Dayco 95308 Engine Timing Belt - Camshaft

Dayco 95308 Timing Belt for Mazda Protege

The Dayco 95308 engine timing belt is built for precise camshaft timing in select Mazda Protege applications. It uses a high-temp construction with highly saturated acrylonitrile material and a round-tooth profile for consistent engagement.

Compatible with 1998-2003 Mazda Protege camshaft timing belt applications, this Dayco timing belt is a direct-fit replacement for the specified engine valve train setup. The Dayco Timing Belt line focuses on dependable timing components for engines that require accurate synchronization between the crankshaft and camshaft.

Key Features

• Part number: 95308
• Brand: Dayco Timing Belt
• Material: Highly Saturated (Acryl) Nitrile
• Construction: Hi Temp
• Color: Black
• Top width: 0.87 in. / 22 mm
• Effective length: 38.75 in. / 984 mm
• Number of teeth: 123
• Tooth pitch: 0.31496 in. / 8.000 mm
• Round-tooth profile
• No timing marks

Detailed Description

Dayco 95308 is an engine timing belt engineered for camshaft drive applications on Mazda Protege models from 1998 through 2003. The belt’s 123-tooth, 8 mm pitch design and round-tooth profile support accurate timing engagement, while the high-temperature construction and saturated nitrile material are selected for demanding underhood conditions. This part number 95308 is also listed under common cross-reference numbers such as ACDelco TB308 and Gates T308 for the same application.

Fits 1999-2003 Mazda Protege, Camshaft. Fits 1998 Mazda Protege, Camshaft, from chassis # 194744; recommended replacement 105,000 miles, Calif.; recommended replacement 60,000 miles, Federal.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Worn or cracked timing belt material
• Noise from a deteriorated belt tooth profile
• Incorrect camshaft timing caused by belt stretch or wear
• Service replacement for scheduled timing belt maintenance
• Timing belt failure on Mazda Protege camshaft applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code, chassis breakpoints, and model year before installation. For the 1998 Mazda Protege, confirm chassis number 194744 and follow the listed replacement interval guidance for California and Federal applications. Inspect related timing components and set belt tension according to the vehicle service procedure during installation.

Quality Assurance

Dayco timing components are built for engine timing service where accurate belt tracking and consistent tooth engagement matter. This part number 95308 is manufactured to match the specified Mazda Protege timing belt application and is supported by multiple aftermarket cross-references for the same fitment.