Continental PP179LK1 Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump

Continental Pro Series Plus Timing Belt Kit

Continental Pro Series Plus PP179LK1 is an engine timing belt kit with water pump built for Mazda Miata, Mazda Protege, Mazda MX-3, and Kia Sephia applications listed below. It combines OEM-quality service components in one package, including the timing belt, water pump, seals, idlers, and tensioners where applicable.

Key Features

• Part number PP179LK1 from Continental Pro Series Plus
• Engine timing belt kit with water pump
• Includes 1 timing belt with 145 teeth and mod-curvilinear tooth profile
• Water pump included with metal impeller
• Includes 2 tensioners and 2 seals
• Viton seal material for the included seals
• No timing marks
• Cross-reference: 214213X000, B6BF-15-010F

Product Details

The Continental Pro Series Plus line is built around complete timing service coverage, bringing together the belt, pump, seals, and tensioning components needed for a proper timing system refresh. PP179LK1 is specified with a 0.87-inch belt top width, 45.67-inch belt length, and a metal-impeller water pump, making it a direct service solution for the listed Mazda and Kia engines. This kit is a practical choice for 1995-2005 Mazda Miata timing belt and water pump service, as well as select Mazda Protege, Mazda MX-3, and Kia Sephia interference-engine applications.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1999-2005 Mazda Miata, N/A; Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump; Includes seals; Pro Series Plus
• Fits 1996-1997 Mazda Miata, N/A; Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump; Includes seals; Pro Series Plus
• Fits 1995 Mazda Miata, N/A; Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump; Interference Engine Application; Includes seals; Pro Series Plus
• Fits 1995-1998 Mazda Protege, N/A; Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump; Interference Engine Application; Includes seals; Pro Series Plus
• Fits 1994-1996 Mazda MX-3, N/A; Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump; Interference Engine Application; Includes seals; Pro Series Plus
• Fits 1995-1997 Kia Sephia, N/A; Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump; Interference Engine Application; Includes seals; Pro Series Plus

What It Helps Address

• Timing belt wear, cracking, or age-related deterioration
• Water pump leakage or coolant circulation issues
• Seal seepage at camshaft sealing points
• Tensioner noise, loss of tension, or uneven belt tracking
• Service overlap when replacing timing components on Mazda Miata, Mazda Protege, Mazda MX-3, or Kia Sephia engines

Installation Notes

Confirm engine code and application details before installation, especially on interference-engine vehicles. Replace the timing belt, water pump, seals, and tensioning components as a set when servicing the timing system. Verify belt routing, tensioner setup, and pump alignment during assembly, and follow the vehicle service manual for torque and timing procedures. PP179LK1 does not include timing marks.

Quality Assurance

Continental Pro Series Plus timing components are assembled with OEM-quality parts for timing service consistency. This kit includes the specified seals, belt, tensioners, and water pump configuration for the listed applications, including the metal-impeller pump design where applicable.