Dayco 95185 Engine Timing Belt - Camshaft

Dayco 95185 Timing Belt for Camshaft Applications

The Dayco 95185 timing belt is an engine timing belt built for camshaft drive applications in select Ford, Kia, and Mazda vehicles. It uses a highly saturated acryl nitrile material with hi-temp construction, a round tooth profile, and an 8.000 mm tooth pitch for consistent timing control.

Compatible With 1990-1997 Ford Festiva, Aspire; 1990-1994 Mazda 323 and Protege; 1992-1993 Mazda MX-3; and 1994-1995 Kia Sephia applications. This Dayco Timing Belt line is focused on precise engine synchronization for vehicles that require a direct-fit camshaft belt replacement.

Key Features

• Part number: 95185
• Brand line: Dayco Timing Belt
• Material: Highly Saturated (Acryl) Nitrile
• Hi-temp construction for elevated engine bay conditions
• Round tooth profile
• 107 teeth
• 8.000 mm tooth pitch
• 22 mm top width
• 856 mm effective length
• Black finish
• No timing marks

Detailed Product Overview

The Dayco 95185 timing belt is engineered for camshaft timing service where accurate valve train synchronization is required. Its 22 mm width, 856 mm effective length, and 107-tooth layout match the listed applications, while the round tooth profile supports smooth engagement with the sprockets. The belt’s highly saturated acryl nitrile material and hi-temp construction are selected for durability in engine environments where heat and continuous motion are part of normal operation.

This part cross-references Gates T185 and ACDelco TB185 for the same application. For buyers searching for a timing belt for 1990-1994 Mazda 323, 1990-1994 Mazda Protege, or 1994-1997 Ford Aspire timing belt replacement, the Dayco 95185 provides the specified fitment and dimensions in one OE-style service part.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Worn or stretched timing belt causing incorrect camshaft timing
• Cracking, glazing, or tooth wear on the existing belt
• Noise from a deteriorated belt during engine operation
• Loss of synchronization between crankshaft and camshaft timing
• Service replacement for mileage-based timing belt maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code, emissions configuration, and model year before installation, especially on 1994-1995 Kia Sephia applications with Federal or California emissions notes. Confirm the belt path, sprocket condition, and tensioner operation before final assembly. Because this belt has no timing marks, align engine timing using the factory service procedure and the correct timing references for the vehicle.

Use this part only on the listed camshaft applications for Ford Festiva, Ford Aspire, Mazda 323, Mazda Protege, Mazda MX-3, and Kia Sephia. Proper timing setup is critical after belt replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dayco timing belts are built for engine timing service and specified fitment accuracy. The 95185 is listed with direct interchange references and vehicle-specific applications to support correct part selection for the intended engine timing repair.