Does the 2011 Chevy Aveo have a timing belt or chain?

The 2011 Chevy Aveo is equipped with a timing belt. Unlike a chain, which is designed to last the life of the vehicle, a belt requires routine replacement. Chevrolet recommends doing this every 60,000 miles. A timing belt is made of rubber and features teeth along one side. The teeth interact with the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets, turning them and keeping them synC-HRonized at all times. This controls the opening and closing of intake and exhaust valves. If a belt gets loose, it compromises the timing of the engine. If it breaks, expensive engine damage can be resulted, so it's important to have it checked for wear routinely. The average cost to replace the timing belt in a 2011 Aveo is $400 to $460. Labor makes up $140 to $180 of that total.