The Enginetech TB179 is a Timing Belt for 1990-2005 Ford, Kia, Mazda, Mercury 1.6L/1.8L I4 engines. Belt specifications: 145 teeth.
Important Notes
| Part Number | TB179 |
| Product Type | Timing Belt |
| Tooth Count | 145 |
| Engine | 1.6L/1.8L I4 |
| Year Range | 1990-2005 |
| Makes | Ford, Kia, Mazda, Mercury |
| Country of Origin | US |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs |
| UPC | 707473117340 |
Vehicle Fitment
- 1990-1993 Mazda Miata 1.6L I4 DOHC
- 1990-1998 Mazda Protege 1.8L I4 DOHC
- 1991-1994 Mercury Capri 1.6L 98ci I4 DOHC [VIN:6] Turbocharged
- 1991-1994 Mercury Capri 1.6L 98ci I4 DOHC [VIN:Z]
- 1991-1996 Ford Escort 1.8L 112ci I4 DOHC [VIN:8]
- 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer 1.8L 112ci I4 DOHC [VIN:8]
- 1994-1995 Mazda MX-3 1.6L I4 DOHC
- 1995-1997 Kia Sephia 1.6L I4 DOHC [VIN:3]
- 1995-1997 Kia Sephia 1.8L I4 DOHC [VIN:5]
- 1996-1997 Kia Sephia 1.6L I4 DOHC [VIN:4]
- 1999-2005 Mazda Miata 1.8L I4 DOHC
- 2004-2005 Mazda Miata 1.8L I4 DOHC Turbocharged
Enginetech timing belts are precision-manufactured replacement components engineered to restore correct camshaft-to-crankshaft timing on belt-driven engines. Built on over 40 years of engine rebuilding expertise, each belt is produced to OE tooth count, pitch, and width specifications for the specific engine application it serves. Correct belt replacement is critical to engine performance and preventing catastrophic interference engine damage. Always replace the timing belt together with all tensioners and idler pulleys, and verify fitment by year, make, model, VIN code, and engine displacement before ordering - multiple belt configurations often exist for the same vehicle nameplate due to production date changes and engine variants.
