It is important that you change the timing belt (also called a cambelt) in time on your Skoda Fabia. On this page you will find more information about the timing belt replacement intervals on a Skoda Fabia.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 2000 to 2018.
You will also find information about which engines in Skoda Fabia that have a timing chain instead of a timing belt.
When should the timing belt be changed on a Skoda Fabia?
The timing belt replacement intervals are different depending on what model year and engine you have in your Skoda Fabia.
Further down on this page you will find information about the intervals for different years and engines.
Also keep in mind that some motors have a timing chain. These usually do not need to be replaced.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
Skoda Fabia Timing Belt Replacement Intervals
Below are some examples of different timing belt replacement intervals. Keep in mind that both years and mileage are important to keep track of.
Even if your car has not traveled many miles, a timing belt still needs to be replaced. The material in the timing belts gets worse with age even if you do not use your car very often.
If you do not find your year model or engine, you can often find the information in your instruction manual or by calling a workshop.
Here you will find information on timing belt replacement for other Skoda models.
Skoda Fabia 2000 – 2004
Here you will find intervals for the Skoda Fabia between the years 2000 and 2004.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 MPI 2000 – 2004 | 60 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 2000 – 2004 | 64 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 MPI 2000 – 2004 | 68 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 2000 – 2004 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 2000 – 2004 | 101 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 2.0 2000 – 2004 | 115 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.9 SDI 2000 – 2004 | 64 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.9 TDI 2000 – 2004 | 100 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia RS 2000 – 2004 | 130 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
Skoda Fabia 2005 – 2008
Here you will find intervals for the Skoda Fabia between the years 2005 and 2008.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 2005 – 2008 | 64 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 2005 – 2008 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 2005 – 2008 | 80 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 2005 – 2008 | 101 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 2.0 2005 – 2008 | 115 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.9 TDI 2005 – 2008 | 100 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia RS 2005 – 2008 | 130 hp | 120 000 kilometres |
Skoda Fabia 2007 – 2010
Here you will find intervals for the Skoda Fabia between the years 2007 and 2010.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 2007 – 2010 | 69 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 2007 – 2010 | 86 hp | ? |
| Skoda Fabia 1.6 2007 – 2010 | 105 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 TDI 2007 – 2010 | 80 hp | 150 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.9 TDI 2007 – 2010 | 105 hp | ? |
Skoda Fabia 2010 – 2015
Here you will find intervals for the Skoda Fabia between the years 2010 and 2015.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 2010 – 2015 | 69 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI 2010 – 2015 | 86 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI 2010 – 2015 | 105 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia vRS 2010 – 2015 | 180 hp | Timing chain |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 TDI 2010 – 2015 | 75 hp | 150 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.6 TDI 2010 – 2015 | 75 hp | 210 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.6 TDI 2010 – 2015 | 90 hp | 210 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.6 TDI 2010 – 2015 | 105 hp | 150 000 kilometres |
Skoda Fabia 2015 – 2018
Here you will find intervals for the Skoda Fabia between the years 2015 and 2018.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI 2015 – 2018 | 90 hp | 240 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 2015 – 2018 | 95 hp | 240 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 2015 – 2018 | 110 hp | 240 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI 2015 – 2018 | 110 hp | 240 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 TDI 2015 – 2018 | 90 hp | 210 000 kilometres |
| Skoda Fabia 1.4 TDI 2015 – 2018 | 105 hp | 210 000 kilometres |
Does a Skoda Fabia have a timing belt?
Yes, most Skoda Fabia engines have timing belts.
There are some engines that have a timing chain instead of a belt, but that is not very common in Skoda Fabia engines.
What happens if a timing belt breaks on a Skoda Fabia?
If the timing belt breaks on your Skoda Fabia, your car will be stranded. It does not matter if the belt comes off completely, or if some teeth come loose.
You can not drive the car anywhere before you fix it. Neither home or to the nearest workshop.
A broken timing belt means that your car must be towed or taken on a car transport from the site.