine oil every 10,000 – 15,000 km max! Coolant: PSA B71 5110