Ford timing chain

Ford Timing Belt or Chain: The Complete Model-by-Model Breakdown

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Ford Timing Belt or Chain: Which Models Have What?

It was 7:15 on a Tuesday morning in early March, the kind of cold that makes your knuckles crack just looking at a wrench. A customer had towed in his wife’s 2013 Ford Escape, convinced the engine was toast. The tow truck driver and I both knew the sound before we popped the hood—that distinctive, … Read more

Timing Belt vs Timing Chain Problems: What to Know

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Timing Belt vs Timing Chain Problems: What to Know

Quick Answer: Timing belts typically need replacement every 60,000-100,000 miles and can cause catastrophic engine damage if they fail. Timing chains last longer but can develop noise and wear issues. Watch for symptoms like ticking noises, oil leaks near the timing cover, or Check Engine lights with cam/crank correlation codes. Opening: The Day Everything Stopped Cold … Read more