Second Hand Fiat 500 Timing Chain
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Buying a used Fiat 500 timing chain: what matters
Fitment on a used timing chain varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
- State the engine code if known
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Fitment questions
Does the Fiat 500 have a timing chain or a timing belt?
It depends on the engine. The 0.9 TwinAir turbocharged engine uses a timing chain, as does the 1.3 Multijet diesel engine. The older 1.2 and 1.4 petrol engines use a timing belt, not a chain, so if you have one of those you need a belt kit, not a chain. Check your V5 or run a VIN check to confirm your engine code before ordering.
Will a timing chain from a 2012 Fiat 500 fit a 2016 Fiat 500?
The modern Fiat 500 has been on sale in the UK from 2008 onwards as a single continuous generation, so on the face of it a 2012 and a 2016 share the same basic platform. However, fitment really follows the engine code rather than the year — a chain from a 0.9 TwinAir will not suit a 1.3 Multijet, even across the same model year. Supply your engine code to the breaker and ask them to match it precisely rather than relying on year alone.
Does the trim level affect which timing chain I need — say, a Pop versus a Lounge or an Abarth?
Trim level — whether Pop, Lounge, Sport, or any other — does not affect the timing chain. What matters is the engine fitted to that trim, and some trims were available with more than one engine option. An Abarth 500 uses a tuned version of the 1.4 T-Jet engine, which has a timing belt not a chain, so if you are looking at an Abarth specifically you almost certainly need a belt kit instead. Confirm your engine code with the breaker to be sure.
My Fiat 500 has the 0.9 TwinAir engine — is the timing chain the same across all years of that engine?
The 0.9 TwinAir was introduced into the Fiat 500 around 2010 and the chain arrangement is broadly consistent across the engine's production life, but there were engineering revisions made during that period. Because of this, you should not assume a chain from an early TwinAir will be a guaranteed drop-in for a later one without checking — give the breaker your full engine code and registration so they can confirm against their parts.
Does the 1.2 petrol Fiat 500 have a timing chain I can buy used?
No — the 1.2 petrol (engine code 169A4) uses a timing belt, not a timing chain, so there is no chain to source for this variant. If your 1.2 needs attention, you are looking for a timing belt kit, which typically includes the belt, tensioner, and idler pulley. A breaker may be able to supply these components stripped from a donor car, though many buyers choose new for belt kits given the safety implications.
Can I use a timing chain from a Fiat 500 1.3 Multijet to fix my TwinAir, as both are chain-driven?
No — the 1.3 Multijet diesel and the 0.9 TwinAir petrol are completely different engines with different chain assemblies, tensioners, and guides, and the parts are not interchangeable. Always match the timing chain to the specific engine code, not just the fact that both engines happen to be chain-driven. Tell the breaker your engine code and they will identify the correct chain for your specific unit.